News at Adelphi

Adelphi University has been awarded more than $94,000 to address geriatric mental health, primarily in the Hudson Valley region of New York state.

Dear Adelphi Community, The Department of Public Safety and Transportation will conduct regularly scheduled testing and maintenance of Adelphi’s fire life safety systems (standpipes and sprinklers) on our Garden City campus on Wednesday, February 11 and Thursday, February 12. This testing is required by New York State and should have minimal impact on your day.…

Even the strongest therapeutic relationships can hit rough patches—what psychologists call “ruptures.” A new grant-funded study at the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology is seeking evidence that these moments aren’t failures, but opportunities for growth.

As a 2025 National Science Foundation-funded scholar at UC Irvine’s Summer Institute in Neuroscience Program, Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology student Juliana Morsello conducted research on diffusion kurtosis imaging as a way to identify biomarkers in Alzheimer’s disease—a highly competitive opportunity that immersed her in hands-on neuroscience research not often experienced by undergraduates. Morsello’s…

Research by Gavriel Knafo, doctoral student and adjunct professor, and Joel Weinberger, PhD, professor of psychology, is helping us understand how voters’ unconscious perceptions are driving political outcomes, and exposing the illusion of political independence.

For over 40 years there has been a program at Adelphi University offering strength to individuals battling breast cancer. Through a confidential hotline, support programs and an educational video series, Adelphi’s Breast Cancer Support Program and Hotline has offered hope and support for individuals no matter the challenges they face.

Adelphi University is planning a $55 million modernization project for its 75-acre Garden City campus.

One of the nation's most prominent advocates for people on the autism spectrum, Stephen Shore, EdD, has taken his message to more than 50 countries. This March, Dr. Shore—who is on the spectrum himself—is going to Germany to give the opening keynote address at the Euro-Global Summit on Autism Research and Awareness.

Physics majors at Adelphi no longer just solve problems on a whiteboard—they build their own solutions from scratch.

As a child, Frida Molina ’23 taught herself to dance. After earning her BFA in Dance at Adelphi, she has gone on to become a dancer with some of pop’s biggest stars.

Adelphi's College of Nursing and Public Health is placing new emphasis on preparing the next generation of nurses to meet the complex needs of an aging population—on Long Island, in New York City, and beyond.

Adelphi University continues to expand its global academic footprint, earning a new 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) ranking in the medical and health discipline along with continued recognitions for its social sciences, psychology and education programs.

If you ask anyone at Adelphi University who knew him, Professor Gottipaty Rao, PhD, had a passion for physics, and he loved nothing more than sharing with students his love for the study of matter and energy and how they interact.

Dr. Vered Stearns of Weill Cornell Medicine to share insights on emerging treatments and patient care.

The Adelphi University community mourns the loss of Patrick Coonan ’78, EdD, dean emeritus of the College of Nursing and Public Health (CNPH), whose visionary leadership, dedication to service and deep love for Adelphi shaped generations of students and the future of healthcare education at the University.

For three consecutive years, the Adelphi University Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences online master’s degree in education programs have earned a spot in the U.S. News & World Report best online rankings.

There’s a growing demand for professionals in the medical field—and a concerning shortage of nurses. Adelphi has a solution: the accelerated nursing program.

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As we open our doors for Spring 2026, I hope you are feeling rejuvenated and ready for a great semester ahead. Whether you are returning to campus, joining us for the first time or logging in online, welcome to Adelphi! Over the next few months, I encourage you to take…

Jabari Holder was named Northeast 10 Field Athlete and Rookie of the Week after securing a double victory in the long and triple jump, and breaking Adelphi’s 50-year-old triple jump record.

Dear Adelphi Community, Adelphi University’s Garden City Campus and centers at Hauppauge, Brooklyn (Livingston and Madison) and Hudson Valley are closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to the impacts of winter weather. Snow day protocols require that all University facilities and operations in affected locations be closed and programs canceled. This includes all virtual…

Dear Adelphi Community, As Public Safety and Facilities continue to monitor Winter Storm Fern, we are providing specific updates regarding campus services on Sunday, January 25, 2026. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to call the Public Safety Command Center at 516.877.3511. Stay safe and warm! Where to Eat The Market: 9:00am–7:00pm…