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Fall 2026 |
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Welcome, friends, to the fall semester!
It is always exciting to be back on campus facing the promise of a new academic year, and this fall is no exception. We are embracing the excitement that our new president, Michael Balboni ’81, JD, is bringing to campus and enjoying meeting the new cohort of Panthers as they embark upon their Adelphi journey. Below we invite you to meet members of the Class of 2030—I’m sure you will understand why we’re delighted to welcome them to campus.
Our newsletter offers a taste of the wonderful, diverse conversations happening across our College. We explore the distinct paths that three of our alumni have taken with their biology degrees, exemplifying how the liberal arts empower our students to find their own unique routes to success. Similarly, our highlight of the Honorable Melanie Cradle ’93, JD, shows how one alumna has moved from the classroom to the courtroom across her impressive career. I also invite you to watch our brief video on how Associate Professor Adelheid B. Strelick found her sense of belonging through dance, and how she brings that to her classroom on a daily basis.
Finally, Department of Communications faculty Peggy Cassidy, PhD, and Anna Akerman Berman, PhD, offer a thought-provoking consideration of what smartphone technology might be doing to our brains.
One alternative to connecting to us through technology, then, might be to come see us in person! Our Spirit Weekend celebrations are coming soon and we invite our entire community to join us for a tremendous weekend of fun events and connecting with the Adelphi community. You can register for Spirit Weekend here. |
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Hope to see you on campus soon,
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Louise Geddes, PhD
Interim Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
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A neurology fellow, an aquarium educator, a judicial law clerk. Three Adelphi biology alums, three totally different—but very exciting—paths. Learn more about where the study of life science took them.
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Scrolling feels like relaxation after a long day, but it might be doing the opposite. Adelphi University Department of Communications professors Anna Akerman Berman, PhD, and Peggy Cassidy, PhD, break down how tech companies are keeping us hooked, and why 200 years of media panic offers surprising lessons for today. |
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Adelheid B. Strelick, associate professor of dance, grew up all over the world, leaving her feeling that she never really “belonged” anywhere. A trip to the India of her childhood made her reconsider the idea of belonging—and led her to work with Adelphi dance students to create a dance that said “belonging” to them. |
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Meet the Class of 2030
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Get to know some of Adelphi’s amazing new students, including those studying biochemistry, dance, environmental science, history, biology and theater in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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| Our Newest Panthers |
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From Anthropology/Sociology Double Major to History Maker: Adelphi Alumna Nominated to Connecticut Supreme Court
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Adelphi anthropology and sociology graduate the Honorable Melanie Cradle ’93, JD, is the first Black woman nominated to Connecticut’s Supreme Court.
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| Gov. Lamont's Announcement |
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Arts
Fall Dance Adelphi
November 18, 7:30 p.m. | November 19, 7:30 p.m. | November 20, 7:30 p.m. | November 21, 7:30 p.m. | November 22, 2:00 p.m. | Performing Arts Center, Olmsted Theatre
The talented students of Adelphi’s Department of Dance present a mixed program of classical and contemporary dance featuring choreography by our faculty and guests.
Academics
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence: Theory and Practice
October 7, 3:00 p.m.–3:50 p.m. / October 26, 10:00 a.m.–10:50 a.m. / November 13, 12:00 noon–12:50 p.m. | Swirbul Library, Innovation Center
Learn about the underlying technology of AI and how these systems are created and trained to perform tasks such as analyzing and generating text, images and audio. In addition to the theoretical foundations, you will also learn about the current capabilities and limitations of AI, and how you can access and use this technology yourself.
Community
Spirit Weekend
October 14–18 | Register
Spirit Weekend brings together the entire Panther family—past, present and future—with students, alumni, faculty, staff, families and friends celebrating all that makes Adelphi special. See the full schedule. |
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The College of Arts and Sciences Student Excellence Fund provides students transformative, high-impact experiences—from life-changing study abroad trips and breakthrough undergraduate research to hands-on field work and creative performances.
For many students, the cost of these opportunities is a barrier that keeps big dreams out of reach. Your gift removes financial hurdles, empowering driven scholars to gain the practical skills, global perspectives and confidence needed to thrive after graduation. |
| Make a Gift |
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Look for College of Arts and Sciences events. |
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We invite you to be part of the College of Arts and Sciences community on social. |
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Locations: Garden City • Hauppauge • New York City • New York's Hudson Valley • Online
adelphi.edu • 800.ADELPHI |
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