ADELPHI UNIVERSITY M A G A Z I N E Fall 2005 Ruth S. Harley Remembered A New Adelphi.edu Preparing for the Real-Life E.R. 30 Years of Women’s Athletics Bob Hartwell Honored Adelphi’s making First-Generation their College Students andM Alumni ARK President Scott laughs with Chairman of the Board of Trustees Mike Campbell ’65 and Congressman Gregory W. Meeks ’75 at Matriculation 2005. A Message From the President 5 A Matter of President Scott presents the Ruth S. Harley President Scott dances with Distinguished Alumni Award to Jonathan Larson’s Jessica Montgomery ’05 at father at Commencement. the President’s Gala. Provost and Senior Vice President Marcia G. Welsh and President Scott Choice spend time with Ruth S. Harley ’24, ’50 (Hon.) Adelphi is a dream factory, where students’ dreams and ambitions are encour- aged and nurtured. Yet, like other institutions, Adelphi faces choices. We must balance priorities while remaining true to our heritage and traditions. I frequently hear from alumni and friends about how important it is that Adelphi continues to create opportunities for those who are the first in their families to attend college. As you will read in this issue, this historic charge remains a prior- ity for the University and a cornerstone of our longevity and success. We also consider ourselves successful if those who were the first in their fami- lies to attend college decide to send their children here. Such generational ties Chairman of the Board of Trustees Mike Campbell ’65 emphasize that a university instills pride in its graduates and offers an education worthy of their children and grandchildren. with student James Samuels Just as we face crucial choices in admissions, we face choices everyday in creating an enriching campus environment for our Adelphi University Trustees with Commencement guests President Scott gives a enrolled students. For example, we balance the priority for faculty research, which can lead to institutional prestige, with a high-five at the Janet L. commitment to teaching and transforming students’ lives. We encourage our faculty to pursue scholarship so that they stay Ficke Golf Outing. at the forefront of their fields while transmitting new knowledge and the thrill of discovery to their students. For decades, Adelphi has had competitive athletic programs. Today, we continue to support our student athletes, encourag- ing them to thrive in the classroom as well as on the playing field. We choose to participate in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II because of its emphasis on student well-being and regional competitions and rivalries. In recent years, our teams have won national and regional championships, a source of pride for our students and alumni, while receiving accolades from the NCAA for academic accomplishments. We choose a balance that celebrates sport and nurtures student athletes. Along with the Board of Trustees, our talented faculty, fellow administrators, and alumni, I am committed to finding the right balance among our many priorities to ensure that Adelphi remains the school of choice for first-generation as well as fifth-generation students. President Scott with students President Scott at Orientation 2005 congratulates a student Thank you. at Commencement 2005. Robert A. Scott, President 6 University News Fall 2005 Dean Patrick Coonan ’78, Provost Marcia G. Welsh, and President Robert A Scott with Hall of Fame honorees: Jerry Landsberg; Gladys Clemmensen (who accepted the honor for Justina Eisenhauer Mickiewicz ’47); and Kathleen Gallo, Ph.D. ’94, M.B.A. ’97. Editor’s Note More News than University News We Can Print By Bonnie Eissner Editor-in-Chief One of the greatest joys and biggest challenges of being an editor is deciding which stories to print. There are so many. Log on to a New www.adelphi.edu Recognizing Nursing Leaders Our cover article profiles five students and alumni who took the chance their parents never had to attend college. Their stories of ambition and overcoming In June 2005, at a moving ceremony at the Garden obstacles are representative of the hundreds of similar ones that Adelphi’s first- Prospective students from Amsterdam to City Hotel, the School of Nursing honored three generation college students and alumni can tell. new Hall of Fame members—Kathleen Gallo Ph.D. Amityville can decide if Adelphi is the school ’94, M.B.A. ’97, senior vice president and chief Faculty and students continue to enrich Adelphi’s academic life with their for them. Current students now conduct library learning officer of North Shore Jewish Health passion, creativity, and thirst for understanding. This issue’s Faculty Focus System; Jerry Landsberg, chairman of the board of section spotlights two School of Nursing faculty members, Kristine Qureshi research without setting foot in Swirbul. directors of the Parker Jewish Institute for Health and Elizabeth Cohn, who are leveraging their