The ancient Kabbalists believed that it was possible to find meaning in the empty spaces around and within the letters of texts. The Japanese concept of Notan views the relationship between negative and positive space as reciprocal and necessary for harmony and balance. These two worldviews deeply influence the artist’s work. Deborah Ugoretz explores these
In her talk, Rivka Elitzur-Leiman will discuss a collection of late-antiquity Jewish Aramaic amulets at the NYPL, engraved on small metal leaves. She will explore the amulets’ magical and cultural significance and reveal the history of the collection itself and the role Mary Anna Draper played in creating it. The lecture will also be available
Join us for a conversation with Ashley Thompson, the founder of MUSH. Thompson will be discussing her journey as an entrepreneur and sharing what she has learned—from the initial spark she had while working on Wall Street, to selling her products in cartons at farmers markets, all the way to the nation's top retailers. Thompson
Raz Segal, associate professor of Holocaust and genocide studies at Stockton University, will provide a historical overview of the development of international law with respect to genocide. He will then apply this history to analyze the International Court of Justice's ruling in South Africa v. Israel.
Siobhan Fallon Hogan (Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld, Men in Black) is a longtime comedian, actor, and writer for film and stage—and a Catholic mom. She draws on all those vocations for her latest feature film, Shelter in Solitude. It’s a heartfelt and heartbreaking story of a down-on-her-luck bar owner in upstate New York who finds
QuantVision, Fordham University's premier quantitative conference, presents a thought-provoking symposium that converges the most innovative minds in quantitative finance. This dynamic one-day event offers a platform for professionals, academics, and students to engage with the leading edge of investment strategies powered by data science and technology. With a broad spectrum of panels, the conference explores
Tony-winning playwright and renowned screenwriter John Patrick Shanley will visit Fordham to talk about the hit Broadway revival of his play Doubt and his career, from winning an Oscar for Moonstruck to his newest play, Brooklyn Laundry, and much more. The Center on Religion and Culture’s director, David Gibson, will moderate a conversation with the audience.
You are cordially invited to the annual Fordham RamVet Spring Social hosted by the Student Veterans of America and the Office of Military and Veterans' Services. All current student veterans, veteran alumni, families, friends, and faculty at Fordham are invited to come together for an evening of dancing, networking, and camaraderie. Student veterans from New
In honor of National Volunteer Month, the Alumni Chapter of Long Island invites you to volunteer at the North Shore Holiday House! North Shore Holiday House is a tuition-free summer sleep-away camp in Long Island. Its mission is to enrich the lives of girls from low-income families and empower them to navigate the world ahead.
Come explore Fordham's Westchester campus and meet some of the faculty and staff at Fordham GSS!
Join the Out of the Darkness Campus Walks on a journey of hope, remembrance, and support. Volunteer to walk, become a sponsor, or use your social media to raise awareness in the fight to prevent suicide, a leading cause of death in youth and young adults. Join Fordham University in showing our commitment to preventing
Join us for a papercutting workshop with artist and master paper cutter Deborah Ugoretz, whose exhibit "Knife/Paint/Words" is on view in the Henry S. Miller Judaica Research Room at the Walsh Family Library on the Rose Hill campus. Ugoretz will explain the history of papercutting and show how she designs and executes her intricate pieces.
The Fordham University Choir presents "Coronation Mass" by W. A. Mozart and "Rejoice in the Lamb" by Benjamin Britten for its 2024 spring concert with the Bronx Arts Ensemble.
This comprehensive workshop not only guides participants in optimizing their LinkedIn profiles to create a compelling personal brand, but it also emphasizes effective job-searching strategies on the platform. Learn how to strategically showcase your skills, achievements, and passion for social work to stand out to potential employers. Delve into networking strategies, discover how to join
In her talk, Marilyn Miller examines Cuban revolutionary hero José Martí's relationships with Jewish supporters, especially in late-19th-century New York City, and the continuing importance of Martí's legacy to Jews after his death. While previous research has debated whether Martí was motivated by a genuine interest in the Jewish experience or simply saw in Jewish
Join us for Fordham's Luxury Business, Fashion, and Retail Summit, hosted by the Business in Fashion and Luxury (BiFL) student club at the University. It will be a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and industry trends. This in-person event brings together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from the luxury, fashion, and retail sectors. Don't
Join us for a reading and panel discussion featuring: Peter Quinn, Novelist, Author of Banished Children of Eve (Fordham Press, 1994) and Cross Bronx (Fordham Press, 2022) Mary Gordon, Novelist, Author of Final Payments (Random House, 1978) Keri Walsh, Ph.D., Chair of Irish Studies Angela Alaimo O'Donnell, Ph.D., Fordham's Curran Center for American Catholic Studies
The Fordham Alumni Chapter of Dallas and the Office of Alumni Relations cordially invite you to a reception for alumni, parents, and friends. The event costs $30 per person and includes heavy passed hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. RSVP by April 4. Please consider making a gift
Fordham's ongoing "Taking Responsibility: Jesuit Educational Institutions Confront the Causes and Legacy of Clergy Sexual Abuse" project is sponsoring two spring webinars. Part I: Memorializing Clergy Sexual Abuse Join us for an interdisciplinary conversation about the ethics, means, and meanings of public memorials related to clergy sexual abuse. In this webinar, three scholars will explore
