An opening reception will be held on September 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. The exhibition offers a broad perspective on the revival of Ukrainian synagogues after Ukraine’s independence, showcasing three sets of stained-glass windows that were designed by Eugeny Kotlyar and partially implemented in Ukrainian synagogues from 1995 to 2005. Two early works shown
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Books, libraries, librarians, and writers are subject to attacks—again. Recent bans of books across the United States targeting Black history, the Holocaust, and LGBTQ themes have dominated the news. But book censorship has a longer history. “Banned! A History of Censorship” explores this history, along with practices of censorship, the methods to control and ban Join the Alumni Chapter of Northern California in the Ferry Bocce League in San Francisco this fall! The season runs from October 4 through November 15, 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 cost
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Your monetary donations will help community partners provide for struggling families in the New York area. Thank you for your kindness.
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A professor of theology will look back at the ways the iconic Irish singer steeped herself in religion, even as she criticized its institutions. Join us for an afternoon of reflection, conviviality, and music!
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Come listen to the University Choir sing some fall favorites! All are welcomed to join and celebrate this fall weather.
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Nadieszda Kizenko will deliver the 2023 Economos Orthodoxy in America Lecture, ‘‘A Vanishing Point: Unity in Orthodoxy and the Ukraine Crisis.” Until recently, it was possible to describe Orthodoxy as “unity in plurality.” Although Orthodoxy consisted of more than a dozen local churches with a wide variety of local practices, and without an overarching structure, |
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Join us for the St. Ignatius Loyola Chair Lecture featuring Brian Dunkle, S.J., associate professor of historical theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry. As Christian poets gained status and influence in the Roman Empire, they wrote out of aemulatio, that is, the desire to rival and surpass the great pagan poets |
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Join us for this two-part event on the enduring legacy of the UCA Martyrs. Part two will be a lecture by José María Tojeira, S.J., professor, Central American University in El Salvador. José María Tojeira, S.J., was the Jesuit Provincial at the time of the UCA martyrs and led the legal process against the members
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Every November, the Office of Alumni Relations celebrates a special Mass on the Lincoln Center campus to remember deceased alumni and other members of the Fordham family. Please join us for Mass in the Rupert Mayer, S.J., Chapel followed by a luncheon in the 12th-Floor Lounge. All family and friends are welcome to attend this
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George Athanassakos, Ph.D., founder and managing director of The Ben Graham Centre for Value Investing and the Ben Graham Chair in Value Investing at the Ivey Business School, will argue that the hefty average nominal and real stock returns experienced over the last 30 years are not going to be repeated in the next 30
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Are you interested in finding an internship but don’t know where to start? Are you curious about what “making the most of your internship experience” actually means? If so, we’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Internship Panel, where we'll be joined by FCRH and FCLC students representing a variety of fields! Each student |
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The Fordham Foundry, Fordham's hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, and the Alumni Chapter of Northern California invite you to meet Fordham Bay Area entrepreneurs, innovators, and winemakers during this inaugural event. Enjoy an intimate evening of storytelling and networking, as well as a savory food and wine pairing experience. A select group of entrepreneurs and
$25
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We’re excited to head to the New York City Center to see Tony Award-nominated actor Ephraim Sykes, FCLC ’10, in Pal Joey! Directed by Tony Goldwyn and tap icon Savion Glover, the show captures the Chicago jazz scene and features some of the era’s beloved songs. Before the show, guests will have an opportunity to
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Come tailgate with local alumni before the Rams vs. Bisons football game at Jack Coffey Field! The exact location in the parking lot will be determined upon arrival. There is no fee for tailgating, but tickets for the game may be purchased through the Fordham athletics department. Food and drinks will be available. Please contact
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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 Bucknell! Kick off the festivities with a fantastic tailgate experience planned in partnership with the Maroon Club, featuring delicious food, refreshing beverages/ open bar, DJ, games,
$15 – $40
