Fordham Libraries and Fordham's Center for Jewish Studies present the art of Siona Benjamin. As a Bene Israel Jewish woman from India now living in the United States, Siona Benjamin is a Jewish artist creating cross-cultural and transcultural art. Her perspective bridges the traditional and the modern and sparks discourse across cultures. Having grown up
This exhibition explores the ways that exclusion affects minority groups in Western-dominant societies. It explores the ways in which Jews were excluded from European Christian-dominated society based on Christian notions of Jewish inferiority and the way Black people were excluded and marginalized in the United States and Europe based on race and association with slavery.
Join the alumni chapter for our fifth year with the Ferry Bocce League in San Francisco this fall! The season runs from September 25 through November 6, with our teams—the Bronx Ballers—participating in games on Wednesday evenings. We will have one team compete per night, with each team consisting of up to nine players. The
This exhibit, featuring centuries-old books and manuscripts, explores Western interest in languages. At first, we try to situate the story of Babel in a non-Western context, highlighting non-European languages. The exhibit then traces the Renaissance study of languages through the lens of the Bible and its translations and of ancient material relics, such as obelisks,
Please consider donating to the annual Fordham Thanksgiving food drive. Your monetary donation will help Fordham's community partners provide food for families experiencing food insecurity in the New York area. Donate today through the end of the November at fordham.edu/givethanks. Please note: This is not a donation to Fordham University. Your donation will support these
The Students Services Department, in collaboration with The New York Blood Center, offers a blood drive for the community every semester.
Interested in studying a language, immersing yourself in a different culture, and furthering your career in public service? The Boren Awards fund study abroad programs in critical languages and regions for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students interested in federal service. Through this event, the Office of Prestigious Fellowships will share tips for how to write
This event will celebrate the launch of two new books by Joy Ladin: Once Out of Nature: Selected Essays on the Transformation of Gender and Family, a new collection of poems. She will read from both books and reflect on what Jewish identity can teach us about trans identity, what trans identity can teach us
Tired of the GenAI hype? So are many businesses! While they will commit to spending more than a trillion dollars on AI applications in the coming years, new and truly transformative applications have yet to emerge. In contrast, the potential risks and concerns regarding AI—from unethical use, to invasion of privacy, to the possibility of
The Emmy-nominated producer/screenwriter of Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale and Apple TV’s Extrapolations will talk about what it takes to make great television about important issues—and how her Catholic faith and her passion for combating climate change inform her career and her craft. Dorothy Fortenberry will draw on an assortment of clips from shows she has
Presented by Susan B. Reynolds, Ph.D., Winner of the 2024 New Scholar Essay Prize for Catholic Studies in the Americas. Clergy sexual violence in immigrant communities is an understudied dimension of the abuse crisis in the Catholic Church. Yet records reveal how immigrant-serving parishes were regularly treated as dumping grounds for serially abusive clergy. There,
Join us to hear a panel of experts discuss the major technological innovations of the 2024 campaign and how those new tactics are being used to mobilize interest groups in new ways. This panel will feature political practitioners, journalists, and academics discussing the role of political TikTok, digital grassroots mobilizing, influencers, targeted social media ad
Join us to hear a panel of experts discuss the major technological innovations of the 2024 campaign, and how those new tactics are being used to mobilize interest groups in new ways. This panel will feature political practitioners, journalists, and academics discussing the role of political TikTok, digital grassroots mobilization, influencers, targeted social media ad
More than 4.7 billion people worldwide actively engage with social media each day, and 210 million suffer from social media addiction—sparking concerns about societal well-being and safety. With TikTok alone boasting nearly two billion users globally, worries about data privacy and national security have also escalated, resulting in unprecedented efforts by Congress to ban the
Join us for an engaging discussion on Islam and science that will explore the scientific principles in the Quran, the attitude of Islam toward intellect, and the resulting history of Muslim scientific discoveries that it inspired. We will also hear how Islam views the pursuit of science through the lens of mizaan (balance), which differs
The Western Africa region is currently facing complex dynamics, including security challenges, international relations, and the impact of military engagements. Join us for an engaging discussion that promises to enhance your understanding of Western Africa’s strategic importance in today’s world. Michael Miklaucic is a senior fellow of the Institute for National Strategic Studies at National
This talk will explore how Jewish memorial books, yizker-bikher, created by Holocaust survivors or by pre-war Jewish émigrés from Eastern Europe, have engaged and encouraged various forms of mappings. These include both material cartographic images published in memorial books and performative acts of mapping the space of Jewish Eastern Europe undertaken by two groups of
