News at Adelphi

The Adelphi University Exhibitions Program is honored to present an exclusive one-week exhibition featuring select works by Edgar Degas (1834-1917), Henri Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901), and Auguste Rodin (1840-1917). The works are on generous loan from the Adele and Herbert J. Klapper collection. Lautrec, Degas, Rodin: Selections From The Adele And Herbert J. Klapper Collection will be…

“Adelphi is like family.”

“I’m an extremely creative, productive, hard-working, thoughtful person—who is passionate about all aspects of the music world, my family and friends.”

“I’m a work that is perpetually in progress. I believe there is both a need and an opportunity to improve.”

“I’m a music fanatic. Music is my first love—nothing else can top it.”

“I’m a passionate individual who wants to make a difference.... If you want to shape the future, you have to engage in it.”

“I always say that if it wasn’t for Adelphi, I wouldn’t be where I am.”

“I love teaching and empowering my students. My Adelphi professors made such a difference in my life. This is my way of paying it forward.”

“I am perseverant, determined and I feel very blessed.”

“I like to think of myself as someone who is honest, someone who is responsible and someone who is loving.”

“I’m a big ‘I wanna save the world person.’ That’s my heart. I want to leave this place a little better than when I came into it.”

Horace G. McDonell Summer Research Science Fellowship

The Adelphi University Hudson Valley Center is pleased to announce Dr. Elizabeth Scannell-Desch, as the nursing coordinator for undergraduate and graduate programs in nursing. Dr. Scannell-Desch is a retired colonel in the U.S. Air Force Nurse Corps. For 25 years, she served her country holding many key leadership positions, including command nurse executive for the…

Kenneth Chenault Lecture Kenneth Chenault, CEO of American Express Company, will deliver the Hagedorn Lecture on Corporate Social Responsibility at Adelphi University  Monday, October 24, at 12:00 p.m.  This free event will be held in the Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom in the Ruth S. Harley University Center, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. Mr. Chenault,…

Member of Adelphi University’s Profiles in Success program. by Ela Schwartz “I wanted to give back, to do something with purpose.” —Duncan Winter, M.B.A. ’78, M.D. Duncan Winter, M.B.A. ’78, M.D., defies categorization. While his official profession is board certified ophthalmologist and eye surgeon, Dr. Winter is also a businessman, investor, artist, pilot and humanitarian. This renaissance…

"Coming from a small town to a big city like New York is an opportunity that not many people have."

by Brett Hunter Speilberg “Working at Marcum LLP gave me a fresh perspective on how the concepts I teach in class are being carried out by a talented group of HR professionals at a growing firm.” —MaryAnne Hyland, Ph.D. MaryAnne Hyland, Ph.D., associate professor in the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business, was recognized with…

“What I appreciate is highly stimulating environments, and when I started my career, I was naïve there’s no better place for that than Silicon Valley.”

The Adelphi University Exhibitions Program is delighted to present its seventh Outdoor Sculpture Biennial, featuring the works of 10 skilled sculptors. Their diverse works are located throughout the scenic 75-acre arboretum on the Garden City campus. The biennial will be on view from September 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014. A free reception will be…

Showcasing works on paper, ceramic and bronze sculptures and paintings acquired within the last five years.

Read Robyn Stevens' story on the effects of Hurricane Irene and read her advice to people on emergency preparedness.

Read Adelphi University's associate professor Geoff Grogan's story on the effects of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee and learn about the important of emergency preparedness.

Adelphi University notes with sadness the passing of alumnus John J. Phelan Jr. ’70, ’87 (Hon.). Mr. Phelan passed away on August 4 at the age of 81. Mr. Phelan, the former Chairman and C.E.O. of the New York Stock Exchange received a BBA, magna cum laude, from the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business and served as…

Are Americans ready for disasters? A new CHI poll shows that we're not.

“I always thought I wanted to be both a faculty member and an administrator. I love to teach but I also enjoy influencing the direction of the institution."

Long Island’s premiere destination for the arts, the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AUPAC), will celebrate its 5th anniversary season. Since its debut, the AUPAC has become the place to see world-class artists in an intimate atmosphere. The 2012—2013 season features the greatest entertainers and legends in music, dance, and theatre. Season highlights include 10-time Grammy award-winning…

“It’s important to balance the academic life at Adelphi with the social opportunities—and now there are clearly more opportunities than ever on campus.”

ABC News recently published a report on the results of a new animal study exploring the link between protein and flu immunity. The report includes Director of Adelphi’s MPH program, Dr. Philip Alcabes’ thoughts on the implications of the study and the opportunity for future research. » Read the full story For further information, please contact:…

“I am really grateful for Adelphi. It molded and influenced me, and helped me get where I wanted to be.”

Marie Anzalone Sc.D., OTR, FAOTA Back by popular demand this workshop with Dr. Anzalone will build upon her previous workshop as well as participants’ understanding of sensory integration theory and utilize a model for using diagnostic understanding to structure assessment planning, implementation and interpretation.  Understanding individual differences and dysfunction will be used as a frame…