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The Fordham University Military and Veterans Leadership Council cordially invites you to the 175th Anniversary Military Ball! Honoring Warren Gregory, FCRH ’66 Bronze Star and Vietnam Air Medal Recipient Stephanie Ramos, Fordham Army ROTC Class of 2005 ABC News Network Correspondent, Major in the U.S. Army Reserve Agenda 6 p.m. | Reception 6:48 | Dinner |
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Please join us for the awarding of the 2023 Sperber Book Prize for exceptional achievement in biography, autobiography, or memoir in works about media figures. The Sperber Prize will be awarded to Kathryn S. Olmsted, Ph.D., a professor of history at the University of California at Davis, for her book The Newspaper Axis: Six Press |
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Social isolation and animosity are arguably the central challenges of our angry age. Can philosophy play a role in overcoming the affective, social, and political alienation that mark our communities today? Meghan Sullivan focuses her work on the ways philosophy contributes to the good life, and she is currently writing a book on the role |
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Sheryl Dellapina, FCRH ’87, PAR, and Jeffrey Dellapina, PAR; the Fordham London Advisory Board; the Alumni Chapter of the United Kingdom; and Tania Tetlow, president of Fordham University, cordially invite you to a complimentary reception for alumni, parents, and friends. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. RSVP by November 3. As the cost
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Join us for a special screening of the documentary film The Frontier Gandhi, directed by acclaimed filmmaker T.C. McLuhan.The Frontier Gandhi tells the inspiring story of Badshah Khan, a remarkable Muslim peacemaker born in what is now Pakistan's frontier region Kyber-Pakhtunkhwa. In partnership with Mahatma Gandhi, Khan raised a nonviolent army of 100,000 individuals from |
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Thinking about graduate or professional school? Want to join a community of people committed to being agents of change? Fordham offers more than 130 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and accelerated dual-degree programs marked by a strong focus on research, mentorship by esteemed faculty, and curricula that reflect the growth of new industries. You’ll have the opportunity
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Until fairly recently, Orthodox people in Israel could not imagine embracing their LGBT sexual or gender identity and staying within the Orthodox fold. But within the span of about a decade and a half, Orthodox LGBT people have forged social circles and communities and become much more visible. This has been a remarkable shift in
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Andrea Mennillo, PAR, chair of the Fordham London Advisory Board; Dennis C. Jacobs, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs; John Cecero, S.J., vice president for mission integration and ministry; Roger A. Milici Jr., vice president for Development and University Relations; and the Office of Alumni Relations invite you to join us in |
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The symposium will bring together discussants using a multi-stakeholder approach to address the global and local implications of gendered migration processes and center the voices of women with lived experiences of forced migration in developing key recommendations for addressing identified challenges and advocating for improved migration policies. CEUs available. Keynote Speakers Pía Riggirozzi, Ph.D., Professor |
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Books, libraries, librarians, and writers are subject to attacks—again. Recent bans of books across the United States targeting Black history, the Holocaust, and LGBTQ themes have dominated the news. But book censorship has a longer history. Andreea Badea will lead a guided tour through “Banned! A History of Censorship,” a new exhibit that explores this |
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Network with your fellow alumni and check out one of Fordham's newest affinity partners, the Penn Club of New York, while you learn how you can become a member of this prestigious midtown club. Tours of the facility will be available, and we expect several current Fordham members to be present to answer questions. Enjoy |
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By Eugéne Ionesco, directed by Asa Nestlehutt, FCLC '24 When a rhinoceros rampages through the streets of a small town, its citizens are put to the test as they struggle to comprehend their situation. Though they at first disavow these creatures their condemnation turns to curiosity as, one by one, they succumb to the allure Written and directed by Vivienne Blouin, FCLC Fordham '24 During the pandemic, an NYC bottle girl turns to a bizarre sect of online sex work to sustain herself, ... but the world of childish sex play makes it harder to reacclimatize to ordinary life than expected. ABOUT STUDIO THESIS PRODUCTIONS Studio Thesis Productions at Fordham
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Join the Computer and Technology Affinity Chapter for a tech industry-specific career workshop. Current students and alumni interested in the tech industry are invited to take advantage of resume-building and job application services. Specific tech areas include software development, data science, and cysec jobs. Soft drinks and snacks will be provided.
