Happy Birthday Hofstra!!

The University held its 75th anniversary celebration this past weekend to commemorate 75 years of quality academics, exciting student life and commitment to another 75 excellent years.

The first event, on Thursday September 23, was the convocation held in Adams Playhouse. The convocation, featuring award-winning journalist Ted Koppel was a moment to reflect on Hofstra's history and provided quite a few laughs as well.

It was truly inspiring to sit in a theater full of students, staff, alumni and family while learning how much Hofstra has done, celebrated and attempted in such a short time.


The next event of the week followed immediately after the convocation. Singing "Happy Birthday" to Hofstra at the cake cutting was energetic, but what I still can't believe is that the cake was made by Charm City Cakes, featured on the Food Network's Ace of Cakes. I'm a huge fan of the show and was beyond excited to see Geoff, who is one of my favorites, and to see that a cake that large actually can taste quite good!! I know that it's a moment in Hofstra's time that students, staff and family members will look back on with fondness.

Saturday was another full day of fun, events, music, food, fireworks and comedy. People gathered early in the day for the annual parade of floats and to catch a glimpse of the homecoming court.

Followed by the parade and performances, students gathered on the intramural fields for the Live at 75 carnival. With live music, good food, rides and beautiful weather - it really was the perfect way to celebrate such a special occasion!

While all of the musical acts did a great job, I was especially excited that I was able to see Public Enemy.I grew up listening to my brother's PE music collection, and my guilty pleasure used to be watching Flavor of Love, so I couldn't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity!!

Hofstra ended the day with a dazzling firework display that rocked every building on campus. I had an excellent view and, following the display, enjoyed Jimmy Fallon's stand up act. I wasn't sure what to expect, but was rather surprised with how funny he was. And, as funny as he was, I was also quite impressed with how talented his two opening acts were. It's nice to see our own Hofstra students participate in campus events and thought they did an excellent job. I hope Jimmy was nice enough to give them some talent advice for the future, because they might have a career in entertainment on their hands!! 

 I hope that everyone enjoyed Hofstra's birthday celebration as much as I did. I assure you, this weekend will be one that you reflect on when you have children in college and look back on your youthful  years filled with Pride and Purpose.

Hofstra Turns 75-Years-Old!

This is a special week here at Hofstra University. This week we celebrate Hofstra University's 75th birthday. No doubt you've seen the timeline of our history on the unispan, jumped on the 75-cent specials across campus and heard about the upcoming Diamond Weekend.

Seventy-five years of something is an incredible challenge and it feels good to know that I work at a University that has provided quality education and service to students for such a long time. The excitement on campus and the buzz in my residence hall is amazing and I'm very much looking forward to celebrating Hofstra's birthday over the course of the upcoming weekend.

I'm especially looking forward to the kick off celebration with cake made by Charm City Cakes, featured on the Food Network's Ace of Cakes. I'm a huge fan of Duff and can't wait to see if he's the one who drops off the cake, which I know will be amazing!

Saturday is going to be a full day of events that I'm also looking forward to. Homecoming floats and skits; Live at 75 with live music, food and great weather; Jimmy Fallon. These are all events that I know will be a huge hit and really give me that happy fall feeling of being on a college campus.

So I know how I'm going to help Hofstra celebrate their 75th birthday - How will you help Hofstra celebrate?

Spotlight: Your RSA Executive Board!

Your RSA (Resident Student Association) Executive Board are students on campus who enjoy working together improve the quality of life of Hofstra residential students through programs based on students' interests, as well as promoting a safe, supportive and welcoming community. These students are elected into their positions be other RSA members each Spring for the next academic year. The following is an introduction of the board!


Jaclyn Catania- President

Hi everyone!
My name is Jaclyn Catania, my friends call me Jackie. I'm a sophomore, and my major is still undecided - but I have a minor in Spanish. I'm originally from Raynham, Massachusetts and on campus I live in Enterprise Hall. My favorite part about being president of RSA is planning great events that I know my peers will enjoy. I'm thrilled to be the RSA 2010-2011 president, and I look forward to a great year.


Erin Starke- Vice-President

I'm Erin Starke, your RSA Vice-President! I am a sophomore and I live in Enterprise Hall. I enjoy being on the RSA Executive Board because in my role, I help to create a warm and welcoming environment for Hofstra residents.


Nicole Gargano- Secretary

Hello! I'm Nicole and the RSA Secretary. I'm a senior community health major who lives in Bill of Rights. I love being a board member for RSA because I get a chance to improve residential life on campus.


Zach Dane- Treasurer

My name is Zach Dane. I am currently a Junior, History Education Major
from Syosset, New York. I am a Resident Assistant in Utrecht House in
the Netherlands Complex. My favorite part about being on the Executive
Board of the Resident Student Association is the leadership
opportunity as well as the chance to make a difference within the
residence halls at Hofstra.


Hannah Linder- SGA Representative

Hello! My name is Hannah Linder and I am the RSA SGA Representative. I am a sophomore and I live in Nassau Hall. The best part about being a part of the RSA Executive Board is that we get to put on programs that integrate and inform the resident life and I love influencing the community.




Caitlin Stolzenberg- Publicity Chairwoman

I'm Caitlin and the Publicity Chairwoman for RSA! I am also an RA in the Netherlands Complex in Breukelen House. I love being an RSA board member because I get the opportunity to improve residential life at Hofstra.


Lawrence Daves- Programming Chair


My name is Lawrence Daves, a lot of my friends call me Larry. I'm a sophomore
VIdeo/Television major with a minor in Drama. I'm originally from Medford, Long Island and on campus I am a Resident Assistant in the Netherlands Complex. May favorite part about being the Programming Chair of RSA is being able to come up with programs that all of the resident students will enjoy and the time I get to spend with the E-Board and our advisors!

A New Year; A Fresh Start

The start of a new academic year is always an exciting time. Fall is approaching; new school supplies; reuniting with friends and even meeting new ones. It's a refreshing time that still excites me, even though I am past the age of  reading lists and meal plans. 

What excites me most is the promise that each year holds. Maybe this is the year you set (and achieve) that goal of a perfect GPA. Or, maybe it's the year that you branch out to meet new people or get involved in something new. Regardless of what each of you have in mind for the coming year, there's no doubt in my mind that it's a hopeful and passionate desire to have the best year you can.

Welcoming our first-year students to the campus with a week of picnics, New York City excursions, late-night breakfasts and free movies is the best part of the year for me.We have the opportunity to meet and greet the newest class of Hofstra students; get to know you individually and help you transition into what we know will be an exciting journey for you.


Welcoming the upperclass students back to campus is also a unique experience. It's refreshing to see students return with new goals and new excitement in their eyes for their second, third or final year at Hofstra. I cherish those relationships because that is an opportunity for me to help students daily. From the day you arrive as a first year student to the day you need help adjusting your robe at graduation - we are here for you.

It's this hope, passion and excitement that makes administrators love this time of year. It is my genuine hope that you have all enjoyed your first week of this academic year as much as we have enjoyed having you back. The year is sure to be filled with many programs, opportunities to learn and much excitement; and we're happy that you've chosen us to help you have that experience!!