From My Desk Newsletter | Adelphi President Christine M. Riordan

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President’s Newsletter

Each month, I share stories of how Adelphi continues growing, leading and making a difference through our mission to transform lives. I invite you to see the ways our University, students, faculty, staff and alumni are contributing to our communities and advancing their professions and fields of study. I am thrilled to share these stories with you and welcome you to be part of our University community.

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June 2024

Adelphi University’s 128th Commencement ceremony was filled with moments of joy and pride. More than 2,000 students received their degrees, equipped with the resilience needed to succeed in today’s ever-changing career landscape. As our newest alumni embark on their next journey, I know they will make a profound impact on the world as innovators and leaders.

I’m thrilled to share inspiring and memorable moments from our celebration of the Class of 2024. Hear from our campus leaders as they offer words of wisdom and encouragement to our graduates. Learn more about our exceptional graduate and undergraduate classes. And meet our esteemed honorary degree recipients, Eduardo Vilaro ’85 and Patrick O’Shaughnessy, DO, MBA ’13, as they tell their remarkable life stories.

I’m also proud to share the breaking news that Adelphi has won all three of the NE10 Athletic Conference Presidents’ Cups for 2023–2024! This marked the first year the conference awarded an overall champion, a men’s champion and a women’s champion, and Adelphi University Athletics excelled across the board. Congratulations to all our student-athletes, coaches and athletics staff on an incredible year that elevated the Panthers to become the best program in the conference.

I look forward to keeping you updated as Adelphi continues to create a bright future for our students and our community. Have a great summer!

All the best,
Chris

Magical Moments, Unforgettable Memories

Watch highlights of the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral ceremonies, and celebrate alongside the exceptional Class of 2024 as they experience the joy and excitement of the long-awaited day.

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Words of Congratulations, Words to Inspire

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Published: June 6, 2024

Watch Adelphi’s president, provost, board of trustees chair, and faculty and student leaders share words of encouragement, new perspectives and compelling life stories. Their messages highlighted a day to remember.

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Words to Live By: Commencement Addresses by Adelphi’s 2024 Honorary Degree Recipients

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Published: June 6, 2024

Hear Eduardo Vilaro ’85, recognized by the Ford Foundation as one of “America’s Cultural Treasures,” talk about the impact of his Adelphi dance degree. And learn why Patrick O’Shaughnessy, DO, MBA ’13, president and CEO of Catholic Health, believes an Adelphi education “builds great people.”

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Becoming a Graduate Powerhouse: More Than 900 Master’s and Doctoral Degrees Granted at Adelphi’s 128th Commencement

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Published: June 3, 2024

Adelphi’s graduate students—from age 20 to age 64—hail from 23 states and 24 countries. The exceptional strength and diversity of this class reflect Adelphi's increasing emphasis on graduate education, an important tenet of our Momentum 2 strategic plan.

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For More Than 1,000 Graduating Seniors of the Class of 2024, Hard Work and Persistence Pay Off

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Published: June 3, 2024

These extraordinary students, many of whom missed their in-person high school graduation four years ago due to the pandemic, were excited to celebrate with classmates, family and friends. Adelphi President Christine M. Riordan noted, “This ceremony is a testament to your hard work and dedication.”

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Adelphi Athletics Sweeps All Three NE10 Presidents’ Cups

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Published: June 5, 2024

Capping off an exceptional year for Adelphi University Athletics, the program has just been awarded all three of the 2024 NE10 Conference Presidents’ Cups. Highlights this year: a hard-fought National Championship for men’s lacrosse and a run to the national title game for women’s lacrosse. The Presidents’ Cups are the NE10’s highest honors given to the top-performing programs in the conference.

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Any college that doesn’t grant them more time is likely not the best fit.”

In a Money article, “FAFSA Update: What to Do if You’re Still Waiting for a College Financial Aid Letter,” Kristen Capezza, MBA ’12, vice president of enrollment management and University communications, notes that it’s “completely fair” for students who are waiting for financial aid information from their college to ask for a deadline extension.