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Join fellow Real Estate Institute alumni for the affinity chapter's first social event. Come together for light bites, drinks, and great conversation. There will be a cash bar with light food provided. |
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Join Fordham London and the Alumni Chapter of the United Kingdom for a special community event. Attendees will have the chance to meet with current students and network with other members of the Fordham community. 5:45 p.m. | Welcome Reception 6:30 p.m. | Panel 7:20 p.m. | Networking 8:30 p.m. | Event finishes Join alumni,
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Get ready to strike up some fun at Fordham's Young Alumni Bowling Night! Join us at The Gutter LES for an unforgettable evening of strikes, spares, and socializing. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking to have a ball (pun intended), this event is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with fellow Fordham alumni and
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Please join us at our virtual LGBTQ+ panel featuring different employers, professionals, and students, who will speak about their experiences related to work/internships and their various identities. Some points discussion topics include: Belonging in the Workplace Application and Hiring Process Overall Job Search Workplace Training Work-Life Balance
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Paul Perrin leads the Pulte Institute's Evidence and Learning Division and is an international health, humanitarian, and development research and practice professional with more than a decade of work experience in academic, government, and nongovernmental settings. To date, his work has largely focused on supporting the conceptualization, design, implementation, analysis, and reporting on monitoring and
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Join us for a Fordham-exclusive screening of Bonnie, a film portrait of legendary casting director and producer for film, television, and theater Bonnie Timmermann. An homage to the craft of acting, the film features Bonnie’s A-list of clients, from Liam Neeson and Sigourney Weaver to other distinguished actors of our time. Following the screening, guests
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Fordham University's Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development (Fordham IPED), alongside Catholic Relief Services and CARITAS Internationalis, is hosting a UN Side Event titled World Day of the Poor Forum. To commemorate the World Day of the Poor, Monsignor Robert Murphy, deputy permanent observer of the Holy See to the UN, will be
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When was the last time you left home without your phone? In our world, access to digital technology is critical to everyday activities like work, school, health care, and socializing. However, despite the importance of technology, many across the globe have little or no access, creating a digital divide. Today, closing the digital divide is |
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The conference, co-sponsored with the New York Press Club, will cover discussions about the 2024 election year, the future of AI, covering climate, the entertainment beat, navigating the courts, and more. Former CBS News president Andrew Heyward and Nayeema Raza, co-host of New York Magazine’s ON podcast will be the keynote speakers. Other panelists include |
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Join us for an evening with the Italian author, podcaster, journalist, literary critic, and tour guide Marta Ciccolari Micaldi, La McMusa. Micaldi will have a conversation with Clara Ramazzoti about memories, travel, adventures, and books in the U.S., including her own new book, Sparire Qui. Ramazzotti is an adjunct professor in Fordham's communication and media |
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An exhibition at the Jewish Museum, “Mood of the Moment: Gaby Aghion and the House of Chloé” on view from October 13 through February 18, 2024, focuses on the life and work of Gaby Aghion, an Egyptian Jewish woman from Alexandria, in Egypt, who left for Paris in 1945 at the age of 19, and, |
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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 donated items must be new (due to heightened infection-control precautions), and plush toys will not be accepted. Children greatly benefit from gift cards |
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Both the transatlantic slave trade and the Holocaust have left indelible imprints on societies, public landscapes, and the collective and public memory of the affected regions. In Europe, towns and cities, some of which were predominantly Jewish, were emptied of the population that had lived there for centuries, after their Jewish residents had been murdered.
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The Fordham Alumni Chapter of Seattle and the Office of Alumni Relations cordially invite you to a complimentary Pints with the President event for alumni, parents, and friends. Please join us as we welcome Tania Tetlow as Fordham’s 33rd president—the first woman and layperson to serve as president in the University’s history—in Seattle. Space is
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Join us for a reception followed by a screening of Red Pill, a new film written and directed by Tonya Pinkins, the 2023 Denzel Washington Endowed Chair in Theatre, and an award-winning actress, singer, author, educator, filmmaker, podcaster, and essayist. Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with Pinkins and Michelle Prettyman, professor of |
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This interactive workshop will explore the impact that our cumulative experiences of grief have on our personal and professional lives. Using the framework of the National Consensus Project Guidelines for Quality Palliative Care, we’ll explore how our cultural backgrounds and past losses influence our understanding and expression of grief. Although caring for those who are
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Join us to discuss and learn about the International Political Economy and Development program with Giacomo Santangelo, Ph.D., the program major advisor. |
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Giacomo Santangelo, Ph.D., is an economist, professor, and media contributor with expertise in a variety of economic fields. He is a jack of all trades whose research focuses on international growth and development and the economics of pop culture. Join us in welcoming our beloved Fordham faculty member as a guest speaker for the 2023–2024
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How, when, and why did Judaism and Christianity diverge into separate religions? Three Powers in Heaven reinterprets the parting of the ways between Jews and Christians as a split between two intellectual traditions—a split that emerged within the context of ancient debates about Jesus’ relationship to God and the world. The book explores how Christianity |
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In Power and Progress, authors Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson discuss how cutting-edge technological advances can become empowering and democratizing tools, but not if all major decisions remain in the hands of a few hubristic tech leaders. With their bold reinterpretation of economics and history, Acemoglu and Johnson fundamentally change how we see the world, |
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Join alumni of all Fordham choirs for a reception following the Saturday evening performance of the Festival of Lessons and Carols. All former choir members and guests are welcome. The registration cost includes two hours of beer/wine and hearty hors d'oeuvres. Early bird registration ends on Sunday, November 27. Regular registration ends on December 2.
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The Marymount Alumnae Board, administrators, members of the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary and their families, and Fordham University's Office of Alumni Relations invite you to a gathering celebrating Marymount College's founding in 1907 by Mother Marie Joseph Butler. Marymount alumnae celebrate the theme “Women in the Church Today.” Featured Guests The Religious
$40
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Books, libraries, librarians, and writers are subject to attacks—again. Recent bans of books across the United States targeting Black history, the Holocaust, and LGBTQ themes have dominated the news. But book censorship has a longer history. Federica Francesconi will lead a guided tour through “Banned! A History of Censorship,” a new exhibit that explores this |