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April 2019

Dear Colleagues,

A very special greeting to you all! This is my first letter to you after returning to Adelphi from maternity leave—my husband and I welcomed our beautiful baby girl, Gianna, in November.

Over the last several months, we've begun the process of learning to be parents, enjoying every minute of watching our daughter grow and thrive. While my days are filled with diapers, baby giggles, and snuggles, I can't help but wonder what her future holds, where she will go and who she will grow to be. 

College is a transformative experience with the power to open doors and uncover hidden paths for students. Our community here at Adelphi places great emphasis on our role in preparing students for their future and delivering added value to their investment in an education—making sure that our students are career-ready and equipped with the tools for success. Recognized as a 2018–2019 College of Distinction for our Office of Career and Professional Development, Adelphi provides students with a personalized education that fully prepares them to excel in their chosen fields.

From the view out my Adelphi office window, I'm often reminded of the endless possibilities for my daughter—her ability to become anything and anyone that she wishes to be. And while I'll be wishing the time to slow down as she grows into a strong and intelligent woman, I'll take great comfort in knowing that places like Adelphi University will be waiting, eager and ready to help her achieve her greatest potential.

All my best,
Kristen E. Capezza, M.B.A. '12
Vice President, Enrollment Management
Career Development College Award
Badge for Colleges of Distinction in Career Development 2018-2019
Adelphi has been recognized as a 2018–2019 Career Development College by the Colleges of Distinction organization for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills necessary to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Five Ways Adelphi Is Getting Students Career-Ready
Providing internships and field experiences
 83% of seniors reported participating in an internship , field experience, student teaching or clinical placement.
Leadership Certificate Program logo
Developing leadership skills
Adelphi helps its students develop the leadership and professional skills needed for successful careers. Since we launched the Leadership Certificate Program in 2017, more than 1,000 students have taken advantage.
Prepping students for career success
Students are set to succeed with the comprehensive PREP (Preparation, Reflection, Experiential Learning and Planning) Program . More than 300 career-related PREP events, courses, programs and workshops were offered to undergraduates on campus this year.
Creating powerful connections between students and alumni
Through our Count on Adelphi for Career Help (COACH) program, Adelphi alumni act as resources and mentors, sharing industry and career information and providing encouragement to current students and fellow alumni as they enter their chosen fields.
Linking employers and students on campus
More than 900 companies, organizations, alumni, faculty, parents and partners engaged with our Center for Career and Professional Development last year. Our annual job and internship expo brings employers to campus so students can get on-the-spot interviews. See the top organizations that employ Adelphi grads .
Rap Legend Chuck D Returns to His Alma Mater
Chuck D '84, '13 (Hon.), the rap legend known before his chart-topping days as Carlton D. Ridenhour, returned to his alma mater, Adelphi University, on April 15 to discuss his experience as a B.F.A. student at Adelphi, his music career, his critically acclaimed books and his political activism. Chuck D sums it up best: " Everybody feels, everybody wants to express themselves. But you have to learn from somebody. I learned at Adelphi. I came into the school with talent, but I left knowing how to express myself—in art and music."
Spotlight on Education: Become an Exceptional Educator
When teaching middle school students, track star Kip Jackson '16, M.A. '17, combines adolescent education teaching theory with practical skills he learned as an athlete.
Students in the Ruth S. Ammon School of Education's Scholar Teacher Education Program complete a unique five-year, combined bachelor's and master's degree program preparing them to teach at the childhood or adolescent grade levels.
New Summer Program for Students
Free Summer College-Readiness Program for Hispanic High Schoolers
Adelphi's Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host a summer college-readiness program free of charge for Hispanic high school students, scheduled for August 1 to August 4. Called the Hispanic Community Partnership Program , the program will accept only 25 rising seniors in good academic standing—each of whom must be nominated by May 15, 2019 .
Upcoming Events
Spring Open House
Sunday, April 28, 2019
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, lobby
Adelphi University, Garden City campus
Art Portfolio Review Day
Special Event for High School Juniors
Sunday, April 28, 2019
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Adelphi University, Garden City campus
Weekend Information Session
Saturday, May 11, 2019
9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m.,
12:00 noon
Nexus Building, lobby
Adelphi University, Garden City campus 
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