鈥淲ith 1,578 donors and 1,613 gifts, our community demonstrated the true impact of investing in the University we believe in,鈥� said Thomas Kline, EdD, 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 vice president of University advancement and external relations. 鈥淭his remarkable generosity is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of our Momentum Campaign: Extraordinary Impact. We are filled with deep gratitude and hope for the future of Adelphi.鈥�

The 糖心传媒 Honors College received a $45,000 gift from alumni Carole 鈥�64 and Neal 鈥�63 Stuber, and the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business led the University鈥檚 eight schools and colleges, raising $67,335, with generous matching gifts from its Dean鈥檚 Advisory Board, Trustee Kevin Mahony 鈥�83 and an anonymous donor. , always supported by Panther fans, raised $250,934, led by men鈥檚 golf.

Rooted in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 founding year, 鈥�1,896 Minutes to Give鈥� is a call to action for the University鈥檚 alumni, students, faculty, administrators and friends to support the meaningful causes that strengthen every aspect of the institution. Every current member of the 糖心传媒 Board of Trustees participated, reflecting their ongoing commitment to 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 mission. And the University鈥檚 first-ever planned giving challenge inspired 13 people, including four anonymous donors, to make new or increased commitments totaling $1.2 million.

The funds raised will continue advancing 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 130-year-old mission to transform student lives through exceptional hands-on learning, extraordinary student experiences, accessible scholarships and academic resources, and . Additionally, funding sustains meaningful community programs like Bridges to Adelphi and the Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program.

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鈥淲e partner with community groups that directly service community members as a way to provide opportunities for upward mobility for folks to get access and entry into careers that offer a livable wage,鈥� says Sandra Castro, PhD, senior associate dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies at 糖心传媒.

For the students in these programs, earning a certification is the first step toward a healthcare career and the financial stability that comes with it.

Preparing Hempstead Adults for In-Demand Healthcare Roles

Students practicing phlebotomy techniques through Adelphi’s partnership with Hempstead Schools Adult Education.

When 糖心传媒 launched a partnership with and in late 2025, the response from the community was immediate. To identify and enroll students, the program turned to Hempstead Union Free School District鈥檚 Adult and Community Education Program, and demand quickly outpaced expectations. 鈥淲e started with one cohort, and then about six weeks later, another cohort鈥攁nd people are still calling to enroll,鈥� says , director of adult and community education at Hempstead Union Free School District.

Roughly 36 students received a full scholarship and are expected to complete the certification course by June. 鈥淭his scholarship is really impactful,鈥� Gottlieb says. 鈥淒epending on the school, this program could cost $4,000 or more. For someone making minimum wage, that expense can be difficult to meet.鈥�

Many of the enrolled students came through Hempstead鈥檚 adult education program, and the district also hosted the in-person classes. Students pursuing careers in vital healthcare and social service fields were eligible to apply for the fully funded scholarships.

鈥淭here is a pressing need for adults to obtain credentials efficiently, in ways that allow for rapid entry into sustainable careers,鈥� Gottlieb notes. Many adult learners in the Hempstead Adult and Community Education Program are navigating day-to-day financial responsibilities while working demanding jobs, which makes participation in extended programs impractical. In response to these realities, courses have been intentionally structured differently from traditional models, allowing students to complete certification within a condensed time frame of approximately three to four months.

鈥淭he biggest benefit is that students are learning how to invest in themselves and think about their future, and it gives a sense of dignity and opportunity,鈥� Gottlieb says.

Supporting Formerly Incarcerated Women on the Path to Healthcare Careers

Women re-entering the workforce are learning skills to make them workforce-ready via Adelphi’s partnership with New Hour for Women and Children LI.

This May, the first student cohort will graduate from Empowerment Through Employment: 糖心传媒 and health careers program. Funded by a grant from , this program benefits formerly incarcerated women through New Hour For Women and Children LI鈥檚 network of community programs and support services. 鈥淭hree out of four are moms, so we recognize that the need for higher education and licensure is really critical to creating a safe stable home and economic stability,鈥� says Serena Martin 鈥�05, founder and executive director of New Hour For Women and Children LI.

The program connects women to 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 professional certification courses to prepare New Hour For Women and Children LI members for in-demand healthcare careers such as clinical medical assistants, , , , and more. The grant also provided women with laptops and the software they need to complete their certification. 鈥淎 lot of funders and higher education folks underestimate the cost for returning students who are living paycheck to paycheck,鈥� Martin says.

