A screening of Translating (2011), with Nurith Aviv in conversation with Aviya Kushner, Jacques Lezra, and James Redfield Co-sponsored by Fordham’s Center for Jewish Studies, Centro Primo Levi, and Fordham’s
Nurith Aviv (Tel Aviv, Mandatory Palestine, 1945) has directed eighteen documentary films. Her works investigate language and move lyrically through the landscapes, collective myths, and intimate narratives that shape humans’
Join us for a screening of Sacred Tongue, Profane Language (2008), with Nurith Aviv in conversation with Ofer Dynes, Aviya Kushner, Jacques Lezra, and Moulie Vidas Co-sponsored by Fordham’s Center
A screening of Words That Remain (2022) and Bruly Bouabré’s Alphabet (2005) with Nurith Aviv in conversation with Gil Anidjar, Yemane Demissie, Cynthia Madansky, James Redfield, and Moulie Vidas Co-sponsored
Join us for a screening of From Language to Language (2004) and Allenby, Passage (2001) with Nurith Aviv in conversation with Gil Anidjar, Yemane Demissie, Cynthia Madansky, and Richard Peña
Immerse yourself in the heart of New York’s vibrant contemporary art scene with a guided tour of the Chelsea Arts District, led by Fordham’s chair of the Visual Arts Department,
Between 1973 and 1980, over 65,000 Soviet Jews, often referred to as "dropouts," immigrated to the United States. While they are often treated as a single demographic group, these Soviet
Join us for an evening of conversation about fashion and sustainability with renowned designers Henrik Visbskov (Denmark) and Brunela Ramirez (Peru). Our guests will discuss their innovative design philosophies, how
The film After: Poetry Destroys Silence juxtaposes two competing claims about poetry after genocide and unspeakable horrors: Theodor Adorno’s statement, “To write a poem after Auschwitz is barbaric” and Charles
The FitzSimons Presidential Initiative on Civics and Civility is hosting a virtual Q&A with Mónica Guzmán, author of the best-selling book, I Never Thought of It That Way. This conversation
Miyuki Kita, professor of American studies at the University of Kitakyushu, Japan, will examine an unknown, unacknowledged episode of the commitment of New York Jews to the Civil Rights Movement
The Center on Religion and Culture invites you to a free screening of the first episode of Wisdom Keepers, a new PBS series which seeks to revisit the perspectives that help us make sense of who we are and where we are going, particularly in these turbulent times. The series features interviews with some of
Get ready for an electrifying night with Fordham as the New York Liberty take on the Chicago Sky on August 21st! Join fellow alumni and friends for an unforgettable evening
Once again, the Fordham University Association invites employees to join our Summer Book Club and engage in lively group discussions at either Rose Hill or Lincoln Center in September. This
Once again, the Fordham University Association invites employees to join our Summer Book Club and engage in lively group discussions at either Rose Hill or Lincoln Center in September. This
Join The Bronx County Historical Society and author Becky McAuley for a book talk on novel Lost Indignation, a sprawling, original tale that transcends its vivid setting and musical minutiae.
Join us for an exclusive morning program designed to introduce the art-curious and aspiring collectors to the inner workings of today’s art world. Held in the elegant Private Lounge at
Tony-winning playwright David Henry Hwang’s comedy from Roundabout Theatre Company stars Daniel Dae Kim (Lost, Hawaii Five-0) as an Asian American playwright who protests yellowface casting in the blockbuster musical
Join us as we hear from several members of the Fordham Community about how they live out the Jesuit Mission in their work at Fordham. Presenters include Jenna Cook, Ph.D.,
Come hear Blair Braverman, one of the most remarkable young women you will ever meet. Braverman has completed some of the toughest sled dog races in the world, including the
Meet playwright Dominique Morisseau, Fordham’s new Denzel Washington Chair in Theatre, at her talk titled “Art as Righteous Indignation.” Morisseau’s talk will touch upon her personal experiences as an artist.
Join us for a screening of this world cinema classic, presented to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima. Hannah Holtzman, Ph.D., assistant professor of film
This year's commemorative events around the world, as well as the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize being awarded to the hibakusha organization Nihon Hidankyo, have renewed attention to the humanitarian consequences
A community engaged course, Art of the Interview, led by Professor Catalina Jordan, engages students directly with the Lincoln Square community, documenting neighborhood history through oral histories. Students are interviewing
Gregory Maguire is the acclaimed author of Wicked, which spawned a hit Broadway show and two movies, the second of which premieres in November. In a rare public appearance, he
