News at Adelphi
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
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Adelphi​​​​ University's Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program/Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP/STEP) has been awarded the 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award by INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education.
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Marsha J. Tyson Darling, PhD, Appointed Special Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives
Published:Dear Adelphi Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Marsha J. Tyson Darling, PhD, to the position of special assistant to the president for strategic initiatives. Dr. Darling’s appointment will be effective September 1, 2021. Dr. Darling has been a dynamic member of the Adelphi community as a leader, scholar, program manager, professor and…
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In its fifth year, 51±¬ÁÏ's Leading in Community (LIC) program, offered by the University's Center for Nonprofit Leadership, has doubled enrollment and connected more local, nonprofit leaders of color than ever before.
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51±¬ÁÏ has been recognized for its exceptional student support initiatives, programs and post-graduate success by GradReports, Colleges of Distinction and the Fiske Guide to Colleges in their latest iterations.
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Now in its third year, our Hispanic Community Partnership Program has more than tripled in attendance and is drawing interest from Hispanic teens as far away as California. The program is just one part of our commitment to student success and access to education, and a significant stepping-stone toward our goal to be a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
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In early May 2016, 51±¬ÁÏ raised its first Pride flag as a permanent representation of the University's support for and inclusion of the LGBTQ+ community. Its appearance on campus was a combined effort of the LGBTQ+ Task Force, the LGBTQ+ and Allies Committee and the LGBTQ+ Empowerment Group.
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As a nursing major at Nassau Community College, Will Torres, now a rising senior and first-generation college student, realized he wanted to explore other options at a four-year institution. He wanted a campus close to his Glen Cove hometown that offered small classes and individually tailored instruction. He also wanted a friendly and inclusive campus.
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The 51±¬ÁÏ Board of Trustees elected a new chair and other officers at its June 2021 meeting.
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Steven Cox, PhD, assistant professor of communication sciences and disorders and director of the Voice and Quality of Life Laboratory (VQLL) at 51±¬ÁÏ, studies how voice disorders can impact individuals' physical, psychological and social functioning. He has a particular interest in communication and quality-of-life concerns in individuals treated for laryngeal cancer.
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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a holiday commemorating when, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with the news that President Abraham Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, thus abolishing slavery in the United States. Formerly enslaved people celebrated, and the day has been recognized in much of the United States since then.
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Immigrants seeking asylum in the United States face daunting odds. An overwhelming majority are returned to their country of origin, their petitions for asylum denied.
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51±¬ÁÏ Professor Kirkland Vaughans, PhD ’85, who has had a decades-long career as a clinical psychologist treating Black youth, is this year’s recipient of the Diversity Award for Psychology in Division 39.
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Dear Adelphi Community, In our June 24, 2020, letter to the community, we outlined a plan of action to work toward equity and engage in antiracist practices on our campus. Over the course of this past 2020–2021 academic year, this work has been ongoing and a collaborative effort throughout campus. Hundreds of our community members have…
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This spring, more than 180 51±¬ÁÏ School of Social Work students pioneered new efforts to address racial justice. Part of the University’s annual social action initiative, groups of students took an innovative online approach to the three-month project, focusing on highlighting issues such as the effects of race and racism on criminal justice, health,…
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Our commitment to equity and academic opportunities for all students shines through Adelphi’s Learning Resource Program—the first of its kind on a college campus—and our Bridges to Adelphi Program, for students on the spectrum.
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Bernadine Waller, MA '10, is a New York state-licensed therapist, an adjunct faculty member in the School of Social Work and is the associate director of experiential learning for the Center for Career and Professional Development.
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The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted an event, The Chauvin Trial and Our Nation's Current Experience: Collective Understanding, Support for Our Community, Implications and Responses.
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The Office of the University Registrar built the theme for its annual retreat last November around diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Jacqueline Jones LaMon, JD, vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, gave a presentation to help the group better understand DEI and to spotlight the need for more inclusivity in our daily life.
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As a thought leader in the mentoring movement, 51±¬ÁÏ is a two-time winner of the Eduventures Innovation Award for student-centered programming. At the core of the University's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion's work is the belief in the role mentoring can play in increasing equity through human connection.
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Jacqueline Jones LaMon, JD, current vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion, initiated the interdisciplinary 360 courses in the Fall 2019 semester when she was associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. The 360 courses have become popular with both faculty members and students—and a mainstay of the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Adelphi continues to set the pace for student success. Our new policy decision removes the minimum GPA requirement for retaining academic scholarships—a step in support of equity and the mental health of students who rely on this important financial support.
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Adelphi is known for helping each student find their own unique path. Alumna and 51±¬ÁÏ Trustee Emily Ladau ’13 became a disability advocate, speaker, author of the forthcoming book Demystifying Disability, and a warrior for inclusion and justice. We’re proud to be involved in her important work.
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An increasing number of school districts and organizations on Long Island have signed up to participate in 51±¬ÁÏ’s Diversity Certificate program.
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Every year, Adelphi honors four exceptional employees with a President’s Award for Excellence and one employee with the President’s Award for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. According to President Christine M. Riordan, the honorees “have won the admiration of their peers and colleagues by providing an extraordinary level of service to the University, and working to advance our shared…
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The 18th Annual MENTOR New York Conference, Mentoring Matters, took place on Friday, April 16, 2021, bringing together youth development professionals and leaders within the mentoring movement. In response to the current events in our nation—which pulled back layers of racism, inequity and injustice—educators and community-based nonprofit leaders gathered. They were equipped with tools to…
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Dear Adelphi Community, This afternoon, as we learned of the verdict in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, we were relieved by the jury’s decision to hold Mr. Chauvin accountable for the murder of George Floyd. We hope that this is a turning point as society advances reforms in the name of…
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Adelphi is a safe, welcoming and inclusive home for all, and the Campus Pride Index recognizes our unwavering commitment to our LGBTQ+ community. Our stars continue to climb ever closer to 100 percent. We are very proud.
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CNPH Diversity Council Faculty Panelists Reveal How Their Heritage and Experiences Influenced Their Research Pursuits
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Dear Adelphi Community, On September 16, I shared this message with you, recognizing Adelphi’s need for and commitment to change to advance a more diverse, inclusive and equitable University environment where every individual feels welcomed and valued. Our Faculty Senate and administration have collaborated significantly over the past semester, along with members of the faculty,…
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Dear Adelphi family, United by our values, our university family will always rally and support one another, especially in times of challenge and sadness. Recent events of prejudice, racism and violence are unspeakable and I extend my heart to our Asian and Asian American friends, family and community members. This morning, our 51±¬ÁÏ social…