Every November, the Office of Alumni Relations celebrates a special Mass to remember deceased members of the Fordham alumni community. Please join us for the Memorial Mass in the University Church, celebrated by Father Francis E. Chambers, O.S.A. The University community extends its deepest sympathy to the loved ones of recently deceased alumni. At this
In partnership with Fordham's Maroon Club You're invited to an unforgettable day of fun, camaraderie, and football fever as we cheer on our beloved Fordham Rams in their last home game of the season against Colgate! Kick off the festivities with a fantastic tailgate experience planned in partnership with the Maroon Club, featuring a delicious
Join us for a special walking tour created exclusively for Fordham alumni as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Fifth Avenue, one of New York City’s most iconic streets. Led by Justin Rivers, FCRH ’01, chief experience officer of Untapped New York, this guided tour will take you on a fascinating journey through history, showcasing
Volunteer at the TCS New York City Marathon on November 3. This is a fantastic opportunity to give back, support the runners, and represent Fordham University alumni at one of the world’s most iconic marathons! Please apply to any available slot and register under the “Fordham University Alumni” group name. Let's make this marathon memorable
In conjunction with the exhibit “Yearning to Breathe: The Art of Siona Benjamin” at Fordham Univerisity’s Walsh Family and Quinn Libraries, we invite you to join us for a screening of the documentary Blue Like Me, profiling the Indian-American artist Siona Benjamin. Raised in the small Bene Israel Jewish community in Mumbai, India, Benjamin's art
Don't miss our night out filled with art, history, books, and inspiration at The Morgan Library and Museum! Current undergraduate and graduate students are invited to a FREE after-hours event featuring gallery activities, behind-the-scenes experiences, sketching, live music, and more! This a great opportunity to explore the Morgan's collections and connect with fellow students! Check
The IPED Department will be hosting Neda Sobhani who will talk about careers in development. Neda Sobhani is currently a chief of party, food for education at Catholic Relief Services. Sobhani brings experience from previous roles at Catholic Relief Services and Peace Corps. Sobhani is a graduate of the Boston College of Social Work and
The Alumni Chapter of Miami and South Florida invites you to a fall happy hour for the chance to reunite with some of your fellow Fordham Rams. Alumni, parents, family, and friends are welcome to join. The event costs $10 per person and includes a selection of appetizers and light bites. Drinks can be purchased
This event includes a film screening and a discussion with director David Damian Figueroa. It is supported by the “Faculty Challenge and the Professor Connection” grants, presented in collaboration with the Department of Theatre and Visual Arts, curated by Fadi Skeiker, Ph.D., the department chair, and coordinated by Julianne Reid. The films include: Shura: Oscar-qualified and
The Louis Calder Center is the Fordham University biological field station—located north of New York City in Armonk, Westchester County. It is the only full-time ecological research field station in the New York metropolitan area. The Alumni Chapter of the Hudson Valley invites you to join us for a video presentation from Alissa Perrone, the
All Fordham veterans and ROTC alumni are invited back to campus for a special Mass to honor their service and remember fallen comrades.
Speaker: Nicole Grajewski Nicole Grajewski is a fellow in the Nuclear Policy Program for the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and associate researcher for the Project on Managing the Atom at Harvard University. Her research focuses on Russian and Iranian nuclear strategy and policy within the larger geopolitical narrative.
Join the Graduate School of Education (GSE) to learn more about our counseling and psychology programs in the following areas: M.S.E in Mental Health Counseling M.S.E in School Counseling Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology Adv. Cert. in School Psychology Adv. Cert. in Bilingual School Psychology Ph.D. in School Psychology
The Fordham University Alumni Association (FUAA) and the Fordham Foundry, the University’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, invite alumni, parents, and friends to attend an engaging evening of networking, reflection, and exploration into the past, present, and future of entrepreneurship in New York City. The event will feature a fireside chat with Tommy Silk, FCRH
Come see Kentucky, opening on Thursday, November 14 at Pope Auditorium at Fordham's Lincoln Center campus! Leah Nanako Winkler’s wry, refreshing, and playfully theatrical Kentucky is the second production of the MainStage 2025-26 season. Kentucky is a modern–day millennial version of The Odyssey, in which Hiro, a self-made woman “making it” in New York but
The IPED department will be organizing a panel on race and culture. Jane Bolgatz, Ph.D., is an associate professor of social studies education in the division of curriculum and teaching at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Education. She researches how teachers, students, administrators, and parents address issues of race and racism in and out of
This will be a discussion about the depth and significance of justice in Islamic teachings, while highlighting the ethical responsibility to stand against injustice.
