Adelphi University

Marty Lyons, will visit Adelphi University to share his story, goals, and values.

Suzanne Farrell, celebrated ballerina, teacher, former New York City Ballet dancer, and founder and artistic director of The Suzanne Farrell Ballet company, will receive an honorary doctor of fine arts degree from Adelphi University.

The Honorable Ruth C. Balkin ’73 will receive an honorary doctor of laws degree from Adelphi University at its 115th Commencement on Friday, May 20, 2011.

Geoffrey Palmer ’61 will receive the Ruth Stratton Harley Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award from Adelphi University at its 115th Commencement on Friday, May 20, 2011.

Adelphi University is proud to welcome Grace Pilcer M.A. ’79, Ph.D. ’84 to its Board of Trustees.

Adelphi University dedicated the centerpiece of its outdoor stadium complex, now known as Motamed Field, to esteemed alumnus Mr. Thomas F. Motamed for his contined support for the University.

On May 20, 2011 at Adelphi University's 115th Commencement ceremony, award-winning, Haitian-born novelist Edwidge Danticat will receive an honorary doctor of human letters degree.

On April 13, the Nassau County School Wellness Coalition will host a panel at Adelphi University concerning ways in which community members can help schools implement new federal wellness policies.

International conductor and Adelphi Associate Professor Christopher Lyndon-Gee will have a homecoming when he returns to the podium in the Concert Hall of the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center on Friday, April 8, 2011, at 8:00 p.m.

An innovative ensemble of twelve has created a devised piece of theatre that commemorates the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire of 1911.