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Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health, has joined the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees.

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I am thrilled to share more exciting news regarding the governance and future of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Healthcare visionary and social impact leader Michael Dowling, CEO Emeritus of Northwell Health, has officially joined our Board of Trustees. Michael’s remarkable career spans global leadership roles in healthcare, public policy and crisis management. During his…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, On the morning of September 11, 2001, I was exactly where many of you will be tomorrow: in an ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ classroom. At the time, I was serving as a New York state senator, but I was also an adjunct faculty member here, teaching a political science course. When I received a call…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I am thrilled to share some exciting news about one of our distinguished alumni who is making an incredible impact in our community. The ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees appointed Leonard C. Achan ‘99, MA, RN, ANP, as our new board chair following a special meeting in July, taking over from Trustee…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Cheung-Gaffney, JD, as ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ’s general counsel, as well as the formal establishment of the Office of Legal Affairs. This strategic shift to internal legal counsel was one of my first priorities after taking office in June. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ has traditionally relied on outsourced…

Bruce A. Jones ’82, PhD, LeeAnn Black ’83, Kristopher Amplo ’00 and Walter P. Schmidt ’84 bring decades of experience as leaders in higher education, law, business and finance to the University’s board.

Before becoming the 11th president of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, board of trustees chair Michael Balboni ’81, JD, sat down with ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ students in a TikTok series that won national recognition—and earned thousands of views.

ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ’s Class of 2026 crossed the stage at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, in two commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 21. Surrounded by family and friends, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ undergraduate and graduate students from all eight of the University’s schools and colleges celebrated their milestones and achievements.

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I write to you today with a profound sense of gratitude, excitement and humility. It is the honor of a lifetime to be selected as the 11th president of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. I want to extend my deepest thanks to the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees, Acting Chair William Fuessler and the Presidential…

The ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Michael Balboni ’81, JD, a distinguished leader in government, public safety and the private sector, as the University’s 11th president. Balboni will officially take the helm on June 1, 2026

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, As we open our doors for Spring 2026, I hope you are feeling rejuvenated and ready for a great semester ahead. Whether you are returning to campus, joining us for the first time or logging in online, welcome to ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ! Over the next few months, I encourage you to take…

Dear Members of the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I’m pleased to share an update with the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ community as the Presidential Search Committee continues its work. The process is moving on time and on track, and we’re encouraged by a strong, impressive slate of candidates. The committee met recently to review our progress and begin a…

After 18 years at ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, one of New York State’s most lauded private universities, Interim President Christopher Storm knows a thing or two about preparing students for the workplace.

Dear Students, Faculty and Staff, Nearly 400 ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ students currently rely on federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to meet their basic food needs. With reports that these benefits could be halted as soon as November 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown, many in our community may soon face serious food insecurity. We…

ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ officially launched the national search for its 11th President this week, welcoming applicants from across the nation to consider leading this U.S. News & World Report Best College.

ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ has once again been recognized among the nation’s top institutions in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Colleges rankings, with the undergraduate nursing program making one of the most significant gains in recent years.

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I’m saddened to share the news that ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees Member Emerita Angela Jaggar ‘62, MA ‘65, PhD, passed away on Monday, September 1, 2025. Remembered fondly for her intellect, generosity and warmth, Angela’s transformative impact on the University and our students will endure for generations to come. She served…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, The Board of Trustees has begun the process to identify and select ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ’s next president. We are seeking a visionary leader who understands the mission of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ and appreciates its distinguished legacy, is able to balance the needs of students, faculty and staff, while recognizing that change has come for…

This recognition highlights Dr. Christopher Storm’s significant contributions to education and commitment to shaping the future of learning.

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, Please join us in welcoming Jennifer M. Lancaster, PhD, to ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ as the new dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS) and executive director of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ’s Manhattan Center—a dual role requiring innovative and experienced leadership to meet the needs of modern students and working professionals. Dr. Lancaster will begin…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I’m pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Dinan, PhD, as interim provost of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Dr. Dinan has served as dean of the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Honors College since 2019, and her thoughtful and strategic leadership in this role has consistently diversified recruitment and strengthened student success. As interim provost, Dr. Dinan…

Dear Panthers, Let me be the first to welcome you to a new year at ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ, where we offer limitless opportunities for students to explore both academic and personal interests—and grow as people, professionals and citizens of the world. I’m proud to serve as the interim president of the extraordinary University you have made…

Dear members of the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ community, I am honored that ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ’s Board of Trustees has called upon me to serve the institution as interim president. I accept this role with a deep sense of responsibility and commitment to our shared mission. ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ is a strong community, comprising thousands of current students, a dedicated and…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, After ten years leading the University, Dr. Christine M. Riordan is concluding her service as the 10th president of ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. During her tenure, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ has been elevated to become a nationally recognized, modern metropolitan university. Dr. Riordan spearheaded the development of the University’s Momentum and Momentum 2 strategic plans with…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, For nearly 130 years, ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ has weathered change with resilience and integrity. This spring, as shifting federal policies have impacted higher education, our mission has become even more meaningful. We transform the lives of all students by creating a distinctive environment of intellectual rigor, research, creativity and deep community engagement. We…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, As the holiday season arrives, I want to take a moment to reflect on the year we’ve shared and express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for what you bring to the ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ family. Our story is filled with countless examples of what makes our community special. Together, we’ve overcome challenges…

Dear ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Community, I’m saddened to inform you that former ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ Board of Trustees Member Thomas J. Donohue, MBA ‘65, ‘98 (Hon.), passed away on October 14, 2024, at the age of 86. Tom is remembered as a dedicated family man, friend and mentor who built a widely respected presence in the business and…