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The College of Arts and Sciences Newsletter |
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Spring 2025 |
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Dear Friends,
This installment of ASCEND continues our tradition of highlighting concerns for issues that affect all people. Kaiya Provost, PhD, assistant professor of biology, and K.C. Rondello, MD, clinical associate professor of public health and emergency management, share their expertise in a timely story about avian flu. You'll also learn about Monica Morales Hernandez, assistant teaching professor of mathematics, who overcame cultural stereotypes to excel in mathematics and now strives to make the subject fun and reachable for students.
We also continue our regular “What Can You Do With a Degree in ___?” alumni series, this time putting the spotlight on two alums of Adelphi's environmental studies and sciences program who have gone on to achieve success taking different career paths.
As always, I'm thankful to you for staying connected with the College of Arts and Sciences. Follow us on Instagram @adelphi_cas to see what's happening in real time. One important upcoming event: Giving Day on April 9. We hope you will consider supporting the College and our work to provide transformative experiences for our students.
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Vincent Wei-cheng Wang, PhD
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Two Adelphi experts—Kaiya Provost, PhD, assistant professor of biology with a specialization in birds, and K.C. Rondello, MD, clinical associate professor of public health and noted epidemiologist—delve into the virus's impact on the bird population, steps to take to prevent its spread, and the potential for transmission to pets and humans.
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As a young woman and a Latina, Monica Morales Hernandez, assistant teaching professor of mathematics, recalls battling the cultural stereotype that math wasn't a field in which she'd succeed. She's determined to ensure that her Adelphi students never feel that way—and know that no matter who they are, they too can excel in math.
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Have a passion for nature? Frustrated by climate change? Maybe you've considered studying environmental studies and sciences but aren't sure what career prospects await. Meet two alumni who have taken different paths: Elizabeth Buccheri ’18, PhD, who is kicking off a career as a researcher and academic, and Jonathan Ciappetta ’08, MS ’10, who works in environmental health and safety.
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Undergraduate Research and Creativity: A History Department Student Explores the Past |
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Senior Thea Crouch was awarded a Summer Research Fellowship from Adelphi's SPARK Center—and used it to document the history of Adelphi's hometown: Garden City, New York.
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In Love and Information, Theatre Students Explored the Intersection of Humanity, Love and Knowledge, With Help From the Audience |
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This innovative play offered theatergoers a chance to take part in a story that reveals how an excess of information can alter relationships and mental well-being.
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Center for African, Black and Caribbean Studies Highlights James Baldwin Art Exhibit For Black History Month |
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Artist Sabrina Nelson’s exhibit honoring James Baldwin brought an exploration of his legacy to Adelphi's campus—showcasing art, activism and Baldwin’s profound influence on both personal and collective identities.
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Giving Day is April 9! We hope you will support the College of Arts and Sciences this year. Gifts to the Dean's Excellence Fund support excellence in faculty teaching and student learning, and contributions to the Student Excellence Fund provide high-impact learning opportunities like study abroad trips, field work, performances and research. Make your gift any time between now and Giving Day by clicking here. Thank you for your continued support! |
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