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��Ƶ’s Health and Nursing Graduate Programs Recognized for Excellence, Rapid Growth in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

cscala — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:57:24 +0000

The recently announced rankings highlight a period of significant reputational growth for ��’s health disciplines, marked by sustained academic excellence.

��’s Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology Clinical Psychology graduate program surged an impressive 49 spots in this year’s rankings, while the Speech-Language Pathology program in the University’s Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences jumped 33 positions. These rapidly rising programs join the perennially strong graduate nursing programs in ��’s College of Nursing and Public Health, which remain securely positioned in the top 13.5 percent of all accredited graduate nursing programs nationwide.

“These latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report are a testament to the exceptional caliber of our faculty, the dedication of our students and the profound impact our alumni are making in healthcare and clinical settings,” said Susan Dinan, PhD, ��’s interim provost. “The dramatic rise in our health program rankings, which are driven by peer assessment, demonstrates that our commitment to academic innovation and clinical excellence is recognized by our academic peers across the country.”

Rapid Ascent in the Health Professions

Methodology for the U.S. News Best Graduate Health Programs ranking is based on peer assessment surveys, reflecting how academic leaders nationwide view the quality of Adelphi’s programs. Adelphi saw notable improvements across the board, including:

Clinical Psychology: Ranked No. 127, an extraordinary climb of 49 positions
Speech-Language Pathology: Ranked No. 165, an impressive rise of 33 positions
Audiology (as part of the Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium): Ranked No. 49, an improvement of nine spots

Sustained Excellence in Graduate Nursing Education

The ��Ƶ College of Nursing and Public Health continues to be a premier destination for advanced nursing education. The U.S. News Best Graduate Master’s Nursing list places Adelphi at No. 87, ensuring that the program remains in the top 13.5 percent of accredited graduate nursing programs nationwide. ��’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is newly ranked this year on the outlet’s DNP list, expanding the University’s footprint in doctoral-level nursing excellence, and the Master of Public Health is also ranked.

Recognition in Graduate Business

��’s Robert B. Willumstad School of Business also maintained its national presence in the Part-Time MBA rankings. Additionally, U.S. News significantly expanded its Graduate Business Subspecialty Rankings for 2026—growing from a pool of roughly 40 schools to more than 275 institutions per list—with Adelphi earning a placement for providing competitive, specialized business education relative to a newly broadened field of national peers.

Expanding Graduate Education at the New Manhattan Center

The momentum of the University’s graduate programs extends to the heart of New York City with the launch of ��’s new on Fifth Avenue. Designed to align advanced degrees with high-demand careers, the center offers specialized programs—including an Accelerated BS in Nursing, a Flex MBA, and an MS in AI and Machine Learning—to address critical workforce needs in the metropolitan area. To celebrate and support students joining these inaugural cohorts, the University has introduced the $10,000 Manhattan Advantage Award. This specialized funding reflects ��’s investment in launching premier programs in New York City, providing dedicated financial support to ensure graduate students have the resources to pursue graduate studies that will help them lead the modern workforce.

Continued National Distinction

These latest graduate rankings build upon ��’s broader success in institutional evaluations. The University is consistently recognized as a Best National University and a Top Performer on Social Mobility by , reflecting a deep dedication to student success and equitable access to higher education. This year, Adelphi was ranked the top private university on Long Island by , and the University consistently earns prominent distinctions from , and for its exceptional academic quality, strong career outcomes and commitment to overall value.

Learn more about ��’s rankings, accolades and awards.

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More Voices, More Visions: Research Day Expands Its Horizons

cscala — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:00:17 +0000

��’s 23rd annual Research Day, formally known as the Scholarship and Creative Works Conference, is expanding in both scope and size this year, encompassing more disciplines and presentations than ever before. On April 28, students, faculty, family, alumni and community members will gather at the Ruth S. Harley University Center to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of hundreds of Adelphi students.

Along with a wide range of e-posters, exhibits and oral presentations from students in the sciences, social sciences and humanities, this year’s Research Day will introduce new events with a particular emphasis on the arts and creative projects, including a 24-Hour Play Festival from theater majors and thesis presentations from art majors.

This year’s conference also offers another exciting first: a keynote address delivered by a Nobel laureate, William G. Kaelin, Jr., MD, the Sidney Farber Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, senior physician-scientist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator. Dr. Kaelin received the . He also recently endowed a scholarship at Adelphi in honor of his mother, who graduated from Adelphi in 1954.

We spoke with Research Day co-chairs Karolina Lempert, PhD, assistant professor in the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology, and Wei Liu, PhD, associate professor in the College of Nursing and Public Health, to learn more about the exciting new developments to the conference and ��’s commitment to showcasing student-led research.

What are some of the new additions to Research Day this year, particularly those focused on the arts?

Dr. Lempert: For the 24-Hour Play Festival, theater students will write, direct and act in 10-minute plays based on abstracts of research that will be presented at the conference. They’ll receive the abstracts the day before the conference and will only have 24 hours to create and rehearse them before performing in the University Center (UC) ballroom from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This will be a different kind of presentation and it definitely involves more of the arts, which has generally been less represented at the conference.

Dr. Liu: Another new addition is the Senior Art Gallery Presentations. David Pierce, assistant professor of art and art history, will have seven students present their graduating theses in the UC art gallery from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. While we’ve had students display their art in past conferences, this year, they’re going to be there so they can converse and discuss their work with attendees. We’re also going to have anthropology students from two different culture and society classes display photos from their midterm assignments.

Are these new events the result of an effort to incorporate more creative disciplines in Research Day?

Dr. Liu: Adelphi has always tried to promote interdisciplinary collaboration with the conference, but inevitably there are some departments that have less representation. We’re very lucky to have worked with Laura Mroz [associate director of executive communications], who played a critical role in conducting outreach to other departments.

Dr. Lempert: There’s a norm in the sciences of presenting posters at conferences, while arts students have other ways that they display their work. So I think changing that culture and showcasing arts and humanities may take some time, but this is the start of the effort. This year, we’ll have the biggest representation from those fields so far.