The courses, which are fully online and asynchronous, were designed to accommodate students鈥� competing priorities. 鈥淢ost women are already working, they鈥檙e already parenting,鈥� Martin says. 鈥淏eing able to do the course on their own time, at their own pace鈥攁fter work or after they put the kids to bed鈥攊s really amazing.鈥�

To ensure success after graduation, Adelphi provides support with r茅sum茅-building assistance, career counseling, interview preparation and job search assistance, individual counseling, and externship placement. Students also receive biweekly check-ins, in-person lunches with Adelphi staff and a dedicated case manager.

Members like Tiara [last name withheld] exemplify the drive and determination of women participating in the program. The clinical medical assistant program certificate she鈥檚 earned is just one credential on the path to becoming a certified medical assistant.

Funding currently covers two cohorts over two years. The next will start in June with another group of women. Interest in the program has been strong since the launch鈥攖here鈥檚 already a waitlist for the next cohort鈥攁nd New Hour For Women and Children LI and Adelphi are actively seeking funding for additional cohorts in the future.

鈥淥ur women are so thirsty to work,鈥� Martin says. 鈥淵ou will not find a more responsible worker than someone who understands what it鈥檚 like to have lost their freedom and is now looking to fight hard and get back on their feet.鈥�

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Centeno isn鈥檛 alone in using her Adelphi social work experience to create an organization outside the clinic, and the Master of Social Work (MSW) program is a key ingredient in their process. One of the nation鈥檚 highest-ranked social work programs, the Adelphi MSW infuses human rights, racial justice and anti-oppressive practices throughout its curriculum, which includes classes focused on using law and legislation to promote policy change. A social action initiative each spring works with area nonprofits in antiracist and criminal justice advocacy work鈥攑erhaps serving as an inspiration to alumni who end up creating their own paths.

Healing Trauma Through The Arts

The Playbill for Somewhere Between, a Foster Care Unplugged stage production exploring the journey of foster youth, performed at the Mark O’Donnell Theater in Brooklyn on March 27 and 29, 2026.

Centeno cites Adelphi’s program as a formative part of her career. When taking acting classes, she realized that performance wasn鈥檛 all that different from group therapy. 鈥淎cting is responding to something that is not real, so you have to tap into your emotions to get there,鈥� she said. At the same time, foster children are often deeply skeptical of traditional therapy, worried their words will be used against them or their family. The performance-based practice, Centeno said, can help them overcome mistrust by recognizing that others feel the same way they do, and working together to produce a creative project.

鈥淚 remember one girl who wouldn鈥檛 speak to anyone when she first came in, but by the end of the program, she would not be quiet,鈥� said Centeno. The proof is in the numbers: Foster Care Unplugged has a 93 percent retention rate鈥攁 level virtually unheard of in foster care programs鈥攁nd surveys have found a rise in self-esteem of 23 percent after the 12-week program. In leading the program, Centeno draws upon the hands-on training she got at Adelphi. 鈥淪o many classes weren鈥檛 just 鈥榬ead this text, write this paper,鈥欌�� she said; rather, they put students in the shoes of clients through journaling and other experiential activities to develop empathy. 鈥淭hey taught me to actually live out the journey of the clients I was about to serve.鈥�

Cynthia Jean celebrates the Spring Forward Hope for Pink Event, held at Kendra Scott SoHo in New York City.

Expanding Breast Cancer Education

Cynthia Jean, MSW 鈥�12, also draws upon personal passion at her nonprofit, . In 2014, Jean was diagnosed with breast cancer, yet struggled to find accurate information about her options for treatment and recovery, especially as a young woman of color. 鈥淚 didn鈥檛 find a lot of information provided for women who look like me or who are in my age group,鈥� said Jean, who is Haitian American. 鈥淵ou had to dig for it.鈥� After her cancer went into remission, Jean founded to offer information and guidance to other women through health fairs and other events and organizations, empowering women to advocate for themselves. Too often, for example, doctors immediately propose mastectomy when less invasive treatments are available or don鈥檛 adequately inform patients about genetic testing or the importance of monitoring after treatment.

Founding Hope for Pink in 2024 has further expanded Jean鈥檚 mission to advocate for policy changes on a higher level to expand treatment for underserved populations. At Adelphi, she took courses in political social work, and attended a certificate program at

Participants gather at the Spring Forward Sweat Fete, a pink awareness health and fitness event celebrating breast cancer awareness and community wellness.

the University of Connecticut鈥檚 that focused on influencing government policy. She has since drawn upon that background as part of the , which advocates for more equitable access to cancer screening tools, and , which facilitates free or low-cost screening for uninsured women. 鈥淚 was always interested in having a broad impact, knowing that policy is important, because that鈥檚 where change happens,鈥� she said.