Ronald DePinho, M.D., FCRH ’77, PAR, and Lynda Chin, M.D., PAR; the Fordham Alumni Chapter of Houston; and the Office of Alumni Relations cordially invite you to a complimentary reception for alumni, parents, and friends. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. RSVP by April 5. As the cost of this event is being
Alumni and friends are invited to see Suffs the Musical on Broadway, following its sold-out run at the Public Theater. You'll have an exclusive opportunity to hear from Morgan Steward, FCLC '19, associate producer, at a pre-show gathering. From the singular mind of Shaina Taub, this epic new musical boldly explores the victories and failures
Doug is an average guy with an average life. Until, that is, he finds himself at a wedding, not as a guest, … but as a gift. Surrounded by those who speak a language he’s never heard, Doug realizes he’s little more than a pet. And when the bride grows dangerously fond of him, the
As data and computational resources both continue to grow exponentially, data science—and, in particular, machine learning and artificial intelligence—play larger and larger roles in our daily lives. They impact the applications that we use (Google Search and ChatGPT) and the devices we wear (Apple Watch) and deploy in our homes (Amazon Alexa). They also play
5:30 p.m. Cocktail reception 7 p.m. Performance Join us for a reception and dance performance in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Ailey/Fordham BFA in Dance program. Since 1998, hundreds of professional dancers, teachers, lawyers, and nonprofit leaders have benefited from this unique partnership that is defined by an equal emphasis on both professional
In his talk, Shachar Pinsker will examine the role of Yiddish in Israeli culture. He will argue that even with the denial and self-repression of Yiddish, the language continued to have a generative power and exert an influence on Israeli culture, sometimes in covert and unacknowledged ways. Examining Yiddish literature and culture enables us to
With a supportive audience and a community that values the research process, our students will have the opportunity to share the work they’ve been doing—and educate others along the way—during this inaugural Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Research Day!
Join us virtually for Beyond 9 to 5: Discovering Your Purpose and the Power of One Another with alumna Genevieve Piturro, FCRH '83. She will explore the profound journey of finding purpose outside of the workplace. Whether you’re in your second chapter or only on page one, this event is designed to empower you to
Join us for a talk by journalist Eileen Markey. In the darkest days of the New York City fiscal crisis and its aftermath in the 1970s, as faith in cities faltered, Bronx activists argued for the worth of urban neighborhoods and the value of people living in them. In a time of disinvestment, arson, and
Julie Gafney, Ph.D., is the assistant vice president for strategic mission initiatives and executive director of the Center for Community Engaged Learning. Recently, she secured a $50 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency to go toward efforts to uplift communities disproportionately affected by climate change and pollution. Previously, Gafney has worked with the New
The critically acclaimed opera is premiering at the Metropolitan Opera, and director Lileana Blain-Cruz will join us for an evening of conversation on art, faith, and justice. There will be a special appearance by Daniela Mack, the mezzo-soprano who will perform a selection from El Niño. A Christmas story at Easter time? That’s essentially what
Join us to explore the remaining mansions of Gilded Age New York! See where the country’s wealthiest families put down their brief roots before the rise of the apartment building and the fall of the grand home. Led by alumnus and founder of Landmarks of New York, Thomas Silk FCRH '12, we will see the
Baseball’s brightest crown jewel, Shohei Ohtani, plays in Tinseltown, but higher learning’s brightest crown jewel, Fordham University, has its campuses in the Big Apple. So what happens when you combine all the above? You get the single most epic alumni outing of ’em all! Join the Alumni Chapter of Los Angeles as we watch the
Devised by the Company, and directed by Narushi Fukuda, FCLC '24, What Moves Me is the story of actors exploring their stories through their voice and movement to discover what moves them and what moves you, both literally and figuratively, in a world built by the creative minds of the designers. Performances Monday, April 22–Friday,
Join us for a conversation and performance featuring music legend and Belmont native Dion DiMucci.
Please join us for this year’s Distinguished Research Award celebration. David Chalmers, professor of philosophy and co-director of New York University’s Center for Mind, Brain, and Consciousness, will deliver the keynote address, titled “Can ChatGPT Think?” The following awards will be bestowed: Distinguished Research Award in the Humanities: Kirsten Swinth Distinguished Research Award in Interdisciplinary
Each year, Fordham celebrates our research accomplishments and shines a spotlight on the achievements of faculty and their student interns. The events of the day display the breadth and depth of research among Fordham faculty. President Tania Tetlow will deliver opening remarks, and Provost Dennis C. Jacobs will present this year’s five distinguished research awardees,
Adapted from the novel Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl (Andrea Lawlor), Paul is written and directed by Yev Gelman, FCLC '24. It's 1993, and Paul Polydoris tends bar at the only gay club in a university town thrumming with politics and partying. And Paul's also got a secret: He's a shapeshifter, transforming
Wolfgang Fengler, Ph.D., CEO of World Data Lab, will deliver a talk titled “The World of Tomorrow in Data.” This presentation will focus on World Data Lab’s advanced data-modeling tools, such as Population.io, the World Emissions Clock, and World Data Pro, emphasizing the importance of data in shaping a sustainable future for a growing global
Fordham Theatre presents the 2024 Playwrights' Festival. Enjoy new plays by Fordham Theatre’s rising junior playwrights at our annual staged reading series.