professional backgrounds and research interests to create new programs in such high-demand areas as acute Professionals can take Adelphi continuing Care and Rehabilitation; and posthumously Justina Eisenhauer Mickiewicz ’47, former Adelphi School care and emergency nursing. They embody the devotion of Adelphi faculty education courses in their pajamas. of Nursing faculty member and director of student to exploring their fields, engaging minds, and preparing students for success. relations. All were selected for exemplifying the New York State Senator Malcolm A. Smith, an M.B.A student who is pro- All thanks to WWW.ADELPHI.EDU dual commitment to their profession and communi- filed in the University News section, shares a version of the story that many ty service that the School of Nursing nurtures Adelphi graduate—and undergraduate—students can tell about deciding to among its students and faculty. go back to school to challenge their intellect and advance their careers. His genuine interest in his professors’ expertise and determination to apply what he is learning to his job is impressive, and echoed in the stories of similarly Just as with commerce and the media, the Alumni can find local chapters, learn curious and driven students. Web is transforming higher education. about benefits and services, and update Honoring President Today, an inviting, easy-to-navigate, and the University on their own news— Costello We can share with you a few of the many triumphs of Adelphi athletes and powerful Web site is essential for a universi- including address changes—and accom- coaches, snippets of the vast generosity of alumni and friends, and bytes of alum- ty’s success. plishments. Students can track their As a posthumous honor to former presi- ni accomplishments. In short, there are so many tales we could, and would love progress toward graduation or access dent Timothy W. Costello, Adelphi dedi- to, tell. The ones here are representative vignettes in the larger Adelphi story. Adelphi has made updating its Web site message boards on the Adelphi portal to cated the Timothy W. Costello Room in a priority. Over the last two years, the “talk” with professors or arrange carpool March 2005. Furnished as a library, the Happy reading and continue to share with us your news. site has undergone a significant face lift rides. Faculty can create personal profiles stately wood-paneled room in Adelphi’s to make it more robust, easier to navi- and review class rosters. Alumni House is decorated with Dr. gate, and more reflective of Adelphi’s Costello’s desk, books, and papers from vibrant campus life. The ongoing redesign is part of the his tenure as president and will serve as a A Family Affair, President Costello’s family gathers for University’s continuing efforts to ensure venue for receptions, dinners, and semi- room dedication in his honor. We welcome your thoughts and comments. Please address letters to: With the click of a mouse, you can check the highest level of technology services. Bonnie Eissner, editor-in-chief, nars. On hand to celebrate the room’s The room commemorates his distinguished leader- the University calendar for upcoming cul- Log on often for news, events, and new Adelphi University Magazine, Adelphi University, opening were Dr. Costello’s children— ship of Adelphi from 1972–1985; his commitment tural events or make a gift online. Find out features. Stay connected with Adelphi Levermore Hall, Room 205, One South Avenue, P.O. Box 701 including his son Peter, a member of the to higher education; and his deep connection with what’s new in your school or college and at WWW.ADELPHI.EDU. Garden City, NY 11530, Adelphi faculty—and grandchildren. Adelphi students, alumni, and faculty. sign up for a lecture. Follow the Panthers or email [email protected]. on their road to victory. Letters may be edited for publication. 8 University News Fall 2005 Taking A Critical Look at A Missive from a the U.N. at 60 Last March, diplomats, scholars, journalists, and members of the non-governmental organization community gathered at Adelphi Difficult Mission for a timely day-long conference, “Threats, Challenges, and Change: Collective Security Not one to shrink from a challenge, Distinguished Visiting Professor the country...where two brutal massacres had taken and the United Nations at 60.” U.N. Deputy place recently...It was horrible and extremely Secretary-General Louise Fréchette gave is currently serving as chief of the United Nations Pierre Schori emotional to see the effects of the massacre. It the keynote address. “This world-class con- mission in Côte d’Ivoire. Hand picked last spring by Secretary reminded me of other visits to devastated villages ference reflects Adelphi’s commitment as a and meetings with traumatized human beings in non-governmental organization to heighten- General Kofi Annan, Mr. Schori is leading one of the U.N.’s largest the Balkans and Central America.