Music in Dementia Care

Dan Cohen, MSW 鈥�78, similarly focused on the political aspects of social work during his time at Adelphi. 鈥淢y goal was not to be a counselor or do clinical social work, but more about what systems I might be able to help change,鈥� he said. After earning his degree, his life took a detour into the technology field for four decades, but he always remained interested in social justice. When he heard about a new device called the iPod in 2006, he began volunteering in nursing homes, setting up elderly residents with music from their youth. He was amazed at the results. 鈥淵ou could have residents who were out of it for weeks or months, and then all of a sudden they spring to life,鈥� he said.

At the same time, he struggled with red tape, eventually creating a nonprofit, , to cut through it, training teams in some 5,000 hospitals and assisted living facilities to integrate music as part of residents鈥� treatments. As he dug into the science, he found that exposing elderly patients to music is associated with a 48 percent decrease in depression. 鈥淚f you had a pill that did that, every doctor would want to prescribe it,鈥� he said. In addition, music results in dramatic decreases in falls and choking by dementia patients who show improved attention, as well as decreased burden on caretakers.

A woman responds joyfully to personalized music as part of the Right to Music program, which uses individualized playlists to spark connection and engagement in older adults.

As wonderful as music can be as a treatment, Cohen said, it struggles for recognition amid the deep-pocketed advertising budgets of pharmaceutical companies. He has since started a new organization, , to advocate on an international level, raising awareness and seeking to change policies to facilitate the introduction of music in gerontological settings. Among other endeavors, he鈥檚 been involved in work through the to expand access to music in care settings around the world, as well as efforts to free up money from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to devote to music and dementia efforts in the United States. 鈥淎t Adelphi, I found some smart, passionate people who helped me focus my own skill set and understand a bit more about the paths to systems change,鈥� he said. 鈥淢y social work degree certainly laid the foundation for me to move confidently as I now try to make change.鈥�

The Adelphi MSW program is available in three locations鈥�Garden City, Hauppauge, and Poughkeepsie鈥攁nd, this fall, will also be part of the University鈥檚 new Manhattan Center.

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From launching a new trilogy set in the 1950s, to bringing Practical Magic to Broadway with help from a musical icon, Hoffman is proving that her storytelling is as potent as ever.

A Return to Her Roots

Founded by Hoffman herself two years ago, the Writers & Readers Festival returns to 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Garden City campus from April 15鈥�17. The event has become a staple of the New York literary scene, and this year鈥檚 lineup is no exception.

Hoffman will headline a keynote conversation with fellow No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult, focusing on the resilience of storytelling in an era of increasing book bans. She is also set to appear in a discussion of the writer-editor relationship alongside novelist Jessica Knoll and Scribner Books publisher Marysue Rucci.

Practical Magic 2, the Movie Sequel 27 Years in the Making

The phrase “midnight margaritas” is trending once again. Production has officially moved into the final stages for Practical Magic 2, scheduled to hit theaters nationwide on September 11. The film serves as a generational bridge, reuniting the iconic “aunts”鈥擲tockard Channing and Dianne Wiest鈥攚ith stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. While the plot remains largely under wraps, it is confirmed to be inspired by Hoffman鈥檚 2021 novel, The Book of Magic. Newcomers like Joey King, Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams and The Hobbit trilogy star Lee Pace join the coven, promising a sequel that explores the legacy of the Owens curse for a new era.

Published in 1995, Practical Magic was the basis for the 1998 film adaptation starring Kidman and Bullock as sisters descended from a long line of witches. The film became a cult classic, a supernatural drama blending romance with a story of sisterly bonds. The book went on to spawn a media franchise of the same name, which in addition to the film includes a 2004 television pilot (Sudbury), two prequels鈥�2017鈥檚 The Rules of Magic and 2020鈥檚 Magic Lessons鈥攁nd a sequel, 2021鈥檚 The Book of Magic.

From Page to Stage: The Practical Magic Musical

The most surprising development in the Hoffman universe is the leap to the theater. A stage musical adaptation of Practical Magic is currently in development. In a powerhouse collaboration, Hoffman is writing a book/script for the stage with playwright Peter Duchan (Dogfight), while 10-time Grammy winner Norah Jones will provide the music and lyrics in a collaboration with Grammy-nominated record producer Gregg Wattenberg. The project marks the first stage musical by Jones.

