Greetings,

 

I am excited to share that this year’s honoree at Hofstra University’s 29th Annual Gala is Donald Schaeffer, Chair of Hofstra’s Board of Trustees and member of the Dean’s Advisory Board of Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Don’s leadership and generosity have guided Hofstra’s continued growth and ensured that future generations of students have the resources and opportunities to thrive. We are honored to recognize Don at this year’s gala and celebrate his profound contributions to Hofstra.

 

The gala, Hofstra’s largest scholarship fundraiser, will be held on May 1, 2025, starting with a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. in the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex.

 

We hope you join us to celebrate Hofstra’s many achievements and 2025 honoree, Donald Schaeffer. For more information, click here.

 

Sincerely,

 

Susan Poser

President, Hofstra University

Hofstra University welcomed 30 Baldwin High School students on campus for the annual Baldwin Shadow Day. The program was coordinated through the IDEALS (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Leadership, Access, and Success) initiative in the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Studies (SONPA), giving sophomores and juniors the opportunity to explore two tracks of study, nursing and physician assistant studies (PA), offering immersive learning experiences and insight into the demands and rewards of these professions. For many students, the eye-opening day allowed them to see the wide range of opportunities available and encouraged them to seek the path that aligns with their passion and skills. Read more here.

Hofstra’s School of Health Sciences (SHS) has been awarded a NYC Public Schools and Bloomberg Philanthropies grant to serve as a higher education partner for the newly established Northwell School of Health Sciences (NSHS) in Woodside, NY. This partnership will offer high school students access to college-readiness activities, summer academies, peer mentoring, specially designed college courses, and support programs for teachers and parents. The goal is to introduce students to behavioral health careers at an early stage and provide them with the academic foundation and resources to successfully pursue higher education in the field. Read more here.

Hofstra students had an opportunity to visit the Emmy Award-nominated talk show “The Sherri Show” alongside Executive Director for Equity and Inclusion, Aisha Wilson-Carter. The experience derived from an alliance initiated by Wilson-Carter, between The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication and the networking organization Black Women in TV & Film, headed by two-time, Emmy Award-winning producer Bryce-Loren Walker. This connection prioritizes building partnerships that address local challenges and uplift the surrounding community, while enhancing student success. Read more here.

Executive Director of Hofstra’s Cultural Center, Athelene Collins, has been chosen as one of the 2025 Remarkable Women by the NAACP Hempstead Branch. Athelene was recognized on Monday, March 24, at Kennedy Memorial Park in Hempstead for her many contributions in fostering inclusivity and outreach through events at Hofstra. Through her leadership in organizing events, she continues to successfully ensure that Hofstra’s programming extends beyond campus boundaries. Read more here.

Hofstra student and faculty work, produced at The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication will be honored by The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) at its annual Festival of Media Arts. Hofstra’s recipients were selected out of 2,300 competitors from over 300 schools. The festival will take place this April in Las Vegas, Nevada. A total of 8 individuals will be awarded including 5 students and 3 faculty members. Read more here.

Hofstra Men’s Lacrosse

vs UCONN

March 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium

 

vs Drexel

April 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium

 

vs Towson

April 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium

 

Hofstra Women’s Lacrosse

vs Campbell

April 5, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium

 

vs Towson

April 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium

 

vs Stony Brook

April 26, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.

James M. Shuart Stadium 

 

Get Tickets Here

 

Athletics

For a list of upcoming games, please visit gohofstra.com.

Events:

SHS Lifelong Lecture Series: PEIR @ Hofstra

10:00-11:30 a.m.

Oak Street Center, Room 122
March 31 – The History of Long Beach Presenter: Phyllis Wagner

 

1:00-2:30 p.m.

Oak Street Center, Room 122

March 31– The Power of Art & Humor Presenter: Elyse Mille

This is a free event. For more information please call 516-463-5301 or email SOHS@hofstra.edu.

 

Film Screening and Discussion: Après Coup Afterwards a film by Susan Solomon and Amelie Mutarabayire-Schafer

April 3, 2025, at 11:20 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, First Floor, South Campus

This is a free event. Please RSVP here. For more information, call the Hofstra Cultural Center at 516-463-5669 or visit hofstra.edu/culture.

 

The Trojan Woman

By Euripides. Translated by Alan Shapiro, with Introduction and Notes by Peter Burian, and Directed by Royston Coppenger. 

 

Show times:

April 4-13, 2025 

Fridays, April 4, and April 11, at 8 p.m.

Saturdays, April 5, and April 12, at 8 p.m.

Sundays, April 6, and April 13, at 2 p.m.

Thursday, April 10 at 8 p.m.

Joan and Donald Schaeffer Black Box Theater in Joseph G. Shapiro Family Hall, South Campus. Get tickets here.