News at Adelphi

Think variety when choosing what to eat.

Sister Patricia Griffith was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Advancement for Commerce, Industry and Technology (ACIT), 8th Annual Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Hartman Humanitarian Award Luncheon in April. Sister Pat, executive director of Mercy Haven, was honored in recognition of her career serving Long Islanders who are homeless, living with mental illness…

Nonprofit Quarterly is analyzing President Obama’s FY 2014 budget, comparing it to the nonprofit-specific dimensions of the Ryan and Murray budgets. In the budget the President proposed a 28 percent deductibility cap on itemized deductions, which includes the charitable deduction. But there is, of course, more to the budget than that. Among other things, the…

Many nonprofits today are looking towards strategic alliances for ways to increase effectiveness, maximize impact, extend their reach and provide long-term sustainability.  Geri Stengel, gives us an example of one such organization. Recognizing that funding for their otherwise healthy organization was contracting, the Chicago Youth Center looked for a financially solid strategic partner that would be willing…

According to Matthew Mielcarek, one third of annual donations are collected in December, many of which come from first-time donors.  In a recent Philanthropy Journal article, Matthew proposes five ways to validate giving decisions and retain first-time donors. Implement a new donor conversion plan to establish an ongoing relationship Tailor your outreach to the information they gave you in…

Even amid a challenging economic and political climate, 58 percent of charities reported an increase in donations in 2012, up five percentage points from 2011. Overall consumer confidence in the economy rose significantly in 2012; this could explain the rise in charitable donations. Here are some findings from the survey by the Nonprofit Research Collaborative released in…

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

A comprehensive listing of faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

Adelphi University faculty scholarship and creative work in 2012.

Adelphi faculty discuss their research into how best to respond to increasingly common disasters.

“Somewhere between four and five significant others are affected by one person’s addiction,” explains Dr. Errol Rodriguez.

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Adelphi faculty investigate environmental impact on aquatic life.

A look at how Adelphi researchers are studying food and nutrition.

Dr. Victor Labruna and Dr. Mandy Habib, Paul Moravec

“Getting involved was the way I made my friends and got to know so many people here."

"I began researching the Adelphi website, searching for opportunities that would provide a sense of empowerment for me."

Renowned educator and author Diane Ravitch, Ph.D., spoke about the state of public education in America.

Alumna Carmen Ortiz's role as prosecutor of the Boston Bombing

"This is advanced education, a liberating education, a transformational experience of questions, not training focused on answers."

President Scott recognized with the Charles H. Levermore Educator of the Year Award.

Interim Dean of the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business Barbara Nemecek has resigned to pursue other professional opportunities.

Ms. London has over 18 years experience in the non-profit field managing programs funded through both private and public grants.

Adelphi sparks discussion on the complicated issue of food insecurity in the region.

Adelphi University sends its deepest sympathy to the City of Boston and all the victims dealing with extraordinary loss and trauma.