About Gen Z—Scholars and Artists of Adelphi University

Message From the Provost

Recognizing that today’s young people represent the future of our society, it’s a worthwhile effort to understand the many dimensions of their generation. Adelphi’s faculty members are studying topics that expand our perspective on Generation Z, from their politics and mental health concerns to the challenges of the world they’re growing up in.

I hope you gain new insights into Gen Z in this edition of Scholars and Artists of Adelphi University, while also enjoying a look at an exhibition of paintings of a faculty member’s childhood home—captured so realistically, they truly deceive the eye.

Faculty in the News

Newsday, “Long Island Latino Teachers Association offers future teachers of color a boost with scholarships”
Sandra Castro, PhD, associate dean in the College of Professional and Continuing Studies, discusses the significance of having a diverse educator workforce as role models for the growing Latino student population and all students in K–12 schools on Long Island.

International Business Times, “Why The Fed Cannot Afford To Keep Interest Rates High For Too Long”
Robert Goldberg, James F. Bender Clinical Professor of Finance, comments on challenges the Federal Reserve might face returning to a low-interest rate environment.

AP News, The Washington Times, ABC News, “Back in full force, UN General Assembly shows how the most important diplomatic work is face to face”
Katie Laatikainen, PhD, professor of political science and international relations, is quoted on the importance of informal face-to-face interactions between members at the UN General Assembly.

Inside Higher Ed, “Academic Success Tip: Successful Onboarding of Graduate Students”
This article highlights the Equitable, Targeted and Structured Onboarding Program that Edmund J.Y. Pajarillo, PhD, professor in the College of Nursing and Public Health, developed at Adelphi to promote inclusive excellence and academic success for all learners.

Newsday, “Bank fees, high interest rates hit low-income Long Islanders hardest”
Mariano Torras, PhD, professor and chair of the Department of Finance and Economics, explains how banking fees and high interest rates pose challenges for lower income individuals.