News at Adelphi

This fall, Adelphi made significant jumps in the U.S. News & World Report rankings of colleges and undergraduate programs. In the recently released U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate School list, Adelphi’s programs in nursing, public health, audiology and social work all made ranking jumps. Read about these exceptional programs, and learn why they are gaining national recognition.

Adelphi University will recognize two inspiring leaders, and alumni, with honorary degrees at its Commencement ceremonies at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, on Tuesday, May 21.

In U.S. News & World Report’s recently released 2024 Best Graduate Schools list, Adelphi’s programs in nursing, public health, audiology and social work all made ranking jumps.

On March 9—during Women’s History Month—Adelphi hosted its seventh annual Women’s Leadership Conference, titled: “The Era of Embracing Change: Dare To Be Extraordinary.”

Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences undergraduate physical education students, seniors Christina Folias and Giavanna Dushaj, have been named SHAPE America Physical Education Majors of the Year. 

For 2023–2024, Adelphi University has once again been designated a Military Friendly School and Military Spouse Friendly School.

Standard & Poor's (S&P), the global leader in financial market intelligence, has reaffirmed Adelphi University's credit rating of A- with a stable outlook after a comprehensive evaluation of the University's financial health and creditworthiness.

For the first time ever, Adelphi University was ranked in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2024 World University Rankings by Subject.

See why Adelphi is one of just 10 universities throughout New York state to earn the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award. Steps taken include a Hispanic-Serving Institution Task Force to build resources for Hispanic students, new career support for neurodivergent students, and a thriving mentoring program with a 100 percent graduation rate.

Shayla Clarke '16, MS '19, went from criminal justice to emergency management to a vital role in the Nassau County Office of Emergency Management and an Adelphi 10 Under 10 award.

At a special ceremony on Saturday, October 14, Adelphi will honor 10 alumni, who have achieved exceptional career and professional accomplishments even before celebrating their 10-year Adelphi reunion.

For the sixth consecutive year, INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine has recognized Adelphi University with its annual Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award.

A host of new initiatives helped Adelphi earn 5 out of 5 stars on the Campus Pride Index, becoming one of just 30 Best of the Best campuses in the nation for the second straight year. Explore our most compelling ideas for creating a warm and welcoming community for all.

Adelphi University's reputation for academic distinction knows no borders!

Adelphi University is the highest-ranked private university on Long Island on the Forbes 2023 America's Top Colleges list.

Adelphi University excels in several 2024 U.S. News & World Report rankings including Best College, Social Mobility, Best Value, First-Year Experiences and Undergraduate Nursing.

Adelphi University has been ranked a 2024 Best College in the United States by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ)/College Pulse.

Adelphi University has once again achieved a five-star rating on the Campus Pride Index, a nationally recognized measure of LGBTQ+ friendliness and inclusivity.

Adelphi University is one of just four companies and the only university on Long Island to be named among America's Best Employers by State for 2023 by Forbes.

Samuel Abrams ‘23 drew imaginary creatures as a child, then translated them into sculptures at Adelphi. They're now inspiring young visitors of the Cradle of Aviation Museum.

The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) is an organization dedicated to supporting students who are pursuing careers in the fields of speech-language pathology and audiology by providing resources, networking opportunities and educational support to students and raising awareness about the challenges facing the Deaf and hard of hearing community.

LIBN’s spotlight of dynamic young professionals includes Adelphi’s senior assistant director of admissions.

The Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health has once again been approved to receive a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Nurse Faculty Loan Program grant.

HealthRight International gives human rights award to faculty- and PhD candidate-led effort to assist immigrants fleeing homeland persecution.

In Money magazine's just-released “Best Colleges of America 2023," Adelphi University garnered a solid four-star rating for its educational quality, affordability and the earning power of its graduates.

Adelphi celebrated three Fulbright Scholars last year from our undergraduate, graduate and doctoral classes. This year, three Adelphi faculty have earned Fulbright honors—and one will become a prestigious Fulbright Program Adviser through the Fulbright Development Initiative.

Adelphi University President Christine M. Riordan has been recognized by Long Island Business News (LIBN) and the Long Island Press Power List for her leadership and influence.

The editor in chief of The Delphian gives insight on her experience representing Adelphi's student newspaper at this annual event.