News at Adelphi

This is the third of three major awards the dean of the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology has received in the past three years. 

Adelphi's Alternative Breaks program takes vacationing students to spots around the world to gain new perspectives by performing community service work.

The proud alumna is a staunch supporter of Adelphi and a champion for women in the workplace.

Her experience as an Adelphi athlete and degree in exercise science have propelled Heather Mau ’11 to the National Basketball Association as a trainer for the Dallas Mavericks and now the New York Knicks.

Psychology professor Robert (Bob) Mendelsohn, PhD, has written two books that provide insights into the lasting value of Sigmund Freud, MD’s contributions to psychoanalysis and psychotherapy.

They study memory, cultural disparities and parenting, respectively. What they share is their enthusiasm for joining the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology.

Loretta Cangialosi ’80, vice chair of the Adelphi University Board of Trustees, is continuing her unwavering commitment to Adelphi students by committing $5 million to the University in support of The Momentum Campaign: Extraordinary Impact.

Dear Adelphi Community, Below are advisories regarding on-campus parking, shuttle service, and local traffic disruptions during Thanksgiving break (Thursday, November 28 – Sunday, December 1). Adelphi University returns from break on Monday, December 2.  On-campus parking:  If you plan to leave your vehicle on campus during the break, move it to the Motamed underground parking…

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.

Adelphi University’s Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences is launching an innovative new PhD in Learning Sciences program serving the New York City metropolitan region.

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

The Men Leaders Paving Paths for Young Men conference gave young Latino men insights on how college is key to succeeding professionally and personally and helping their families and communities. 

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, November 13 and Thursday, November 14.

Colleges of Distinction has recognized Adelphi for its extraordinary support of international students.

As the son of a World War II veteran and nephew of the first documented triple amputee of that war, as well as having many family members who have served or are currently serving, I have always been deeply passionate about supporting our veterans and military families.

On Monday, November 11, the Department of Public Safety and Transportation will conduct regularly scheduled testing and maintenance of the fire pump systems in Residence Halls A and B, the Ruth S. Harley University Center and the Center for Recreation and Sports on our Garden City campus.

The Department of Public Safety and Transportation would like to inform you that the Annual New York State Fire Life Safety Inspections will take place on the Garden City Campus on November 7, 12, 19, 21, and 26. We anticipate that the residence hall inspections will take place on November 19 and 21. 

The College of Professional and Continuing Studies provides adult learners with an affordable way to expand their personal enrichment.

A who's who of top industry experts lead more than 20 professional programs covering today’s most in-demand skills.

Edward Mabrey chose Adelphi for its newly reduced tuition rates for online programs and the support offered at the Adelphi University College of Professional and Continuing Studies.

With a new emphasis on student outcomes in its 2025 list of America's Best Colleges, The Wall Street Journal now ranks Adelphi as the top university on Long Island. Numerous initiatives promoting career readiness have propelled Adelphi's rise.

Strong support for successful programs and an openness to voices from the campus community helped Adelphi become one of just 10 universities out of approximately 200 in New York state to earn a 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity.

The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program has been awarded a significant five-year grant by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a groundbreaking program aimed at providing support and enhancing the quality of life for young women diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as metastatic breast cancer (MBC) patients and their families. 

For the second year in a row, Adelphi University has been hailed as a U.S. university that fosters a culture of environmental responsibility in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges: 2025 Edition.

Lessons learned from two high school band directors who said no to competition.

Tracing the long-term impact of daily arguments between spouses.

In partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to help prevent pill abuse and theft, Adelphi’s Department of Public Safety and Transportation continues its biannual tradition as a drop-off site for the safe disposal of potentially dangerous, expired or unwanted prescription drugs. The service is free; no questions will be asked.

Adelphi neurolinguist looks at how healthy and impaired brains process words with multiple meanings.