鈥淭his story of love and sisterhood is meant for the theater. Music is the heart and soul of Practical Magic,” Hoffman said of the project. “You can hear it as you read the book, even though it isn鈥檛 there. Now you will finally hear the story as I always imagined it. You will hear magic.鈥�

Celebrating a Different Kind of Magic

Amid the witches and Broadway lights, Hoffman has also found time for a more personal project. She recently edited a new anthology titled The Best Dog in the World: Essays on Love.

The collection features 14 celebrated authors鈥攊ncluding Isabel Allende, Amy Tan, Roxane Gay and Bonnie Garmus鈥攕haring stories of the canine companions that changed their lives. Hoffman will discuss the collection at the April festival, offering a “love letter” to the loyal animal friends who teach us about empathy and unconditional love.

A New Era of Witchcraft

Hoffman is already inviting readers back into the world of the supernatural. Her latest novel, The Witches of Cambridge, is slated for release on September 8.

The book, which kick-starts a new trilogy, was inspired by Hoffman鈥檚 own recent academic pursuits. Set on a college campus in the 1950s, the story follows two students, Ava and Lauren, who find refuge from the shadows of McCarthyism within a secret society of witches. Early praise from authors like Leigh Bardugo describes the work as “rich with history, heartbreak, and magic.”

鈥淚 went back to school and what began as my term paper ended up as a novel about witches, love, magic, sorrow, betrayal, sisterhood and best friends,鈥� Hoffman said.

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Improving Access to Healthy Foods

The Tower Garden project was born out of a real community need. In 2022, Clinical Assistant Professor Rachel Taniey, PhD, director of the MS in Nutrition and Dietetics program in the Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences, surveyed users of 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 on-campus food pantry, Panther Pantry, to better understand what students needed. 鈥淲e learned that students want to see fresh produce and an extended variety of items,鈥� she said.

Armed with that insight, Dr. Taniey saw an opportunity to create a hands-on learning experience for graduate students. Through a , she received a to supply the fresh produce.

“The grant focuses on changing systems, policies and environment to improve access to affordable nourishing food, healthy food access and physical activity,” said Karyn Kirschbaum, PhD, Adelphi adjunct professor of nutrition, who has coordinated the CHSC grant through Western Suffolk BOCES for nearly 20 years.

At the center of the project is a novel piece of food technology: an aeroponic growing system that allows you to cultivate fruits, leafy vegetables and herbs in a single vertical column. Seedlings are placed into pods along the outside of the tower, with their roots exposed at the center. A reservoir at the base holds water and a mineral blend, which a submersible pump continuously pushes to the top of the structure. From there, the nutrient-rich water cascades downward, misting the exposed roots before returning to the reservoir below. The result is a full harvest in as little as five to six weeks鈥攁nd because the system grows indoors, it produces continuously throughout the year.

A Hands-On Learning Experience

Growing fresh produce for the Panther Pantry is only one component of the project鈥攅ducation is the other. Every semester, graduate students can fulfill the required 130 hours of supervised community nutrition fieldwork through the Tower Garden.

That鈥檚 exactly the opportunity graduate students Alexis Provenz and Ellie Cohen were looking for. In addition to maintaining the garden, they assemble salad kits for Panther Pantry and organize educational events for the community.

The salad kits are a more recent innovation, born out of a simple realization. 鈥淲e realized that maybe just bringing over bags of produce isn’t the most appetizing way to encourage college students to eat vegetables,鈥� Dr. Taniey said. 鈥淪o we put it all together in little to-go containers with a package of olive oil and a label that says 鈥楯ust add protein from the pantry.鈥欌��

The food demonstrations take that mission a step farther. On March 10, Provenz and Cohen led a station at 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Nutrition Fair, where they prepared dishes made entirely from Tower Garden and pantry ingredients. 鈥淲e came up with two balanced and healthy recipes so students can replicate the recipes free of charge,鈥� Cohen said.

The experience has already proven to be a valuable complement to classroom learning. 鈥淲e learn what truly goes into planning and organizing events behind the scenes, how to troubleshoot problems creatively, and how to collaborate with professionals and peers in a real-world setting,鈥� Provenz said. 鈥淚t has given me a much deeper understanding of the work that goes into community nutrition programs and the impact they can have.鈥�

What鈥檚 Next for 鈥淜eanu Leaves鈥�

The Tower Garden project achieves two major goals of the MS in Nutrition and Dietetics program: increasing access to healthy food for Adelphi community members and preparing students for a career in nutrition.

