Thomas Maier, FCRH ’78, is an author, journalist, and television producer. A former reporter for The Fordham Ram, Maier reported for Newsday for three decades, winning numerous awards. His book Masters of Sex was the basis for the primetime Emmy-winning Showtime drama. Maier is also the author and a producer of Mafia Spies, a six
The provision of whole-person care requires us to recognize the multidimensional impact that living with a serious illness has on each aspect of a patient’s quality of life. Conducting a comprehensive biopsychosocial-spiritual assessment lays the groundwork for the sensitive exploration of how serious illness and its treatment influence medical decision-making, especially for those who have
Join IPED and economics students following the Foreign Aid class as they present the Fordham Francis Index, a unique tool inspired by Pope Francis’ values and Catholic social teaching, that measures human well-being and integral human development around the world. Come explore how data meets dignity in this dynamic presentation from the Foreign Aid class.
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 and its impact outside of New York City. During the summer of 1963, 16 Queens College students—14 of whom were Jewish—traveled as far as the
Faculty Technology Day 2025 invites our community to confront the concerns and opportunities of AI through the Ignatian tradition of discernment. We hope you'll join us in exploring this important conversation through engaging discussions with a diverse array of thought leaders and educators. The full agenda and more details will be forthcoming on the website
A symposium to mark the centenary of Amy Lowell’s death and the 110th anniversary of her anthology, Some Imagist Poets. RSVP here to attend.
Join researchers from Fordham's faculty and the New York Botanical Garden for a fascinating conversation on ecology and sustainability. This event is part of Jubilee, a multi-class reunion weekend. This event is free of charge, and GSAS alumni are welcome to stay afterwards to enjoy the family-friendly Jubilee Picnic on Martyrs' Lawn. GSAS alumni can
Fordham Rainbow Rams, in partnership with the BC LGBTQ Alumni Council, invites you to participate in a conversation on queer flourishing in New York City. This Pride Month, join us for a proud evening of deeper dialogue and socializing. Dr. Jason Steidl, Ph.D., (GSAS ‘18) joins Dr. Dominic Longo (Boston College, ‘97 & ‘00), in
Join Eva Fordham, FCLC '01, and Jake Hungarter, GABELLI ’24, from the Alumni Chapter of Los Angeles for a discussion on the importance of health, wealth, and philanthropic longevity in today's rapidly evolving world. Jake and Eva will share key considerations for your financial and philanthropic planning in the years ahead. This event is free
Ray Takeyh, the Hasib J. Sabbagh senior fellow for Middle East studies at Council on Foreign Relations, will lead the conversation on Iran and the world. Speaker Ray Takeyh Hasib J. Sabbagh Senior Fellow for Middle East Studies Council on Foreign Relations Presider Irina A. Faskianos Vice President, National Program and Outreach Council on Foreign
Celebrate Constitution Day 2025 with pizza and a preview of the Supreme Court’s upcoming term. Robert Hume, Ph.D., professor of political science and vice dean for faculty affairs, will discuss trends from the last term and talk about what to expect when the justices reconvene in a few weeks. All students interested in law and
Join us in welcoming back our IPED class of 2026 cohort. They will present on their summer interships and language immersions. IPED students spent their time working and learning in a variety of private sector and non-profit environments around the world.
Rev. Thomas Massaro, S.J., will deliver this McGinley Lecture offering a theological assessment of the notion of meritocracy. The respondent will be Megan Bogia, Ph.D., assistant director of Fordham's Center for Ethics Education. The moderator will be Jonathan Crystal, Ph.D., vice provost for Academic Affairs.
Hundreds of land and environmental defenders from around the world have been murdered for their commitments to care for “Mother Earth.” Join us for an evening with Elizabeth O’Donnell Gandolfo as she invites us to contemplate what these martyrs’ appeals to maternal metaphors for our common home can teach us about the earth, ourselves, motherhood, and the
Francesco Ciabattoni will explore how Dante’s Divine Comedy draws from medieval musical traditions and continues to inspire contemporary musicians. His critical discussion of the poem will be accompanied by musical samples and performances—ranging from Gregorian chant and polyphony to rock ballads and pop songs—with Gianpiero Antonazzo (guitar) and Roberta Berzero (voice).
Ernesto (Trey) Feliciano, Physics Major, FCRH 2026 will present: "Mucin and Polyvinylpyrrolidone Solutions Affect E. coli Motility" Abstract: Knowledge about how bacteria move through viscoelastic media can be helpful in understanding how they move through medical solutions using such media or move through mucus to infect humans. Previous research has been conducted on how they
Delasia Rice is a career development professional with over 10 years of experience, specializing in supporting graduate students, particularly those in the Graduate School of Education and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences programs, as well as students applying to or navigating graduate school. She will talk about resumes, networking and interviews.
The Fordham community is invited to a film screening of Taking a Chance on God followed by a panel discussion, featuring: Brendan Fay, Filmmaker Mary E. Hunt, Ph.D., co-founder of the Women’s Alliance for Theology, Ethics, and Ritual Jason Steidl Jack, Ph.D., St. Joseph’s University, author of LGBTQ Catholic Ministry: Past and Present Bryan N.
This presentation will cover a range of issues that arise when mental health professionals conduct evaluations for Immigration Court. The nature and focus of forensic mental health evaluations in the context of Immigration Court proceedings will be discussed in order to set a framework for understanding the roles that psychologist (and other mental health professionals)
Íñigo Casares Pérez is the U.S. Education Coordinator at the Kino Border Initiative, where he has worked since 2023 after first serving as a volunteer. In his role, he designs and facilitates educational experiences that present border realities from a Global South perspective, accompanying groups in deep reflection about migration and justice. Grounded in his
Join us for a book launch of Robert Sommer’s new book, The Concentration Camp Brothels, published by Fordham University Press. In this seminal work, Robert Sommer reveals the hidden horrors of sexual forced labor within the SS camp system, a subject long overshadowed and seldom acknowledged in the discourse on the Holocaust. Through his rigorous
William Rehg, S.J., has joined Fordham as the St. Ignatius Loyola Chair in the philosophy department for the 2025-2026 academic year. He is the author of Insight and Solidarity: The Discourse Ethics of Jürgen Habermas (1994) and Cogent Science in Context: The Science Wars, Argumentation Theory, and Habermas (2009). More recently, he has written on
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. In her words: “I once had to admit to a mentor that I wasn't the charming, obedient, teacher's pet that she may have thought I
Andrew M. Simons, Ph.D., associate professor of economics, is an applied microeconomist focusing on research questions that have important policy implications for developing countries. These questions include: (1) understanding barriers to the adoption of health and welfare-improving technologies, (2) evaluating scalable programs and policies with the potential to minimize human suffering, such as social protection
Please join us for the NYC premiere of the documentary film Tiananmen Tonight, which looks back at CBS News' coverage of the pro-democracy protests in Tiananmen Square in Beijing in 1989. The film explores the role that news media play in covering breaking news and bearing witness to world events. The screening will be followed
