Adelphi Alumni: The Latest News for You

Dear Panther,

As we count down to Giving Day on April 19, we’re also gearing up for many exciting opportunities to reconnect at Adelphi this spring. We hope you can make room on your calendar!

February is Black History Month, and Adelphi is proud of our commitment to supporting change, progress and equity. If you’re in town, visit campus to enjoy the exhibit currently running in our University Center gallery—Ebony Thompson: The Art and Soul of a Man, or join us on February 22 for the John Hope Franklin Distinguished Lecture: Before Busing: A History of Boston’s Long Black Freedom Struggle.

Our sixth annual Women’s Leadership Conference is on March 25. This year’s theme is Defining Leadership for Our Lives, Our Careers and Our Communities. Register today to participate virtually or in person.

Check out more great events (virtual and on campus) that will bring you back to your Panther roots. You can also connect with us and your fellow alumni on Alumnifire and by visiting us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

#StayGold

Office of Alumni Relations

Nancy Barry ’21, MA ’22—Infant Mental Health, Mental Health Counseling
Therapist, Pathways Within-Wisdom and Wellness Counseling Center

"Adelphi’s Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology provided a solid education and foundation that gave me the confidence to seek my dream job in the mental health field."

Nancy landed her dream job within a few months of graduating and now has a full client list with regular referrals. She’s working toward her full license and plans to open a practice.

Michele Pennington ’75—Nursing

Volunteer Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician, El Dorado Fire & Rescue Service

"Adelphi gave me the confidence to try anything that interested me. I have always been able to work in my chosen field of nursing; my education and degree opened many doors for me."

Michele met the love of her life at Adelphi; they have been married 42 years. She volunteers with the El Dorado Fire & Rescue Service in New Mexico and enjoys her family and gardening.

Great Minds, Great Conversations
Wednesday, March 1
Join us for An Evening With Puja Shah ’03—alumna, Pulitzer Prize nominee and winner of the 2022 International Impact Book Award for Women’s Fiction. Her debut novel, For My Sister, is about the bond between sisters and one of the world’s most ruthless industries.

Women's Leadership Conference
Saturday, March 25
This sixth annual event is an opportunity to network with top industry leaders and be part of thought-provoking discussions about the future of women in leadership.

Annual Job and Internship Expo
Wednesday, April 5
Adelphi University’s Annual Job and Internship Expo connects employers with alumni.

Giving Day
Wednesday, April 19-Thursday, April 20
In honor of Adelphi's founding year of 1896, our community will have 1,896 minutes to give this year. Our fundraising tradition supports scholarships, academics, athletics, study abroad, campus life and more. Let's make every minute count!

Research Day
Tuesday, April 25
Our 20th Annual Scholarship and Creative Works Conference is a chance to celebrate student scholarship, innovation and creativity with the entire University community.

No-Cost Will Writing
FreeWill, an online, no-cost, will-writing tool, is a new partnership available to alumni. Consider creating an estate plan that includes Adelphi to support our students and University in perpetuity. Contact Amy Harrison in the Office of University Advancement for more details.

Panther Partnership Program
Alumni-owned businesses can help support the Adelphi community through the Panther Partnership Program—by offering discounts, providing internships, sponsoring signature events or creating scholarships.

Host Your Event at Adelphi

Adelphi alumni receive a 15 percent discount on events and functions hosted on our Garden City campus. Fill out an Inquiry Form for more information.

Student Philanthropy Center

Adelphi's new Student Philanthropy Center (SPC) builds connections between current students and our generous donors. Reach out to them at 516.877.3408.

Summer Pre-College
Adelphi’s Summer Pre-College Program is open to high school juniors and seniors to explore academic areas of interest, discover Adelphi and prepare for college with credit-bearing courses. Our 2023 program runs July 9–29.