Adelphi Alumni: The Latest News for You

Hello, Adelphi Alum!

I am excited and humbled to introduce myself as Adelphi’s new director of alumni relations. Our team often invites you to “come back home” to Adelphi—and this feels like coming home for me, too. I previously worked at Adelphi in the Office of University Advancement from 2017–2019, and as a native Long Islander, I know the inspiring effect that Adelphi has in our region.

Higher education called to me professionally because of the positive impact it has on the world. I am always impressed by how Adelphi seems to attract individuals destined for success. I am so fortunate to be able to work with you all!

My goal is to connect with you in meaningful ways and to support your lifelong connection with Adelphi. I am joined in this mission by Jenn Maron, a 2012 alumna who lives and breathes all things AU! Her enthusiasm inspires me every day, and we’re already a great team. Learn more about us.

I hope you’ll watch for extraordinary developments from our office, including professional, social and learning opportunities, useful resources and benefits, ways to share your success with us, and many reasons to “come back home.” In the meantime, I’d love to get to know you—feel free to share your latest news and see what your fellow alumni are accomplishing too.

Jenn and I can’t wait to meet you in person, whether during our travels or back on campus. And we look forward to welcoming you home.

Our Women's Leadership Conference is on Saturday!

Join us—in person or virtually—on March 25 for Adelphi's sixth annual premier networking event with top industry leaders and powerful conversations about thriving in our ever-changing world.

We'll cover navigating change, self-advocacy, leadership and parenting, ethical leadership, finding a leadership style, access to opportunity, and building your brand.

Our evening keynote discussion is with actress, advocate and author Diane Guerrero known for her roles in Orange Is the New Black, Jane the Virgin, and the voice of Isabel in Disney's Encanto.

Counting the Minutes

We're honoring Adelphi's founding year—1896—by dedicating 1,896 minutes in April to Giving Day 2023.

In a little more than 31.5 hours, you can make a significant impact on student success, academic excellence, athletics, life-changing student experiences and more.

It all happens Wednesday, April 19, beginning at 4:24 a.m. until 12:00 noon on Thursday, April 20.

Aside from the part where you help transform lives, the next best part is that you don't have to wait to donate!

From Class Notes:

Rahama Alvi ’15, an art teacher at Cole Elementary School in Scotch Plains-Fanwood, New Jersey, has published her second children’s book, The Crayons and the Glue.

Dilara Islam ’16 has joined the Real Property Tax Certiorari Law and Condemnation Litigation Practice Group at Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP as an associate in their East Meadow, New York, office. At Adelphi, Islam was class president of the Student Government Association.

Marie Mulligan ’92, PhD, RN, has been appointed chief nursing officer at Huntington Hospital in Huntington, New York. Prior, Mulligan was vice president for nursing services and chief nursing officer at Mather Hospital in Port Jefferson, New York.

Michelle Robinson ’91, DMD, associate professor in the School of Dentistry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, was given the added duties of senior vice provost for faculty affairs.

From Let's Catch Up:

James Hambel ’08, MS ’11
Physical Education Teacher, New York City Department of Education

“Adelphi helped mold me into the teacher I am today. My student teaching experiences helped me make many connections I have to this day and made me so well-rounded.”

Married with two daughters, Jim teaches physical education at the Sheridan Academy for Young Leaders in the Bronx. He is a member of the Professional Bowlers Association and the United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame and was named a Bowler’s Ed Curriculum Specialist in 2022. Jim was recognized as a Section Amazing Person by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance and received the Dr. Doris R. Corbett Johnson Leaders of Our Future Award from SHAPE America.

Annual Job and Internship Expo
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Adelphi University’s Annual Job and Internship Expo connects employers with Adelphi University students and alumni.

Great Minds, Great Conversations: An Evening with Jeff Smulyan
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Join us for a discussion with the founder and CEO of Emmis Communications, Jeff Smulyan, as he discusses his winding path to success and his new book, Never Ride a Rollercoaster Upside Down: The Ups, Downs, and Reinvention of an Entrepreneur.

Giving Day
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Our annual tradition of giving back to Adelphi supports scholarships, academics, athletics, study-abroad opportunities, campus life and more. Every Giving Day gift has a powerful impact on the lives we transform at Adelphi.

Research Day
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Adelphi's 20th Annual Scholarship and Creative Works Conference is a great time to "come home" if you're in town. Join the entire University community to witness and celebrate student scholarship, innovation and creativity. There will be a showcase for student presentations from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., followed by a keynote speaker.