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Adelphi Alumni
May 2023
Hello Adelphi Alumni,

I had the honor of attending the 127th Commencement ceremony on May 23. It blew me away to see the smiling faces of our 2023 graduates and their families. This class had only just started their Adelphi journeys when COVID-19 turned the world upside down. They’ve overcome some challenges! I know they will reflect on the lessons we learned and that they can look to their Adelphi family and 119,000 fellow alumni to be a great support in their futures.

Their ceremony included a keynote from someone who also knows how to overcome a challenge. Hamdi Ulukaya, founder and CEO of Chobani, called Adelphi University “my Ellis Island” because he came straight to Garden City 29 years ago after fleeing Turkey in search of a better life. This week, we recognized Ulukaya with an honorary doctorate because of his faith in Adelphi, outstanding success and remarkable humanitarianism.

Newly dubbed Dr. Ulukaya reminded our Class of 2023 that changes and curveballs can be conquered, especially with an Adelphi experience to prepare you for them. And he pointed out that you can always come back home to Adelphi—even 29 years later.

I hope to see you back home soon too!

Megan Stewart
Director of Alumni Relations


#StayGold
P.S.: Please join us for what will be a memorable evening celebrating our community at the 23rd Annual President’s Gala on June 10 at The Garden City Hotel.

 
GET TO KNOW THE CLASS OF 2023 SGA LEADERSHIP
 
Name: Tyler Masure

Hometown: Howard Beach, New York

Major: Political Science

Activities: SGA President, Student Manager in Auxiliary and Event Services (AUX)

Favorite Memory: The Brown and Gold Awards in 2022—I love the event because it recognizes the outstanding student leaders at the University.

What’s Next? I will continue to work within AUX through the summer. I will take a gap year to focus on studying for the LSAT and eventually attend law school.
 
Name: Zhi-Ning (Eileen) He

Hometown: Brooklyn, New York

Major: Psychology

Activities: SGA Executive Treasurer, Panther Pantry Volunteer, Delta Gamma Fraternity

Favorite Memory: Speaking for SGA during the annual Women's Leadership Conference was a highlight of my time here. I truly felt honored to be able to be standing on stage and handing out honors to women leaders on campus and to see individuals that are nothing short of motivating to see.

What's Next? I'm in the 4+1 General Psychology program and will be finishing my master's degree in December 2023.

Name: Miguel Velasquez

Hometown:
Mineola, New York

Major: History


Activities: Class of 2023 Class President, Student Activities Board (Vice President of Finance), Inter-Greek Council (President), Pi Lambda Phi  


Favorite Memory: My favorite memory was at Spirit Weekend 2022 when I performed with my band (I am a wedding singer) for the Adelphi community and Spirit Court with other student leaders.


What’s Next? I will be continuing my education at Adelphi by pursuing a master’s degree in adolescent education and will be getting certified in special education.

Name: Dilpreet Kaur

Hometown: Queens, New York

Major: Nursing

Activities: SGA Vice President of External Affairs, Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society (President), Admissions Ambassador, Sikhs United Public Relations Officer

Favorite Memory: My favorite memory was attending the Spring Concert in 2022 with Flo Rida performing.

What's Next? My plan after graduation is to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and work as an oncology nurse.

ADELPHI NEWS
Adelphi has named Joanne Corbin, PhD, as the new dean of the School of Social Work. Dr. Corbin comes to Adelphi from the University of Connecticut, where, since 2020, she has served as professor and associate dean for academic affairs in its School of Social Work.

Join us in wishing a happy retirement to Jacqueline Jones LaMon, JD, vice president of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, after more than 17 years of service at the University. Under her leadership, Adelphi achieved a five-star rating on the Campus Pride Index, was named a Top 40 Best of the Best for LGBTQ-Friendly Campuses and expanded our Hispanic Community Partnership Program.

Adelphi’s sixth annual Giving Day on April 19 and April 20 raised $481,430 from a record-breaking 1,902 donors. Adelphi’s founding year of 1896 was used to guide the 1,896-minute timeline and its goal of more than 1,896 donors.
ALUMNI NEWS
Chobani CEO, an Alumnus,  Received Honorary Degree

Adelphi alumnus Hamdi Ulukaya—entrepreneur, humanitarian and CEO of America's number-one Greek yogurt company, Chobani—was our University’s honorary degree recipient and keynote speaker for Commencement 2023.

Our community celebrated this year's graduating class on Tuesday, May 23, at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

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Join Adelphi's Alumni Advisory Council

Nominate yourself or a fellow alum to be part of our Alumni Advisory Council.

Your support, leadership and direct participation will make a difference at Adelphi and in our students' lives.

SUBMIT A NOMINATION>

Nominate a Young Alum for Adelphi's 10 Under 10

We welcome nominations of extraordinary young alumni who are leading and shaping our future. The deadline to submit a nominee is Friday, May 26.

NOMINATE A YOUNG ALUM>

 
CELEBRATING MILESTONE REUNIONS
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If your graduation year ends in 3 or 8, 2023 is your milestone reunion year, and we want to celebrate with you. We already have activities planned to celebrate the 50th reunion of the Class of 1973 and events scheduled for the Classes of 1988 and 2003.

Email us at alumni@adelphi.edu if you would like to help plan your class reunion. Watch our Spirit Weekend website for more information and event details.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Adelphi University President's Gala
Saturday, June 10, 2023

Join us for a memorable evening celebrating our students, donors and community. This year’s theme is “An Evening for the Arts at Adelphi: Legends and Legacies.”

Spirit Weekend 2023
Friday, October 13–Sunday, October 15

Come home for the seventh annual Spirit Weekend for three days of fun-filled activities and events.

Hey, Panthers, check out our Commencement-themed poll question.


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