How is Adelphi engaging local high school students as part of the conference?

Dr. Liu: For the first time, we’ll be hosting a for a chance to win a full-tuition scholarship to Adelphi. The admissions office, which is sponsoring the competition, is encouraging high school juniors from research classes to submit their abstracts to be presented on conference day. We’ll have judges at the conference who will review their work and select the winner.

How else will the Research Day conference be larger in scope this year?

Dr. Liu: We received approximately 350 abstract submissions—100 more than we usually receive. This marks increased submissions in every single category, including e-posters, oral presentations and computer science exhibits. While we used to host computer science and gaming exhibitions in the charter room on the second floor of the UC, this year, we’ll actually use a bigger space on the first floor to accommodate more participants.

Dr. Lempert: This is also the first year we expanded the event out to the entire UC—not just the second floor—and I think that it will only keep growing.

What are your plans for Research Day going forward?

Dr. Liu: If this year’s conference is a success and we receive positive feedback, we can do even more outreach and incorporate more disciplines next year. We’re also hoping to receive abstracts for new presentation types, such as humanities panel presentations and film presentations.

What do you hope students and attendees take away from Research Day?

Dr. Lempert: I hope the conference empowers students to do research of their own and to engage in their own creative work. I also hope it brings students closer together and helps them see that research is for everyone.

Dr. Liu: I really want students and faculty to take away the message that Adelphi promotes a strong community, and we encourage collaboration and inclusiveness. When we gather post-conference feedback from our presenters, we always hear that they appreciate people outside their own disciplines coming to see their posters or listen to their presentations. It’s just really encouraging, this knowledge-sharing among students and faculty across disciplines.

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��’s New Manhattan Center: Helping NYC Meet Its Workforce Needs

cscala — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:11:55 +0000

��’s Manhattan Center is coming to New York City with a mission: to prepare career-minded adults for leadership roles in fields the city needs and depends on.

Opening in early summer at the corner of Fifth Avenue and 44th Street, the Manhattan Center is offering graduate and professional programs in nursing, technology, business, education, social work, human resources and creative writing.

All courses at the conveniently located center are designed to fit the schedule of busy working adults. The 51,000-square-foot space includes smart classrooms, healthcare and science labs, library, computer and STEAM labs, private study spaces, and a student lounge.

Learning will extend beyond the center’s walls, as students can take advantage of ��’s connections to nearby Fortune 500 companies, healthcare organizations and community partners for internships, clinical rotations and employment opportunities.

The Manhattan Center will open with these highly sought-after programs that address the city’s workforce needs:

The center will also offer doctoral programs in Learning Sciences and Global Higher Education Leadership during its launch year.

Learn more about these programs—and their value to students and to New York City—from their respective academic leaders:

Accelerated BS in Nursing

Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12

Betty L. Forest Dean, College of Nursing and Public Health

The decision to lead the new Manhattan Center with our Accelerated BS in Nursing program reflects our commitment to health and wellness of populations across the lifespan. The nursing shortage has continued to be cyclical due to myriad factors. Although the outlook in New York has improved, we are still experiencing a shortage that supports the need to prepare a high-caliber pipeline of professional, caring, dedicated RNs. Leveraging our strategic location, students can gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art simulation center and New York City’s diverse clinical settings, bridging the gap between theory and practice. Students will complete their coursework in just 15 months in the heart of New York, taught by expert and compassionate faculty—and the average starting salary for our graduates is over $100,000. The program’s history of exceptional NCLEX performance proves that while the pace is accelerated, the quality of our nursing education and our students remains second to none.

MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Kees Leune, PhD

Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

��Ƶ’s mission to graduate job-ready students extends into the Manhattan Center. By relocating the existing MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program to the new center, we leverage the depth and the breadth of the best New York City has to offer. The center will be used as a base for expanding industry partnerships and for improving access to this program for students who work in the city during the day but wish to pursue a graduate degree after hours. Adelphi’s Manhattan location is also ideally situated for students traveling by public transportation.

Flex MBA, Advanced Certificate in Business Analytics

Raghida Abdallah Yassine, PhD

Assistant Professor and Academic Director, MBA programs, Robert B. Willumstad School of Business

New York City maintains its status as a worldwide business center, which leads companies to search for employees who demonstrate adaptability, analytical abilities and strong leadership skills in the face of rapidly changing technologies. The Manhattan Center’s graduate business programs provide flexible educational paths that combine essential business skills with analytical and technological expertise. Our Flex MBA and Business Analytics certificate are designed to prepare graduates not just for today’s jobs, but for the future of work.

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Joanne Corbin, PhD

Dean, School of Social Work

The ��Ƶ School of Social Work is excited about our move from Brooklyn to the new Manhattan Center in August 2026. This increases accessibility to our program’s course offerings and positions students at the center of one of the nation’s most dynamic social work markets.

The profession of social work continues to be in demand, with positions projected to grow by six percent over the next decade in New York—exceeding the rate for all other occupations. Social workers with a master’s degree in social work (an MSW) may work across diverse settings, including healthcare, behavioral health, mental health, substance abuse and school social work. They have opportunities to work with individuals across the developmental lifespan, from young children to older adults. Employment opportunities span all major segments of the economy—healthcare, education, community services, vocational rehabilitation, nursing and residential care, and government agencies.

Social work’s mission is to improve the conditions of life for individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations. At the ��Ƶ School of Social Work, we prepare students to promote social justice and human rights for a diverse society by addressing unmet and emergent needs and by promoting equity in access, information and provision of services. We look forward to inviting new students to join us at the Manhattan Center in achieving this mission.