“Our program is definitely rooted in community nutrition,鈥� Dr. Taniey said. 鈥淲e are increasing access for our community members, and we are also increasing knowledge of community nutrition for our dietetics students and really preparing them for a career in community nutrition.”

For Provenz, the project has shifted how she thinks about her field entirely. “This project has shown me that nutrition and dietetics is so much broader than simply 鈥榚ating healthy,鈥欌�� she said. 鈥淒ietetics is deeply connected to community health, food access, education and sustainability.鈥�

And the project is still just getting started. Dr. Taniey recently submitted a research proposal for a case study of pantry users as they interact with the Tower Garden, food demonstrations and nutrition education materials. If approved, the study would bring a formal academic lens to an organic, hands-on initiative.

She also hopes to expand what the garden grows, adding more herbs and eventually vine plants like tomatoes. 鈥淲e鈥檙e excited to explore what we do next,鈥� Dr. Taniey says. 鈥淲e鈥檒l be thinking of new recipes and ways to get students involved.鈥�

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鈥淲ith a mission focused on students first, we enhance academic learning in health and sport sciences, facilitate groundbreaking research and assist individuals eager to elevate their physical potential,鈥� said exercise science professor Robert Otto, PhD, who has worked in the lab since 1981.

For Exercise Science Students, a Living Lab

Nestled within 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 exercise science facilities, located in the lower floors of Woodruff Hall, the lab transcends traditional textbook education. Here, exercise science students immerse themselves in hands-on learning experiences, actively measuring crucial physiological concepts such as metabolism and muscle function with state-of-the-art equipment.

The lab helps prepare students for careers in strength and conditioning and personal training, and it remains the only university-based adult fitness cardiac rehabilitation program in the New York tristate area.

Students earning their MS in Exercise Science, in particular, leverage the lab for critical research projects required for their degree. Current investigations are wide-ranging, spanning from evaluating compounds that enhance oxygen efficiency during exercise to analyzing the effects of beetroot juice on muscle blood flow.

Initially centered on metabolic testing, advancements over the years have introduced new equipment and innovative testing.

鈥淲e built this lab from the ground up,鈥� Dr. Otto reflected. 鈥淥ver time, we鈥檝e incorporated body composition testing, force measurement and muscle activation analysis.鈥�

For Elite Athletes, Machines and Measurements to Boost Performance

Today, exercise science students and researchers can assess body composition in the lab using tests like:

• Skinfold measurements
• Hydrostatic underwater weighing

These assessments provide vital insights into the balance between fat and lean muscle mass鈥攅ssential information for high-performance athletes, and the health students who work with them.

Among its many features, the lab boasts a specialized cycle ergometer that measures physical work output with unparalleled precision. 鈥淚t can range from zero to 2,500 watts in one-watt increments,鈥� Dr. Otto explained. 鈥淭his allows us to measure the force each leg produces with pinpoint accuracy.鈥�

For high performance athletes like triathletes, that makes an impact on performance.

Dr. Otto shared the example of a competitive triathlete who consistently ranked among the top regional contenders. After undergoing efficiency testing and refining their training approach, the athlete saw a performance improvement of approximately 2 percent, a seemingly minor gain for some. But even 2 percent can make a tremendous difference in the field of elite-level competition.

鈥淚n fact, for elite athletes, a 2 percent improvement is monumental,鈥� Dr. Otto noted, emphasizing the athlete鈥檚 subsequent success on the national stage.

Metabolic testing is another feature of the lab. By measuring oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production during exercise, researchers can gauge how the body metabolizes fuel. Dr. Otto further elaborates, 鈥淯nderstanding caloric expenditure at specific paces enables athletes to precisely plan their nutritional intake for competitions.鈥�

Boosting Health and Wellness in the Community

While primarily dedicated to exercise science student education and research, the lab directly assists the broader community. Members of the public can schedule tests to assess resting metabolic rate, body composition and maximal oxygen consumption; valuable measurements for anyone looking to enhance fitness or manage weight.

鈥淎 resting metabolic rate indicates the minimum caloric intake needed for basic survival,鈥� Dr. Otto explained, reinforcing the lab鈥檚 role in promoting health and wellness.

The lab鈥檚 long-standing presence on Long Island has set it apart from similar facilities, and Dr. Otto noted that students from other universities often visit to observe demonstrations and familiarize themselves with the innovative equipment.

Ultimately, the Human Performance Lab is more than a collection of machines and data charts. It embodies the intersection of scientific inquiry and human aspiration, empowering students, athletes and community members to gain deeper insights into the body鈥檚 performance and explore pathways for improvement.