Aid Yoga© is an all-levels yoga class designed to teach students about stretching and relaxation poses, and how to use these skills on and off the mat. Yoga is a physical practice that goes beyond teaching students how to move according to their comfort zones. This kind of workout teaches students how to regain control
Caritas Internationalis, Catholic Relief Services, and Fordham University's Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development will be sponsoring a UN Side Event to commemorate Pope Francis’ World Day of the Poor on November 15, 2024 . The event will be held at the Church Center for UN (777 UN Plaza, corner of East 44th
One Girl’s most awaited event of the year is here! The Women in Charge annual conference unites women from diverse backgrounds to share their expertise and experiences with the community. This year’s conference will be packed with engaging panels featuring remarkable women who are driving positive change within their industries and communities. The day will
Join the Alumni Chapter of Los Angeles for food, drinks, and fun on November 16 at 33 Taps in Culver City to watch as the Rams take on Georgetown at Joe Moglia Stadium. The event costs $5 per person and includes a selection of brunch food options. There will be a cash bar. Alumni, parents,
Come tailgate with local alumni before the Rams vs. Bears water polo match at the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center. The team is currently ranked #6 in the NCAA—the first time they've been in the top 10 and a feat no Fordham team has achieved in 50 years! There is no fee for tailgating and
The 2024 Barbara L. Jackson, Ed.D., Lecture In this keynote address, Rosa Rivera-McCutchen, Ph.D. an author and educator, will present her groundbreaking concept of radical care—a leadership practice centered on anti-racism and equity in schools. Drawing from her book, Radical Care: Leading for Justice in Urban Schools, Rivera-McCutchen will offer insights into how school leaders
Continuing the dialogue sparked by University Press Week (November 11-15, 2024), join us for this event featuring authors from Fordham University Press’s Empire State Editions imprint. This panel will explore significant moments in New York City’s rich history and its ongoing transformation through the voices of these engaging authors. Moderator: David J. Goodwin, Assistant Director
Fordham English Professor Christopher GoGwilt will discuss his recent book, The K-Effect: Romanization, Modernism, and the Timing and Spacing of Print Culture, in a conversation hosted by Professor Stephen Hong Sohn. This event will include light refreshments, and there will be door prizes for attendees. About the Book The K-Effect shows how the roman alphabet has
Speaker: Inu Manak Inu Manak is a fellow for trade policy at CFR. Her research focuses on trade politics within multilateral institutions, and she regularly speaks on policies, climate, and WTO reform. Previously, Manak was a fellow at the Cato Institute’s Herbert A. Stiefel Center for Trade Policy Studies and at the Centre for Trade
Join the Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs (IIHA) on Wednesday, November 20 at 4 p.m. for our first Humanitarian Conversation with two organizations: Heart 9/11 and The Fortune Society. Limited seating available. This is for Fordham students only. Learn more by visiting the registration link!
This event will feature Erwin Chemerinksy, Dean and Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law from the UC Berkeley School of Law, on themes in his new book, No Democracy Lasts Forever, as well as a response by Madiba Dennie, deputy editor and senior contributor at Balls and Strikes; and author of The Originalism Trap:
Join us for a reflective discussion on staying grounded, finding strength in our Islamic values, and supporting one another. This is an open and reassuring space where we’ll talk about practical ways to face hardships, connect with one another, and strengthen our collective resilience. Together, we’ll explore how to hold onto hope, keep our hearts
In recent years, gender-based violence has increased drastically on a global scale. This virtual conference will address gender-based violence, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, that affects women and communities worldwide. Experts, advocates, and leaders will present the latest research and highlight the urgent need for action. This virtual event will equip attendees with practical
Join the Alumni Chapter of Cleveland for food, drinks, and fun as the Rams take on Drexel. Alumni, parents, friends, and kids are welcome and you don't have to be a basketball fan to attend. We will start things off with an organizational meeting and social, while watching our men’s basketball Rams face Drexel LIVE
The New York Press Club and New York Press Club Foundation are proud to present the 2024 Conference on Journalism hosted by Fordham University’s Communication and Media Studies Department, featuring journalists from Politico, The New York Times, ABC, NBC and WCBS. The conference begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2024, with registration and
The Coca-Cola Caravan is coming to Fordham's Rose Hill campus! Coca-Cola has chosen Fordham University as one of their stops for their festive, holiday experience. This event is open and free to all Rams and the public! Bring your roommate, friends, and family to take free photos with Santa and print a holiday postcard that
Prepare for social work job interviews with this comprehensive workshop. Participants will receive guidance on effective interview strategies, common social work interview questions, and techniques for articulating their skills and experiences confidently. Additionally, the workshop will cover salary negotiation best practices specific to the social work profession, empowering participants to secure competitive compensation packages.
The Alumni Chapter of Westchester encourages alumni, parents, and friends to participate in the annual holiday toy drive, sponsored by Elizabeth Seton Children’s. The toy drive benefits children of all ages. All toys must be new and unwrapped. Children greatly benefit from gift cards at stores where staff members can purchase individualized gifts for each
