Adelphi University New York
World-class academics with a personal approach
December 2019
Dear Colleagues,

As many of us are preparing to enjoy the upcoming holiday break, I invite you to take a moment to explore diversity and inclusion at Adelphi and reflect on how diversity affects our own personal lives. When we think about our school communities, how can we ensure that our students always feel welcomed, supported, honored and respected for who they are?

Through our classes, student organizations, athletics, Greek life, mentoring, faculty and our leadership, Adelphi is committed to becoming a model of diversity and inclusion.
Stephanie Espina
Director of Undergraduate Admissions
A Quick Look at Diversity at Adelphi University
Source: Based on Fall 2019 data, undergraduates only
Nearly
45%
of our undergraduate students identify as diverse

Source: Fall 2019 data, undergrads only
Adelphi launched a free
College-Readiness
Program
for Hispanic high school students in 2018
Our award-winning and nationally renowned
Bridges to Adelphi
program is a path to success for students on the autism spectrum
Our Garden City campus is ranked a Premier Campus by Campus Pride for our institution's commitment to LGBTQ+-inclusive policies, programs and practices
Meet Our New Leadership for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Last week, Adelphi's President Christine M. Riordan announced two new appointments to the Office of Diversity and Inclusion: Jacqueline Jones LaMon, JD , (left) selected as the new vice president, and Chotsani West, MA '07 , (right) in the newly created position as executive director of diversity and inclusion. Read more >>
Adelphi Wins Two Prestigious Diversity Awards
Adelphi has received the 2019 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award —recognizing Adelphi as part of the top two percent of institutions nationwide with an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
For the second consecutive year, Adelphi earned the Inspiring Programs in STEM Award — recognizing Adelphi's innovative program designed to recruit, support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for meaningful and rewarding careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.
Spotlight: Our Commitment to Diversity Goes Beyond Our Campus
Adelphi's  Diversity Certificate Program  is not only helping to promote a respectful, inclusive work and learning atmosphere on the University campus, it is also expanding into Long Island school districts . In 2017, our program expanded to the Sewanhaka Central High School District, Roosevelt Union Free School District (2018), and Eastern Suffolk BOCES (2019) as the High School Partnership Program.
Personalized Events for You and Your Students
Take a Campus Tour
An Adelphi student ambassador will lead you on a walking tour of our scenic campus and answer your questions.

 Thursday, December 19
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 3 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday, December 20
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Nexus Building
Adelphi University, Garden City
Instant Transfer Decision Days
Students can apply, be admitted and register for classes in one day. Counselors are available to help students with transfer credits, financial aid and career planning.

 Tuesday, January 7, 2020
12:00 noon–7:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 9, 2020
12:00 noon–7:00 p.m.
Nexus Building
Adelphi University, Garden City
Grad Open House
Considering a master's degree to boost your career? Come to our Open House and speak to professors and admissions counselors about your options. We have more than 65 master's and doctoral degree programs at Adelphi, and flexible schedule options to fit your busy life.

Wednesday, January 8, 2020
5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Nexus Building
Adelphi University, Garden City
Meet Adelphi University President Christine M. Riordan
Dr. Riordan's  Momentum  Tour 2019–2020: Stories That Changed Our Lives: A Gathering of Panthers Past, Present and Future , may be coming to a city near you. Throughout the year, she'll share our personalized approach to higher learning and how it is transforming lives across the nation. Counselors, advisers, principals, students and their families are welcome to attend, email enrollmentdirector@adelphi.edu to register for an event.
Connect With Our Counselors
It’s never too early to get to know us. Connect with your regional representative today!