Dr. Otto explained the mission of the lab with just a few words.

鈥淲e measure how the body works,鈥� Dr. Otto concluded. 鈥淭hen we use that information to help individuals perform better. “

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Opening in early summer at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, the Manhattan Center is offering graduate and professional programs in nursing, technology, business, education, social work, human resources and creative writing.

All courses at the conveniently located center are designed to fit the schedule of busy working adults. The 51,000-square-foot space includes smart classrooms, healthcare and science labs, library, computer and STEAM labs, private study spaces, and a student lounge.

Learning will extend beyond the center鈥檚 walls, as students can take advantage of 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 connections to nearby Fortune 500 companies, healthcare organizations and community partners for internships, clinical rotations and employment opportunities.

The Manhattan Center will open with these highly sought-after programs that address the city’s workforce needs:

• Accelerated BS in Nursing
• MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Flex MBA
• Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics
• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• MA in STEAM Education鈥揗ath, Science, Computer Science
• MFA in Creative Writing
• MA in General Psychology鈥揌R Management

The center will also offer doctoral programs in Learning Sciences and Global Higher Education Leadership during its launch year.

Learn more about these programs鈥攁nd their value to students and to New York City鈥攆rom their respective academic leaders:

Accelerated BS in Nursing

Deborah Hunt, PhD 鈥�12

Betty L. Forest Dean, College of Nursing and Public Health

The decision to lead the new Manhattan Center with our Accelerated BS in Nursing program reflects our commitment to health and wellness of populations across the lifespan. The nursing shortage has continued to be cyclical due to myriad factors. Although the outlook in New York has improved, we are still experiencing a shortage that supports the need to prepare a high-caliber pipeline of professional, caring, dedicated RNs. Leveraging our strategic location, students can gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art simulation center and New York City鈥檚 diverse clinical settings, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Students will complete their coursework in just 15 months in the heart of New York, taught by expert and compassionate faculty鈥攁nd the average starting salary for our graduates is over $100,000. The program鈥檚 history of exceptional NCLEX performance proves that while the pace is accelerated, the quality of our nursing education and our students remains second to none.

MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Kees Leune, PhD

Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

糖心传媒’s mission to graduate job-ready students extends into the Manhattan Center. By relocating the existing MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program to the new center, we leverage the depth and the breadth of the best New York City has to offer. The center will be used as a base for expanding industry partnerships and for improving access to this program for students who work in the city during the day but wish to pursue a graduate degree after hours. Adelphi’s Manhattan location is also ideally situated for students traveling by public transportation.

Flex MBA, Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics

Raghida Abdallah Yassine, PhD

Assistant Professor and Academic Director, MBA programs, Robert B. Willumstad School of Business

New York City maintains its status as a worldwide business center, which leads companies to search for employees who demonstrate adaptability, analytical abilities and strong leadership skills in the face of rapidly changing technologies. The Manhattan Center’s graduate business programs provide flexible educational paths that combine essential business skills with analytical and technological expertise. Our Flex MBA and Business Analytics certificate are designed to prepare graduates not just for today’s jobs, but for the future of work.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Joanne Corbin, PhD

Dean, School of Social Work

The 糖心传媒 School of Social Work is excited about our move from Brooklyn to the new Manhattan Center in August 2026. This increases accessibility to our program鈥檚 course offerings and positions students at the center of one of the nation鈥檚 most dynamic social work markets.

The profession of social work continues to be in demand, with positions projected to grow by six percent over the next decade in New York鈥攅xceeding the rate for all other occupations. Social workers with a master鈥檚 degree in social work (an MSW) may work across diverse settings, including healthcare, behavioral health, mental health, substance abuse and school social work. They have opportunities to work with individuals across the developmental lifespan, from young children to older adults. Employment opportunities span all major segments of the economy鈥攈ealthcare, education, community services, vocational rehabilitation, nursing and residential care, and government agencies.

Social work鈥檚 mission is to improve the conditions of life for individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. At the 糖心传媒 School of Social Work, we prepare students to promote social justice and human rights for a diverse society by addressing unmet and emergent needs and by promoting equity in access, information and provision of services. We look forward to inviting new students to join us at the Manhattan Center in achieving this mission.