MA in STEAM Education–Math, Science, Computer Science

Tracy Hogan, PhD

Professor, The School of Education, Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences

In our programs, students will learn creative methods of using art and design concepts to increase learning in STEM classes. ��Ƶ has partnered with New York City Public Schools for decades—a relationship that has grown stronger since establishing our STEAM MA teacher preparation program in New York City. As NYC schools—and New York State more broadly—face a persistent shortage of certified teachers in computer science, mathematics and the sciences, our program has responded and is positioned to do even more through our expanded presence and new space in the city. With more than $4 million in grant funding through the , Adelphi supports and prepares teacher candidates entering the program, while also offering traditional certification pathways and a non-certification MA. What makes our Manhattan-based model distinctive is its integration of collaborative spaces like and our new makerspace, which bring educators, researchers and community partners together around research-supported STEAM teaching and learning.

MFA in Creative Writing

René Steinke

Professor, Department of English, and Director of the MFA in Creative Writing Program

The Low-Residency MFA in Creative Writing Program offers week-long intensive residencies and semester-long creative mentorships with faculty who are award-winning, acclaimed authors and devoted teachers. The residencies are held at the Manhattan Center, offering students a chance to explore the literary richness of the city. At each residency, MFA students meet with authors, editors, literary agents and representatives from the many literary nonprofits that sustain the cultural life of New York City. The residency, which precedes each semester, is the anchor for the curriculum and a crucial part of the program’s design. The hybrid nature of a low-residency MFA program is one of its major draws for our students, and it’s where a lively community of writers thrives. Many of our students work full-time in their professions, but have decided they want to be part of an academic program that helps them to seriously pursue their goals for writing. Until now, residencies have been housed at the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn, and the student responses to the curriculum and to the residency experience have been overwhelmingly positive.

We offer concentrations in fiction, poetry and creative nonfiction, with workshops that culminate in the final course, when students complete a book-length manuscript. Our program focuses intently on craft, with an emphasis on revision and close reading.

MA in General Psychology–HR Management

Errol Rodriguez, PhD

Assistant Dean, Director of Master’s Degree Programs in General Psychology and Mental Health Counseling, Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

We decided to bring the master’s degree program in general psychology with a concentration in human resource management to the new Manhattan Center to participate in the evolution of work and to promote all that we have learned about psychology and wellness in the workplace. It is clear, given the high demand in industries and sectors, as well as the influence of AI, that work is rapidly changing. New York, being the epicenter of work and the hustle and bustle of city life, is prime real estate for our flagship program training psychologically skilled HR professionals. The program draws on expertise from our renowned faculty in psychology and business, with the goal of translating psychological principles and concepts into business applications. By training with us in the heart of the city, we aim to influence both current and aspiring human resource professionals. Using psychology as the foundational anchor of the training, we believe our graduates will lead with empathy, hire with vision, and have a unique voice in the transformation of work life in New York City and globally.

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��Ƶ’s Online MPH Named Among Top Online MPH Degree Programs by The Princeton Review

tshah — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:44:58 +0000

This year, once again, the media outlet has included Adelphi on its list of the , highlighting its excellence in preparing public health leaders through rigorous, accessible online education.

Offered through ��’s highly ranked College of Nursing and Public Health, the online MPH curriculum is fully accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health and designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to address pressing public health challenges locally and globally. The program emphasizes health equity, community-focused solutions and real-world application through fieldwork and a capstone project, all delivered through flexible online study.

“We are honored to be included among the best online MPH programs by The Princeton Review,” said Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, the Betty L. Forest Dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health. “This recognition reflects our faculty’s commitment to excellence, our emphasis on health equity and practical experience, and our belief that accessible, high-quality public health education is essential for preparing professionals who will lead change in communities around the world.”

The MPH program, which is offered both online and at ��’s Garden City, New York, campus, prepares graduates for careers in epidemiology, health policy, program management, community health and other high-impact roles in public health practice and leadership. With personalized instruction, robust career services and a strong emphasis on serving underserved populations, the program offers the flexibility and support students need to succeed in today’s dynamic healthcare landscape.

According to The Princeton Review, “online MPH programs have become as rigorous as on-campus programs and offer several advantages. These include flexibility, affordability, access to advanced technologies, a diverse student body, and global opportunities. Students can learn at their own pace, save money, interact with a range of professionals, and gain exposure to diverse global perspectives on public health issues. The master of public health degree may be a rewarding choice for those seeking better job prospects and/or higher salaries in public and private sectors, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and international health bodies.”

A 12-credit online graduate certificate in Public Health is also in development.

See more information about Adelphi’s o�� in-person Master of Public Health programs and learn how to apply.

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Leading the Longevity Revolution at Adelphi’s College of Nursing and Public Health

ahassan — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:53:23 +0000

The aging of the baby boom generation is generating a boom in the need for nurses trained in geriatric care. The ��Ƶ College of Nursing and Public Health is not only responding aggressively to this need, but also leading the way in developing programs to train students to provide both acute and long-term care across the patient lifespan.

“With the population living longer and the onset of new diseases, older people may become vulnerable. Managing patients with comorbidities demands more care and more specialized care,” said Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health. “In the current landscape, there are myriad job opportunities for nurses and advanced-practice nurses in long-term care. Our healthcare partners frequently reach out to share these opportunities and the challenges they face in filling some of these positions.”

The College’s increasing focus on longevity is attracting attention and support, including a $54,000 grant from New York-based nonprofit Aging in America, Inc. to enhance education in gerontology and geriatric care. This grant will open up new opportunities for immersive learning in ��’s undergraduate nursing program as well as graduate, doctoral and certificate programs in adult gerontology for nurse practitioners.

This work scales beyond the College of Nursing and Public Health, too. ��’s School of Social Work and Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences are hosting forums, offering fellowships and pioneering research in the evolving field of aging.

Where Nursing Students Learn Skills—and Compassion—for Older Adults

The Aging in America grant will support equipment upgrades to ��’s Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL), along with faculty training and curriculum development. Most notably, it will introduce a new resident to the lab: a geriatric manikin—complete with realistic wrinkles, joint stiffness and simulated emotions—which students will use to engage in simulation-based learning scenarios that enhance their skills.

