In this public forum, three experts address the question: "How special is New York City?" Even after two years of COVID lockdowns, Mayor Eric Adams noted “New York City is not a problem, it is a stroke of genius.” This forum brings together three diverse experts to review this topic. Chair: Harold Takooshian, Ph.D., Fordham
The Fordham Foundry will be hosting its fifth annual Ram's Den competition, with $40,000 in total cash prizes available, on October 29. September 10 is the final deadline to apply!
Throughout the centuries, in Christian writings and homilies, the Pharisees have been called legalistic, money-loving, self-righteous hypocrites. That definition has become a label applied to Jews in general, as well as any persons or groups the speaker or writer despised. For Jews, however, the Pharisees are respected teachers of the past who are in some
Entrepreneurs are among the primary shapers of our culture, yet their role in driving progress and influencing society has often been overlooked. As far back as we can trace human history, there have been entrepreneurs. Almost five millennia ago, copper tool manufacturers set up a factory in what today is southwest Spain, profiting for hundreds
Join us for Fordham's annual Women’s Summit to hear from trailblazing women, including Tania Tetlow, the first layperson and first woman to lead the University in its 181-year history, in conversation with Adriana Trigiani, bestselling author, playwright, filmmaker, television writer and producer, and parent of a Fordham student. Spend the day learning from Fordham women
The Fordham Foundry is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its founding with a full year of programming and fundraising. The Foundry is Fordham’s Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and has helped more than 4,500 students and alumni from all of Fordham’s schools including Fordham Law, the Graduate School of Social Services, Fordham College, and the
Ram's Den 2022 is all about entrepreneurship and game-changers. Startups will share their pitches with venture capitalists and industry-leading judges. Join us to hear their pitches and network with potential investors, mentors, and advisers. A total of $40,000 will be divided among the winning teams. The competition is open to early-stage ventures that have a
It is more important than ever to share practices with emerging leaders in social services and education fields, as leaders and students need to understand the practical application of theories and policies. This symposium will address the re-occurring themes of leadership development, collaboration with communities, and the importance of diverse teams to bring about systemic
This event will bring together women asylum seekers and activists, organizational leaders, service providers, students, and professors, as well as NYC governmental representatives to identify some of the current challenges for people in forced migration situations in NYC, learn about added challenges for women and asylum seekers from indigenous communities, explore resources and best practices,
Women's equality, safety, and well-being worldwide have been under siege. This conference will explore how technology and art have been, and are being, used to address some of these threats. The Graduate School of Social Service Institute for Women and Girls will host this conference. Established in 2001, the Fordham GSS Institute for Women and
The International Conference on Cyber Security (ICCS) is the premier global cybersecurity event. It presents unparalleled opportunities for global leaders in cyber threat and risk analysis, operations, research, and law enforcement to coordinate and share their efforts to create a more secure world. Register now for an in-depth exploration into lessons learned from the before,
This conference addresses the moral complexities involved in the commitment to ethical spiritual care in institutional environments when priorities often conflict. What does it mean to take on the responsibility of being an advocate and moral witness in the face of a complex moral environment? Keynote Speakers Lisa Cataldo, M.Div, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Mental Health
Students from our community will be gathering in the new Campus Center to present their research via either an oral or poster presentation. It is an opportunity to celebrate the amazing research opportunities that Fordham has to offer, as well as the incredible accomplishments of our undergraduate researchers.
The Center for Community Engaged Learning, together with Fordham’s Laudato Si’ Sustainability Council, will convene community stakeholders, climate and environmental activists, students, and faculty in a half-day gathering to discuss the collective power of communities in taking a just, transformative approach to climate action. The summit will feature a panel and a keynote speaker alongside
Join us for the 2023 ARS Nova: Arts and Research Showcase. FCLC students from all majors and programs will display posters showcasing their original work—both completed and in progress. This annual event provides a great opportunity for students to discuss their academic and creative projects with an audience of engaged peers, mentors, and visitors! For
Founded at Fordham in spring 2014, Ignatian Q is a conference creating community, developing spirituality, and affirming humanity for LGBTQ+ students at Jesuit schools. Since 2014, Ignatian Q has been hosted by AJCU schools across the country, and Fordham is honored to once again be hosting it at our Rose Hill and Lincoln Center campuses.
This conference seeks to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas regarding social and environmental justice. Many complex challenges faced in local, regional, and international contexts and potential solutions will be presented during two days of keynote speeches and panel discussions. Many of us are aware of the problems; however, there are rarely efforts
Faculty Technology Day is a day full of fascinating workshops, stimulating conversations, and an exciting keynote address about the future of teaching, technology, and research. This is Fordham University’s annual conference expressly for the Fordham faculty to discuss and share their interests and insights about technology. It's also a year-end event to celebrate the faculty;
The Center on Asian Americans and the Law at the Law School is holding its second annual Summer Scholarship Conference.
Join us for an impactful event focused on veterans' mental health. This in-person summit is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow veterans, mental health professionals, and organizations dedicated to supporting our heroes. At the Veterans Mental Health Summit, you'll gain valuable insights through engaging and informative discussions covering a variety of mental health topics,
Celebrate the beauty of Fordham's diversity with an interfaith prayer and picnic with President Tania Tetlow. Bring a blanket and meet new people!
Fordham University and the Global Healthcare Innovation Management Center of the Gabelli School of Business, in partnership with the United Nations Digital Health Task Force, are pleased to invite you to a United Nations-sponsored event. The Digital Health Innovation Divide will bring together global health leaders in a unique role-play simulation that looks at what
Join us for Fordham’s annual Women’s Summit! As a part of Fordham University’s Laudato Si’ Action Platform, this year’s Summit will focus on sustainability and how, beyond climate change, we can all take bold, visionary action in our own lives. Fordham women, including our keynote speaker, Jeannette Ferran Astorga, GABELLI ’96, executive vice president, of
Co-sponsored by One Girl Inc. and Fordham's Graduate School of Social Service, this annual conference focuses on empowering women to become leaders of tomorrow. We unite women from all walks of life to speak about their experiences and expertise, hoping to highlight the endless possibilities they can take on.
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