MA in STEAM Education鈥揗ath, Science, Computer Science

Tracy Hogan, PhD

Professor, The School of Education, Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences

In our programs, students will learn creative methods of using art and design concepts to increase learning in STEM classes. 糖心传媒 has partnered with New York City Public Schools for decades鈥攁 relationship that has grown stronger since establishing our STEAM MA teacher preparation program in New York City. As NYC schools鈥攁nd New York State more broadly鈥攆ace a persistent shortage of certified teachers in computer science, mathematics and the sciences, our program has responded and is positioned to do even more through our expanded presence and new space in the city. With more than $4 million in grant funding through the , Adelphi supports and prepares teacher candidates entering the program, while also offering traditional certification pathways and a non-certification MA. What makes our Manhattan-based model distinctive is its integration of collaborative spaces like and our new makerspace, which bring educators, researchers and community partners together around research-supported STEAM teaching and learning.

MFA in Creative Writing

Ren茅 Steinke

Professor, Department of English, and Director of the MFA in Creative Writing Program

The Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Program offers week-long intensive residencies and semester-long creative mentorships with faculty who are award-winning, acclaimed authors and devoted teachers. The residencies are held at the Manhattan Center, offering students a chance to explore the literary richness of the city. At each residency, MFA students meet with authors, editors, literary agents and representatives from the many literary nonprofits that sustain the cultural life of New York City. The residency, which precedes each semester, is the anchor for the curriculum and a crucial part of the program鈥檚 design. The hybrid nature of a low-residency MFA program is one of its major draws for our students, and it’s where a lively community of writers thrives. Many of our students work full-time in their professions, but have decided they want to be part of an academic program that helps them to seriously pursue their goals for writing. Until now, residencies have been housed at the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, and the student responses to the curriculum and to the residency experience have been overwhelmingly positive.

We offer concentrations in fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction, with workshops that culminate in the final course, when students complete a book-length manuscript. Our program focuses intently on craft, with an emphasis on revision and close reading.

MA in General Psychology鈥揌R Management

Errol Rodriguez, PhD

Assistant Dean, Director of Master’s Degree Programs in General Psychology and Mental Health Counseling, Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

We decided to bring the master’s degree program in general psychology with a concentration in human resource management to the new Manhattan Center to participate in the evolution of work and to promote all that we have learned about psychology and wellness in the workplace. It is clear, given the high demand in industries and sectors, as well as the influence of AI, that work is rapidly changing. New York, being the epicenter of work and the hustle and bustle of city life, is prime real estate for our flagship program training psychologically skilled HR professionals. The program draws on expertise from our renowned faculty in psychology and business, with the goal of translating psychological principles and concepts into business applications. By training with us in the heart of the city, we aim to influence both current and aspiring human resource professionals. Using psychology as the foundational anchor of the training, we believe our graduates will lead with empathy, hire with vision, and have a unique voice in the transformation of work life in New York City and globally.

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鈥淲ith the population living longer and the onset of new diseases, older people may become vulnerable. Managing patients with comorbidities demands more care and more specialized care,鈥� said Deborah Hunt, PhD 鈥�12, dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health. 鈥淚n the current landscape, there are myriad job opportunities for nurses and advanced-practice nurses in long-term care. Our healthcare partners frequently reach out to share these opportunities and the challenges they face in filling some of these positions.鈥�

The College’s increasing focus on longevity is attracting attention and support, including a $54,000 grant from New York-based nonprofit Aging in America, Inc. to enhance education in gerontology and geriatric care. This grant will open up new opportunities for immersive learning in 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 undergraduate nursing program as well as graduate, doctoral and certificate programs in adult gerontology for nurse practitioners.

This work scales beyond the College of Nursing and Public Health, too. 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 School of Social Work and Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences are hosting forums, offering fellowships and pioneering research in the evolving field of aging.

Where Nursing Students Learn Skills鈥攁nd Compassion鈥攆or Older Adults

The Aging in America grant will support equipment upgrades to 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL), along with faculty training and curriculum development. Most notably, it will introduce a new resident to the lab: a geriatric manikin鈥攃omplete with realistic wrinkles, joint stiffness and simulated emotions鈥攚hich students will use to engage in simulation-based learning scenarios that enhance their skills.

鈥淏y including geriatric scenarios and simulation manikins that realistically portray older adults, students can practice assessing, communicating with and caring for elderly patients in a safe and controlled environment,鈥� said Anthony Egan, director of the simulation lab.

The geriatric manikin will join 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 current manikins representing infants, children, and young and middle-aged adults鈥攁llowing students to simulate compassionate care across the entire lifespan. For example, students can use the geriatric manikin to prepare for clinical assignments in long-term care facilities like rehab centers. They can practice transferring and positioning older patients, performing hygiene care with sensitivity, and safely responding to high-risk scenarios like falls.