“By including geriatric scenarios and simulation manikins that realistically portray older adults, students can practice assessing, communicating with and caring for elderly patients in a safe and controlled environment,” said Anthony Egan, director of the simulation lab.

The geriatric manikin will join ��’s current manikins representing infants, children, and young and middle-aged adults—allowing students to simulate compassionate care across the entire lifespan. For example, students can use the geriatric manikin to prepare for clinical assignments in long-term care facilities like rehab centers. They can practice transferring and positioning older patients, performing hygiene care with sensitivity, and safely responding to high-risk scenarios like falls.

A University-Wide Focus on Aging and Longevity

Beyond the field of nursing, the School of Social Work offers a unique resource that prepares students to assist an aging population: the Goidel Gerontology Fellowship in Social Work, the first of its kind in New York state. The fellowship includes a $2,000 stipend, electives focused on gerontological care, monthly colloquia with guest speakers, and opportunities to gain field experience.

“We need to prepare our students for the world of work they will be facing as professionals,” said Daniel Kaplan, PhD, associate professor of social work. “Teaching them to deal with an aging population has benefits that help all of our society.”

The College of Education and Health Sciences and its Institute of Lifelong Wellbeing and Longevity is hosting a leadership forum on successful aging and longevity in April 2026. In the full-day workshop, global experts will discuss everything from cognitive health and loneliness to innovation in the science of aging. Hariklia Proios, PhD, professor and chair of the College of Education and Health Sciences Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, will share information about her efforts as president of the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE) and its programs supporting stroke education and early detection.

The forum event ties in with recent research at the College of Nursing and Public Health that tackles a complex question: What does “successful aging” look like, and how can we achieve it? After interviewing 175 adults over the age of 65, the research team found that staying socially and mentally active will increase positive health outcomes. And, to ensure successful aging, care environments must focus on older adults’ specific social and physiological needs.

As Professor Marilyn Klainberg ’63, MS ’77, EdD, first author on the article, which appeared in the July 2025 issue of The Journal of the New York State Nurses Association, said: “Our role as nurses and educators is to help older adults find ways to stay engaged, whether that’s joining an organization, going to the library or getting out to see friends. Now we have more data to explain why.”

Looking ahead, the College of Nursing and Public Health will continue advancing its work in this evolving field and providing students with next-level resources to further their careers.

“By introducing the geriatric manikins, in particular, we are hoping to get more nursing students interested in gerontology and research in older adults,” said Dr. Hunt.

Since one in six people will be over 60 in just four years, Adelphi nurses will be providing leadership in an essential area of healthcare—helping people live longer, healthier lives.

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��Ƶ Achieves Global Recognition in Times Higher Education 2026 Subject Rankings

ahassan — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:39:37 +0000

This marks the third-straight year of honors for the latter three subjects, with psychology and education leading the University’s performance in the .

“This recognition demonstrates ��’s commitment to academic excellence and our contributions to globally significant research and professional practice,” said Christopher Storm, PhD, ��Ƶ’s interim president. “I’m tremendously proud to see the quality of our teaching and the impact of our scholarly work ranked alongside the best institutions of higher education in the world.”

Building a Legacy of Excellence: ��’s Consistent Global Standing

THE evaluates universities using 18 performance indicators across five pillars: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry engagement and international outlook, providing a comprehensive view of academic and research excellence. ��’s ranking places it among the top 1,200 universities worldwide, out of more than 25,000 institutions.

The THE subject rankings follow ��’s recognition as one of the world’s most prestigious universities in THE’s World University Rankings in 2026 for the fourth consecutive year. Adelphi is the only private university on Long Island to make this list of more than 2,000 institutions from 115 countries and territories.

See more information about ��’s awards and recognitions.

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In Memoriam: Patrick Coonan ’78, EdD, Dean Emeritus, College of Nursing and Public Health

cscala — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:58:52 +0000

Dr. Coonan served as dean of the from 2004 until his retirement in 2017, a period marked by extraordinary growth and transformation. When he assumed the role, what was then called the ��Ƶ School of Nursing enrolled 465 students and was supported by 13 faculty members. Under his steady and inspired leadership, the program expanded to more than 1,300 students and 40 faculty, reflecting both rising demand for ��’s nursing programs and Dr. Coonan’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and student success.

A true architect of progress, Dr. Coonan envisioned nursing education as interdisciplinary and forward-looking. During his tenure, the School expanded beyond nursing to include programs in public health, healthcare informatics, nutrition and emergency management, culminating in its renaming as the College of Nursing and Public Health on June 1, 2013. This evolution positioned Adelphi at the forefront of preparing healthcare professionals to meet the complex needs of communities locally and globally.

One of Dr. Coonan’s most enduring legacies is the Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL), a state-of-the-art facility located in the Nexus Building on ��’s Garden City campus that he helped conceptualize and design. The center has transformed clinical education at Adelphi, providing students with innovative, hands-on learning experiences that emphasize safety, competence and confidence—experiences that continue to benefit graduates entering the nursing profession today.

Amy Coonan Coen ’16 and Chris Coen ’16 celebrated their wedding at Adelphi with family. Photo credit: Shelby Phillips

“Patrick was dean of the College when I was a doctoral student, and I experienced firsthand his unwavering support for students and faculty alike,” said Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, current dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health. “After I graduated, I continued to see him at University events, where his genuine interest in people and enduring commitment to Adelphi were always evident. Patrick’s leadership, kindness and belief in others left a lasting impression on me and on this institution.”

A proud Adelphi alumnus, Dr. Coonan embodied Panther pride throughout his life. His devotion to service and social justice was widely recognized, including being named a recipient of the , honoring his lifelong commitment to equity, compassion and leadership.

Beyond his impressive professional achievements, Dr. Coonan will be remembered as a mentor, advocate and trusted leader whose warmth, integrity and belief in ��’s mission left an indelible mark on the University.