Join the International and Political Economy and Development program for a lecture with Denis Owiny, who is pursuing a Master of Science degree in international relations and affairs at Georgetown University. In fall 2023, he interned with the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C., where he worked with the African Studies department.
When a man discovers a call to the priesthood today, his process of discernment looks much different than it would have decades ago. In the past, men entered seminary younger, the application process was quicker, and their friends and family usually celebrated the decision. Today, the norm is much different. But why? In this original
Join local alumni, parents, and friends of Jesuit colleges and universities for an upcoming Honor Flight Welcome event at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. Multiple groups and organizations (including the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities) will be present to welcome veterans from across the country to our nation’s capital. The meetup
Join us for a gathering on disaster preparedness in NYC. MOSAIC, the Multicultural Organization Supporting Alumni Initiatives and Community, is sponsoring a panel discussion on Environmental Justice, followed by a “Go Bag” preparedness session led by the NYS Department of Homeland Security. In-person registration includes a free Go Bag (backpack) filled with emergency preparedness items.
Join us for a reading and book launch celebrating the publication of Emily Bloom’s new memoir, I Cannot Control Everything Forever. Bloom will be in conversation with writer Lauren Goldenberg. The memoir narrates Emily Bloom’s journey toward and through motherhood, a path that has become, for the average woman, laden with data and medical technology. Bloom
The alumni chapters of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., invite the Rams in the DMV area to watch the upstart New York Yankees take on the AL Division East Champion Baltimore Orioles! Alumni, family, and friends are welcome. Tickets are discounted at a Fordham group rate of $56 each. Seats are located in Club Section 258,
re you thinking about continuing your education at Fordham with a graduate or professional program? From business to biology, education to law, and religion to social service, Fordham’s graduate and professional schools embrace the Jesuit idea that we can be agents of change. Our alumni work in many ways to promote social justice, ethics in
Join us for a conversation about the new graphic novel Every Creeping Thing. Madison Morris will give a brief presentation on the spiritual inspiration and ideas behind the story, as well as the process of working on a long-form creative work as a Duffy fellow. The talk will be followed by a Q&A and a
Scholar Klara Naszkowska will discuss a new book about the history of women in the early years of psychoanalysis. Each life story is unique, yet each also intertwines with othes, sharing numerous recurring themes, such as gender, Jewishness, women’s education, politics, and migration. Many have been forgotten largely because of the sociopolitical circumstances of the
The Alumni Chapter of Boston invites you to attend the Celebrity Series of Boston's performance from the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Since 1998, Fordham and Alvin Ailey have partnered to offer a joint BFA program. Since then, hundreds have benefited from this unique partnership, defined by an equal emphasis on world-class dance training and
Members of the Fordham Community are invited to welcome Rabbi Katja Vehlow and Imam Ammar Abdul Rahman! Light refreshments will be served.
Ethan Hawke directs his daughter, actress Maya Hawke, in Wildcat, a biographical drama that he co-wrote about Catholic writer Flannery O’Connor. Hawke will join us after the screening for a conversation on O’Connor, the Catholic imagination, and making great movies about life’s big questions. Fordham’s resident Flannery O’Connor expert Angela Alaimo O’Donnell, associate director of
Join us at City Winery for an unforgettable evening at our annual High Line Bash fundraiser supporting WFUV. The legendary Billy Fields, Billy Allen + The Pollies, and Brandi and the Alexanders will be taking over the main stage. Proceeds from this event help support WFUV's public media music program and power New York City's
Join us on a guided tour through the Chelsea Arts District—the epicenter of New York’s international, contemporary art scene. Fordham alumni will be guided by professor Stephan Apicella-Hitchcock, head of the Visual Arts Department at Fordham University, and professor Vincent Stracquadanio through a curated list of galleries, featuring exhibitions across media. Whether you are an
Join the Alumni Chapter of Long Island as we sample beers at Sand City Brewery—owned by Fordham College at Rose Hill alumnus Bill Kiernan—in Lindenhurst. Registration is $15 per person. Each registrant will receive two pints and two tastes from the brewery's taps. Food will be available for purchase. RSVP by May 3. Please consider
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the Alumni Chapter of Northern California invites you to join us for a delightful morning of dim sum! This is an opportunity to come together and celebrate the rich heritage of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Don't miss this opportunity to indulge in