A University-Wide Focus on Aging and Longevity

Beyond the field of nursing, the School of Social Work offers a unique resource that prepares students to assist an aging population: the Goidel Gerontology Fellowship in Social Work, the first of its kind in New York state. The fellowship includes a $2,000 stipend, electives focused on gerontological care, monthly colloquia with guest speakers, and opportunities to gain field experience.

鈥淲e need to prepare our students for the world of work they will be facing as professionals,鈥� said Daniel Kaplan, PhD, associate professor of social work. 鈥淭eaching them to deal with an aging population has benefits that help all of our society.”

The College of Education and Health Sciences and its Institute of Lifelong Wellbeing and Longevity is hosting a leadership forum on successful aging and longevity in April 2026. In the full-day workshop, global experts will discuss everything from cognitive health and loneliness to innovation in the science of aging. Hariklia Proios, PhD, professor and chair of the College of Education and Health Sciences Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, will share information about her efforts as president of the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE) and its programs supporting stroke education and early detection.

The forum event ties in with recent research at the College of Nursing and Public Health that tackles a complex question: What does 鈥渟uccessful aging鈥� look like, and how can we achieve it? After interviewing 175 adults over the age of 65, the research team found that staying socially and mentally active will increase positive health outcomes. And, to ensure successful aging, care environments must focus on older adults鈥� specific social and physiological needs.

As Professor Marilyn Klainberg 鈥�63, MS 鈥�77, EdD, first author on the article, which appeared in the July 2025 issue of The Journal of the New York State Nurses Association, said: 鈥淥ur role as nurses and educators is to help older adults find ways to stay engaged, whether that鈥檚 joining an organization, going to the library or getting out to see friends. Now we have more data to explain why.鈥�

Looking ahead, the College of Nursing and Public Health will continue advancing its work in this evolving field and providing students with next-level resources to further their careers.

鈥淏y introducing the geriatric manikins, in particular, we are hoping to get more nursing students interested in gerontology and research in older adults,鈥� said Dr. Hunt.

Since one in six people will be over 60 in just four years, Adelphi nurses will be providing leadership in an essential area of healthcare鈥攈elping people live longer, healthier lives.

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The workshop will be delivered entirely via Zoom and will meet weekly on Thursdays from 10鈥�11:30 a.m. on March 5, March 12, March 19 and March 26.

Resilience Through Art: The Healing Journey will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director of the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program, alongside Kimberly Newman, BFA, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program. The workshop is open to individuals coping with a breast cancer diagnosis, survivors, and caregivers, and is free to attend.

鈥淭his workshop has become one of our most requested programs,鈥� said Kimberly Newman, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program. 鈥淧articipants value the opportunity to come together, explore their creativity, and receive meaningful support from others within the breast cancer community.鈥�

Whether participants are new to creative arts or have previous experience, the workshop encourages exploration of new perspectives, strengthens personal resilience, and builds community. Guided by experienced staff, participants will engage in relaxation and breathing exercises, learn creative techniques for stress relief, and develop problem-solving and coping skills.

鈥淲e know that art can be deeply therapeutic, but accessing those benefits isn鈥檛 always easy,鈥� said Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director of the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program. 鈥淭hrough this workshop, our goal is to help participants reconnect with themselves while fostering authentic connections with others.鈥�

For more information, please call 516.877.4329 or email apapalia@adelphi.edu. Space is limited to 20 participants, and registration is required. Participants must commit to attending all four sessions. Once registered, workshop materials will be provided free of charge.

Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program

The Adelphi New York Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline and Support Program offers clinical support and resources to people with and/or concerned about breast cancer. To reach the Hotline, which is staffed by volunteers who are breast cancer survivors, call 800.877.8077 or go to adelphi.edu/breast-cancer. You are not alone.

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I am filled with gratitude for the extraordinary generosity you have demonstrated. Together, we broke 础诲别濒辫丑颈鈥檚 fundraising record鈥攁 bar we鈥檒l challenge ourselves to pass next year!

This year, we surpassed our $100,000 goal by more than double, raising $228,471.38 from 356 donors, who made 403 gifts in support of many vital causes.

Our Adelphi family of students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents and friends showed such enthusiasm in support of some of . We expanded access to emergency financial assistance, food and basic necessities, scholarships, breast cancer support services and other important resources our students rely on to thrive.

I want to thank Interim President Chris Storm for kicking off GivingTuesday in October with to support the Student Emergency Support Fund. That matching challenge was satisfied before GivingTuesday even started!

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