Dr. Coonan’s devotion to Adelphi was shared deeply with his family, whose own lives and milestones are closely intertwined with the University. He was the proud father of Amy Coonan ’16, ’22, whose Adelphi journey reflects the values of service, compassion and resilience that defined her father’s life and work. Amy is the daughter of Dr. Coonan and Anita Coonan ’75, MS ’79, MA ’09, an educator and reading specialist, making Adelphi a multigenerational home for the Coonan family.

After Dr. Coonan suffered a heart attack in 2017 that resulted in a brain injury, Amy returned home to care for her father. The experience inspired her to pursue nursing, and she returned to Adelphi in 2020 to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, continuing her father’s lifelong commitment to healthcare, service and the Adelphi mission.

Patrick is survived by his wife Anita of 48 years, his son David, daughter Lauren, MA ’10, MBA ’17, son Phillip ’10 and daughter Amy.

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Responding to a Nursing Shortage: ��’s Accelerated Nursing Program

cscala — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:52:54 +0000

In just 15 months, students with bachelor’s degrees in almost any other subject can change their career—and their lives—by becoming nurses.

That’s the goal of ��’s Accelerated BS in Nursing (ABSN) program, launched in 2011. The program is helping to answer a critical need for nurses around New York, the tristate area and the nation.

From Any Bachelor’s Degree to a Nursing Degree

Some ABSN students might have undergraduate degrees in accounting or finance. Others might have studied to become social workers, artists or teachers. Whatever the case, these students can leverage critical-thinking skills from their previous degrees to help them transition into the healthcare field.

Graduates address a critical need for nurses, so starting salaries can climb to an impressive $110,000 in the New York metropolitan area.

The ABSN curriculum is highly competitive and rigorous, offering coursework that maintains the required credit hours and clinical experiences. Despite its shortened length, the ABSN program remains aligned with the prestigious standards of the and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Offered at the New Manhattan Center

��Ƶ is expanding its prestigious nursing program to the heart of New York City with the opening of its new Manhattan Center at 529 Fifth Avenue in Summer 2026, located just steps from Grand Central Station and other transit locations—a convenient commute for working professionals in New York City. Applications are already open for this program.

Manhattan Center nursing students will learn their craft in a cutting-edge simulation lab equipped with the latest medical technology and high-fidelity manikins, providing a safe environment for students to master clinical skills.

NCLEX Pass Rates at 100 Percent

So what happens after graduation? Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), a licensing exam for nurses, and enter professional practice in just 15 months. Irene Auteri ’79, PhD ’22, director of the ABSN program and assistant professor in the ��Ƶ College of Nursing and Public Health (CNPH), learned from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) that the NCLEX-RN pass rate for Adelphi’s ABSN nursing graduates has consistently been 100 percent for first-time test takers.

After acing the exam, ABSN graduates are employed at hospitals across the country, mostly in the tristate area. Adelphi nursing alumni work in all 50 states—in critical care, step-down units, emergency rooms and neonatal intensive care units. Some go on to obtain additional graduate degrees, such as a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA), MS in Healthcare Informatics or MS in Emergency Management.

Addressing a Perfect Storm in Nursing Today

Dr. Auteri describes a “perfect storm” currently facing the nursing profession. The most significant challenge, she notes, is the national nursing shortage: “The demand for care is outstripping the system’s ability to produce and retain clinicians.”

This crisis is compounded by an aging population requiring care over longer lifespans, while the nursing workforce itself is also graying. Recent Department of Labor statistics indicate that a vast portion of current nurses will reach retirement age within the next 10–15 years, taking decades of institutional knowledge with them.

Furthermore, a shortage of qualified faculty at nursing schools continues to limit enrollment, making accelerated pathways like the ABSN more critical than ever.

Answering the Call for More Nurses

“Recognizing the gravity of the Department of Labor’s projected 15-year nursing shortage, I have dedicated my first year as director to expanding our ABSN program enrollment,” she said. When the ABSN program began in 2011, the program only had 30 students. “While evaluating applications, I noticed that I would need to turn away perfectly qualified applicants to keep our class down to 30 students,” she noted. “That is when I approached the CNPH leadership team, and we decided to increase our enrollment to 60 students.”

The dean of the CNPH, Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, suggested increasing the number of students by admitting them to two entry terms each year. And 20 new students will begin the program in the Manhattan Center in Summer 2026. “This summer, for the first time, we will have four ABSN programs running at the same time. I am thrilled to lead the program into its next chapter of growth,” Dr. Auteri noted.

A Pivotal Moment in Nursing

Dr. Auteri joined the leadership team at a pivotal moment in both the country and in nursing. A native of Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Auteri decided to pursue nursing after a particularly harrowing incident in her youth. “I was the first on the scene of a motorcycle accident,” she said. “The realization that I lacked the skills to intervene in that critical moment defined my path.”

Dr. Auteri is an alumna of ��’s , where she graduated in 1979. She returned to her “academic home” in 2006, working as an adjunct professor. Dr. Auteri’s Adelphi roots run deep: Her husband, James W. Ferguson ’77, MPH ’15, MD, is an alumnus. Half a dozen of her cousins are too. Her family even received the very first Adelphi Alumni Legacy Award in 2009.

In 2026, she will celebrate 20 consecutive years with the CNPH.

Mentoring for Student Success

Expanding the ABSN program isn’t all that Dr. Auteri has done. Last year, she founded the Big Brother/Big Sister mentoring program, where seasoned students provide a road map for those just beginning their nursing journey. Twenty-five upperclassmen have already volunteered to serve as ‘big brothers/big sisters’ for Spring 2026.

“I am so proud of this community of Adelphi students,” said Dr. Auteri. “I’m grateful to play a role in their ongoing growth as healthcare leaders.”

Learn more at Virtual Info Sessions January 27, Feb 2, Feb 13 or Feb 26.

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Adelphi Nursing Achieves Outstanding 2025 NCLEX Pass Rates

ckatz — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:47:22 +0000

The College of Nursing and Public Health’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program graduates achieved a perfect 100 percent pass rate, and graduates of the traditional undergraduate nursing program attained 86.2 percent—preparing graduates to meet the urgent demand for skilled nurses in New York and beyond.

Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, dean of ��’s College of Nursing and Public Health, attributed the success to the dedication of faculty and students. “We are extremely proud of our 2025 NCLEX pass rates for first-time test takers in our accelerated and traditional nursing programs,” Dr. Hunt said. “These results reflect the hard work of our highly motivated students, our dedicated faculty and administrators, our NCLEX success plan, and our highly ranked programs.”

Ranked among the top 28 percent of undergraduate nursing programs in the nation, Adelphi climbed an impressive 32 spots to No. 186 in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. Combined with its status as a top-tier graduate school, Adelphi is one of the best nursing institutions in New York.

In response to growing demand, Adelphi will expand its Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program to its new Manhattan Center location on Fifth Avenue, with applications now open for the upcoming Summer 2026 session beginning in May. Students enrolled in this accelerated program who already have a bachelor’s degree and prerequisites can earn their nursing degree in just 15 months, fast-tracking them to becoming a registered nurse (RN). Nursing graduates are in high demand in New York City, and this degree program responds to this critical healthcare need in the metropolitan area.

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Faculty Forecast: Expert Predictions on the Year Ahead

ckatz — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:57:49 +0000

As 2026 gets off to a start, the global landscape stands at a crossroads where rapid technological acceleration meets deep-seated human institutions. The “new normal” is now a complex reality with high stakes and even higher uncertainty.

At ��Ƶ, our faculty and academic leaders—experts in their fields—are looking beyond the immediate horizon to analyze how forces like artificial intelligence, shifting economic policies and evolving social priorities will reshape our lives in 2026. They explore a year defined by risks and opportunities—ranging from the World Cup arriving in North America to the launch of the landmark Workforce Pell Grant program.

Our experts offer a framework for navigating 2026 not with fear, but with purpose.

The Economy and Workforce

Robert Goldberg, James F. Bender Clinical Professor of Finance

As I write this note at the start of December, we can reflect on an extraordinary period since the word COVID entered the lexicon. Stock prices have doubled and home prices have risen more than 50 percent, both driven by a Fed-induced increase in the money supply of nearly 50 percent. Meanwhile, prices for goods and services are up an average of 25 percent, while real median income has barely changed.

Looking ahead, 2026 will be driven by the continuing battle between those who believe AI will change the world and those who think it is simply the next stage of the digital revolution: impressive, but no more so than the computer, internet and wireless communication. More importantly, this debate is occurring against a backdrop of a heavily indebted country at the government and individual level and increasingly at the corporate level, as businesses continue to borrow heavily to build out the infrastructure for the AI boom, with presumptive confidence that all these investments will pay out.

Equally important, interest rates have re-normalized following the low-rate regime managed by the central bank after the financial crisis. A return to significantly lower rates would take a seriously weakened economy and, even then, it would face the likely hurdles of a belligerent bond market. Add to the mix the uncertainties of tariff and immigration policies, and the outlook for stocks is sobering, unless you believe AI will change the world and the current set of players will be the winners.

Finance and Economics

Mariano Torras, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Finance and Economics

Economic stagnation is likely to continue in 2026—possibly even stagflation if accompanied by a meaningful increase in average prices. Stocks may extend their gains for a bit longer, but Main Street will fall further behind. If consumer spending were to increase in 2026, most of the gain would be courtesy of the richest 10 percent; recent consumer surveys reflect great pessimism and there is likely to be retrenchment from the other 90 percent.

The unemployment rate is likely to remain low. But the statistics will continue to overstate the health of the job market, since a shrinking labor force (owing to the growing army of retirees and “dropouts”) helps keep unemployment low. Many, moreover, who remain in the labor force hold tenuous, insecure jobs. Finally, a major stock correction, which is probably at least 40 percent likely next year, might raise the unemployment rate by delaying retirement for many.

While interest rates are likely to move much higher in the medium to long term due to structural factors, they are almost certain to fall modestly in the near term because of the liquidity imperative for the financial markets.

Inflation is a tougher call. On the one hand, tariffs, further Fed accommodation and continued increases in service costs suggest inflation. In contrast, growing pessimism and possible consumer belt-tightening, as well as continued stagnation, signal disinflation.

Continued growth in the deficit and the debt is virtually guaranteed, as the destabilizing effects of continued weakness in the U.S. trade balance and in domestic investment will need to be offset. Yet by putting upward pressure on interest rates, the growing deficit will counter the Fed’s efforts to accommodate, creating greater imbalances (adding to the uncertainty about inflation).

Finally, and most important, expect at least one “black swan” event related to geopolitics, climate, finance, public health or AI in 2026—which will make the above outlook seem unduly optimistic.

The Workforce Pell

Jennifer Lancaster, PhD, Dean, College of Professional and Continuing Studies, and Executive Director, Manhattan Center

The launch of the in 2026 is a potentially transformative development for access to post-secondary training. Under the new law, starting July 1, 2026, Pell grant aid will become available not only to degree-granting college programs, but also to short-term credential and workforce training programs. This expansion will likely allow broader access to in-demand jobs, more flexible and inclusive pathways and a potential boost to workforce and economic mobility. For many individuals, the time and cost of a four-year degree is a barrier; the Workforce Pell makes it more feasible for folks to enter employment more quickly in fields like healthcare, IT, trades and other ‘high-skill, high-wage’ jobs and expanding what post-secondary success can look like. The program will especially benefit adult learners, career-changers and others needing to balance work and life responsibilities with education.

While negotiations are still under way as to the official requirements, as of now, eligible programs must show that at least 70 percent of students complete the programs and 70 percent of those students get placed in a related job. The tuition for these programs must be less than the difference between the median salary of completers and 150 percent of the national poverty line. It will be up to each state’s education and labor departments via the governors to determine what constitutes a need-based credential for the state; at this time, New York has yet to determine which types of programs would be eligible under the program. Still, most folks agree that if properly administered, the Workforce Pell could mark a major shift in U.S. higher-education policy—reframing education not only as a credential-only process, but as an accelerator toward employment, skills development and upward mobility for a broader cross-section of Americans.

