News at Adelphi

Adelphi isn’t just a university; it’s a powerful force for change, extending far beyond the Garden City campus. It’s a place where dedicated alumni, armed with their skills and passion, answer the call to give back, actively shaping the health of the communities they serve.

The Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health has received a $54,000 grant from Aging in America (AIA) Inc. to bolster the University's gerontology education program and initiatives.

Leading intimate partner violence expert shares eye-opening data—and a call to action

Identifying traits that impact care for patients with mental illness.

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, Nearly 400 Adelphi students currently rely on federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to meet their basic food needs. With reports that these benefits could be halted as soon as November 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown, many in our community may soon face serious food insecurity. We…

The journey of Jennifer McIntosh, PhD ’21, who just completed her fourth nursing degree, shows the many opportunities nursing offers to those who keep learning and growing.

Demystifying the cognitive processes involved in hypnosis.

Can practicing without helmets make the sport safer?

From numbers to narratives, Adelphi faculty explore how health contributes to our collective bottom line.

A global business leader with a remarkable record of professional accomplishments, Vincent Tizzio ’89 is dedicated to fostering healthy communities both inside and outside the corporate world.

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program will host its annual Celebration of Survivorship Gala, an evening dedicated to honoring the strength of breast cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and their families.

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program is proud to announce the launch of its new Survivorship, Treatment, Education, and Peer Support (STEP) Program, designed to provide licensed social work services, vital resources through educational workshops and forums, provider training, and an inspiring video series.

Adelphi University is proud to announce a transformative new partnership with the Audacia Foundation and 1199 SEIU Training and Employment Funds (TEF) to offer fully funded scholarships to students pursuing careers in vital healthcare and social service fields. More than 100 Adelphi students are expected to benefit from this initiative, with additional scholarships still available…

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program is pleased to announce a new initiative with Catholic Health’s Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre, New York to expand cancer support services.

Professor of health and sport sciences Meredith Whitley, PhD, believes the youth sports system in the United States is broken. She is now leading a project to develop evidence-informed mental health guidelines that have the potential to transform the way youth sports programs are run.

Kaiya Provost, PhD, and K.C. Rondello, MD, discuss the risks of bird flu to area birds, pets and humans—and how Adelphi is safeguarding our campus.

The Hagedorn Lecture on Corporate Social Responsibility at the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business explored how investing in health equity can reduce costs, improve outcomes and strengthen communities—benefiting businesses and society alike.

Adelphi professor Erik Swartz, PhD, has developed a program called “helmetless tackling training” to help players learn to protect their head and avoid injury when making tackles. His research shows that the program can significantly reduce head impacts.

In response to the growing demand for mental health services across the United States, the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health is proud to announce the launch of its new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Psychiatric-Mental Health.

The cookbook offers 30 recipes using ingredients found in the Panther Pantry and the meal kits contain everything pantry-goers need for Thanksgiving except the turkey.

“These scholarships are a way to give back because Adelphi’s given me so much,” said the proud Adelphi alumna.

By training professionals to treat trauma in youth across the nation, the institute extends the School of Social Work mission far beyond campus.

The National League for Nursing (NLN) has recertified the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health as a Center of Excellence for advancing the science of nursing education.

The program heads into October with a new campaign: “When Survivors Unite, Hope Ignites!”

The scholarship will provide support to students earning a master’s in mental health counseling in the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology who will go on to help those who struggle to overcome their “darkest moments.”

Dear Adelphi Community Members, Adelphi University is proud of its ongoing commitment to providing an environment free of sex discrimination and harassment. In accordance with The U.S. Department of Education’s 2024 Title IX Final Rule, we have  implemented new policy for Sex Discrimination, Sexual Misconduct and Other Prohibited Conduct Grievance Procedures, effective August 1, 2024.…

Adelphi is moving ahead into the era of online education, offering more than 30 fully online, career-oriented programs for working adults and graduate students. More are on the way.

A biologist and a psychologist give us the facts about the spider and arachnophobia.