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Greetings! Adelphi's mission to transform lives begins with our students' success. From there, we know it branches out into the world, carrying our core values, including community and collaboration, global awareness and diversity, and respect for the individual. As we navigate an ever-changing world, Adelphi students, alumni, faculty, and staff are committed to supporting each other and making a positive difference.  I think this month's features highlight outstanding Adelphi attributes. Two articles explore our commitment to diverse communities: a multimillion-dollar grant that will help us bring social and emotional learning opportunities to students in a nearby school district; and our speech and language programs offered at minimal cost to people of all ages. A faculty member's efforts to help students overcome presentation anxiety exemplifies Adelphi's personalized approach. And a student-created mural in Swirbul Library illustrates our emphasis on hands-on learning. I’m also pleased to introduce our University's newest trustees. All three are highly accomplished leaders and dedicated Adelphi alumni. All the best, Chris Georgia, my family’s bulldog, is a Panther at heart.

Taking Hands-On Learning to a New Level Profound learning experiences are a hallmark of an Adelphi education. Last semester, nine students in our unique mural arts workshop dove into the craft and business of creating public art. In the end, they acquired valuable tools for life after Adelphi while our iconic Swirbul Library gained a masterpiece. WATCH OUR NEW VIDEO>

$6M Grant Expands Clinic's Impact The Derner Hempstead Child Clinic has provided psychotherapy services to local children, teens and families since 2015. Now, a 21st Century Community Learning Center grant will expand what we can bring to Hempstead's students. READ MORE>

How One Faculty Member Builds Confidence in Students Brilliantly personalizing her teaching methods, Traci Levy, PhD, helps her political science students overcome presentation anxiety in group settings. She shared her approach and its great results in Inside Higher Ed. READ HER OP-ED>

Serving All Ages, Cultures and Backgrounds Adelphi’s communication sciences and disorders program provides a broad range of treatment, care and support to people of myriad linguistic backgrounds—from toddlers to seniors. We are privileged to work with diverse communities across Long Island.  READ MORE>

Three New Adelphi Trustees Three inspiring alumni have joined the Adelphi University Board of Trustees, bringing a wealth of international experience and business success. We are delighted to introduce them. READ MORE>

Adelphi is making local, national and global news: In a Real Clear Policy op-ed, Elizabeth Palley, JD, PhD, professor of social work, argues that amid recent legal challenges to reproductive rights, mothers and children need more support from society. In Newsweek, Katie Laatikainen, PhD, professor and acting chair of political science, weighs in on Russia's influence on Finland seeking NATO membership. In a podcast from The Guardian, Paul Thaler, PhD, communications professor and a noted expert on cameras in the courtroom, discusses the issue in light of the Depp-Heard trial followed by millions worldwide. Jonathan Ivanoff, associate director for internships, discusses the increase in summer internships in a Newsday feature. In a letter published in Financial Times, Mariano Torras, PhD, professor and chair of finance and economics, responds to the article, “Talk of doing good things rings hollow at Davos.” “I truly believe more institutions need to recognize the importance of supporting neurodiverse students, ... who deserve to have the opportunity to enhance their education and be contributing members of society.”

—Diana Damilatis-Kull ’10, MA ’12, MA ’14, director of Bridges to Adelphi and adjunct psychology faculty member, in a story about why neurodiversity belongs in colleges and universities in Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

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Let’s stay in touch I love sharing news about Adelphi. But even better is hearing from you. Reach out to me at [email protected]. You can also follow me on: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Follow Georgia the bulldog @georgiariordan

In 2015, Dr. Riordan became Adelphi’s 10th and first woman president. Learn more about her at adelphi.edu/president. An internationally known expert and speaker on leadership, diversity and inclusion, and career success, she is authoring a book, Shift Happens: How to Adapt and Thrive in a Rapidly Changing World of Work. For more information on her research, visit christineriordan.com.