Health and Wellness

K.C. Rondello, MD, Clinical Professor of Public Health

With the United States on the precipice of losing our “measles elimination” status (for the first time since the hard-fought milestone was achieved in 2000), the disease is expected to remain a major public health concern. Modeling suggests that measles could become endemic in the United States within two decades if current trends persist. Global immunization efforts will continue to be under strain due to misinformation, humanitarian crises, anti-vax policy changes and funding cuts, leaving millions at risk. The , and all warn that decades of progress could be undone without renewed investment in vaccination campaigns.

Furthermore, global health agencies warn that declining immunization coverage could fuel outbreaks of other vaccine-preventable diseases as well. Epidemics of rubella, polio and diphtheria are less likely, but may cause localized “hot spots” if vaccination rates continue to fall.

Sporadic outbreaks, particularly in under-vaccinated regions, could overwhelm pediatric and emergency services. The unnecessary hospitalizations and expanded public health interventions required to address them will carry significant costs. Vulnerable populations, particularly those in areas with weak health infrastructure, will be disproportionately affected. The good news? Even modest increases in vaccine coverage could dramatically reduce incidence. And with new vaccine delivery methods on the horizon (e.g., microneedle patches), improved technology may increase immunization uptake if widely adopted.

In summary, 2026 will be a pivotal year for infectious disease control. Without decisive action, measles could entrench itself as a recurring threat, signaling a broader rollback in vaccine-preventable disease progress. Stronger vaccination advocacy, policy measures and global cooperation will be essential to prevent a full-scale resurgence.

Psychology

J. Christopher Muran, PhD, Dean, Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology

As we enter the year ahead, artificial intelligence continues its rapid integration into mental health settings—generating curiosity and concern. We will see further advances in AI-driven diagnostics, change measurement and conversational agents offering scalable support. These advances will offer greater reliability and greater accessibility. But as virtual care platforms proliferate and digital relationships become normalized, we must also ask: What remains uniquely human in therapeutic work?

My prediction is this: The more AI advances, the more the profession of psychology will need to clarify the value of human presence—including the ability of AI to replicate it. As research has revealed, therapy does not solely rely on frictionless conversations, but in moments of messiness (as are inherent in human relations). It is in this negotiation where one can develop the skills to be effective and connected—where profound change can take root. Looking forward, we will need to invest in understanding where AI can take us in this regard.

Parenting

Naama Gershy Tsahor, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology

When parents hear that I study adolescents and digital media, they often ask, “Is it dangerous for my child to spend so much time on screens?” I find myself torn between the desire to be helpful and the reality that, as a field, we still do not know the long-term implications of children’s digital media use.

Digital media feels like it has been around for a long time, but in research terms, it is still a relatively new field. Heading into 2026, we still do not have a clear consensus on what “screen time” means. The nature of digital media has changed dramatically since we began studying it, from living room television in early research to AI-driven tools like ChatGPT and virtual companions in just the past two years, challenging the relevance of what we learned decades ago.

So what can we tell parents in January 2026 that is both helpful and relevant, despite the little we know and the vast amount we don’t? (After all, we don’t want them to turn to ChatGPT for these answers.) We can acknowledge that technology is moving too fast for research to keep pace with. We can reassure parents that they are not alone in feeling uncertain and anxious. But most importantly, we can encourage parents to stop asking, “What harm is this doing to my child?” and instead ask, “What do I want to cultivate in my child?” This type of question may help parents to feel less pressured to find easy fixes to dramatic changes and look inside for the things that matter most to them, even in these chaotic times.

I predict that it will not be easy to ask these questions in 2026, which will likely continue to overwhelm us with rapid, dramatic changes. But I also hope that this new year brings opportunities to reflect on these important shifts without giving in to fear or feeling paralyzed by the unknown.

Sports

Greg Bouris, Assistant Teaching Professor of Health and Sport Sciences

If anyone thinks they have a handle on what the new year has in store in the sports industry, I will counter that it is trending toward a tumultuous and unpredictable year ahead.

In 2026…

The is coming to North America! Is North America prepared to host a controversy-free World Cup in an immigration-sensitive, post-9/11 and post-COVID-19 era? As I learned during my 35-year professional sports career, hope for the best, but plan for the worst.

NCAA DI football is a ticking time bomb! It’s been ticking for more than 25 years, but I think it might finally explode in 2026! Utah opened the door to private equity. Next? I predict the elite football programs will have an opt-in program that allows willing institutions to privatize. That will lead to the much-needed unionization of college football players. That is a net-positive for all parties.

Tick…tick…tick! This time, it’s legalized sports betting and professional sports. In 2026, professional leagues and, more importantly, team owners, will have to go all in or all out on sports betting. No more gray area. I’m hoping they will go all out, but I think they will go all in. Too many owners have already played their hands by taking ownership stakes in gambling operations and/or casinos. Can we see a future where fans have to be 18 or older to attend a game?

Make room for the ladies! Women’s sports are continuing to enjoy tremendous growth, as measured by major sport-business metrics: TV ratings, sponsorship revenue, attendance and merchandise. I don’t see it stopping in 2026, but I do see some hiccups along the way. Now that women have emerged from the shadow of men’s sports, they get to see the dark underbelly of the industry. Collective bargaining is not for the faint of heart, and the women may have to endure some pain before they make gains, just as their male counterparts have for decades.

Lastly, is on fire! The sport is back. Unfortunately, signs are pointing to a work stoppage at the conclusion of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. That would be too bad, but, in the vernacular of the times, I bet the game shuts down in December 2026.

Hey, there’s always 2027!

Higher Education

Chris Storm, PhD, Interim President

The nationwide higher education landscape presents significant opportunities and challenges. New federal student aid borrowing limits taking effect in 2026 will reshape college financing, with graduate students facing annual caps and the elimination of . While it remains to be seen, graduate programs with a strong value proposition, such as those at ��Ƶ, may become more attractive as prospective students reconcile with changes in the amount of federal aid available to further their studies. Enrollment competition will intensify as demographic shifts reduce the traditional college-age population and immigration policies create uncertainty for international students—vital contributors to campus diversity and institutional strength.

These trends make our strategic planning even more critical. By expanding access through our new state-of-the-art Manhattan Center and additional online programs, prioritizing career outcomes and student success, maintaining our personalized support for students at every level of their journey, and demonstrating strong fiscal responsibility—as reaffirmed by S&P Global’s A- credit rating and stable outlook for Adelphi—we are positioned to thrive this year and beyond.

Communications

Mark Grabowski, JD, Professor and Chair, Department of Communications

Institutions shaping knowledge and trust—universities and the media—faced a harsh reckoning in 2025. In 2026, we’ll see which ones actually learned from it.

The crisis was never about politics or technology. It was about purpose.

Universities forgot they exist to prepare minds for uncertainty, not protect them from it. The media forgot their job is to help citizens think, not dictate what to think. Both demanded deference to authority they no longer monopolize.

2026 forces a choice: In a world of infinite information, contested expertise and AI-enabled execution, what justifies their existence?

Survivors will admit the old bargain is broken and build value around judgment, resilience and earned trust.

Laggards will cling to “trust us because we’re the experts” long after the public demands “show us why.” Most students sense this disconnect: going into debt to learn from professors who secured tenure in a system that no longer exists, preparing for careers those same professors couldn’t get today.

External forces—AI disruption, U.S.–China fragmentation, Europe’s regulatory maximalism, intensifying political polarization—provide context, not cause.

The real question: Can institutions designed for scarcity still justify existence in an age of abundance? Most won’t even ask honestly. That’s why they’ll fail.

Research

Andrea Ward, PhD, Vice Provost for Research and Libraries

In 2026, it will be critical for academics to take their work to the broader community to demonstrate the importance of what we do both in the classroom and in our scholarly lives. Our faculty scholars do incredible work and I look forward to continuing to share their stories.

Research funding will depend a great deal on upcoming federal appropriations bills. However, we have already seen a strong move toward leveraging the power of AI in research and I expect that only to increase in the upcoming year as new research funding calls come out.

Business Professions

Ganesh Pandit, DBA, Professor and Chair, Department of Accounting and Law

We expect that business professions will continue to be affected by technology in 2026 and we are adjusting our curricula accordingly. For example, our reimagined BBA in Accounting will be requiring courses in data analytics using MS Excel and cybersecurity, adding a designated public accounting track that will meet New York state’s educational requirements for the new 120-credit pathway to the CPA licensure, and offering new tracks in corporate finance and information technology for those accounting students who wish to expand beyond the traditional accounting field. At the graduate level, the redesigned MS in Professional Accounting (which will launch once it is approved by the New York State Education Department) will be closely aligned with the new CPA Exam and will infuse advanced training in MS Excel and an introduction to Power BI to position it as a premier professional credential rather than merely a path to 150 credits.

Education

Xiao-Lei Wang, PhD, Dean, Ruth S. Ammon College of Education and Health Sciences

As we look toward 2026, the convergence of technology and human-centered learning will redefine the very nature of our work. AI-enhanced teaching will empower our faculty and students to drive meaningful transformation across education and health sciences. By leveraging these tools to bridge distances and deepen understanding, we can renew our commitment to student well-being and global connection. Our charge is to guide this innovation with purpose, ensuring that every technological advancement expands access and strengthens the communities we serve.

Nursing

Deborah Hunt, PhD ’12, Dean, College of Nursing and Public Health

The College of Nursing and Public Health (CNPH) has several major initiatives that we will continue to address in 2026, including the use of AI by faculty and students. Experts on AI will be brought in to speak and our newly created AI Task Force will take the lead on developing protocols in alignment with the University, providing valuable insight into the learning needs of our faculty and students in this rapidly evolving technology. Even so, 2026 will continue our focus on the humanistic approach to health and wellness with a strong focus on evidence-based practice, competency, self-care and resiliency.

With the need for healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, in the New York City area, we are looking ahead to bringing CNPH programming to Manhattan with great enthusiasm. In May, we will welcome our inaugural cohort of our accelerated second degree nursing students (for students who have a BS degree in a related field) to the new Manhattan Center. We are also enrolling our first spring cohort of accelerated nursing students in the Garden City campus this January. The Manhattan Center’s Clinical Education and Simulation Lab is in development and we have been involved every step of the way. With a home base in Manhattan, our students will also have exceptional in-person clinical experiences at some of the best hospitals and healthcare systems in the country.

At our Manhattan location, we will replicate the exemplary nursing programs that we have at our Garden City campus and keep our finger on the pulse of healthcare and technology from a humanistic, ethical and caring perspective that is grounded in nursing science.

Social Work

Joanne Corbin, PhD, Dean, School of Social Work

The workforce need for social workers will continue to be strong in 2026, with a call for social workers in areas such as healthcare and mental health care, children and families, school social work, substance use and addiction services, and policy development. In-demand skills and expertise in the new year include integrated care, bilingualism, and digital and ethical practice.

To meet these needs, in 2026 we will continue to prepare graduates in areas of integrated health and mental health care through fellowships such as our IDEATE fellowship for interprofessional practice. This important collaboration between our School of Social Work, College of Nursing and Public Health and the Gerontology Fellowship prepare our students to enter the workforce in a range of practice contexts for older adults.

To meet the growing needs of our communities, our graduate programs, including the MSW in Bilingual School Social Work and the Post-Master’s Bilingual School Social Work Certificate Program, will offer opportunities for social workers to prepare for bilingual opportunities in the area of school social work. Also new in 2026, our curriculum will advance to include a certificate program in environmental justice that equips students to address the needs of populations and communities affected by environmental hazards. We’ll continue our efforts in the area of library social work, an emerging area of practice that supports the needs of individuals who come to public libraries searching for resources or information to address pressing life needs.

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