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
Fordham Theatre presents the 2024 Playwrights' Festival. Enjoy new plays by Fordham Theatre’s rising junior playwrights at our annual staged reading series.
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
Prepare for social work job interviews with this comprehensive workshop. Participants will receive guidance on effective interview strategies, common social work interview questions, and techniques for articulating their skills and experiences confidently. Additionally, the workshop will cover salary negotiation best practices specific to the social work profession, empowering participants to secure competitive compensation packages.
Members of the Fordham Community are invited to welcome Rabbi Katja Vehlow and Imam Ammar Abdul Rahman! Light refreshments will be served.
Unwind, stretch, and rejuvenate with us during a virtual yoga class specifically for our young alumni community. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just looking to dip your toes into the practice, this session is designed to help you find balance, strength, and serenity—from the comfort of your own home. Join fellow young alumni for
Join us for Fordham University’s Second Annual Celebration of Cosmology, featuring talks by: Dennis W. Marks, Ph.D., FCRH '66, Professor Emeritus; Head of the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Geosciences, Valdosta State University; author of It From Bit: Power of Two Patricia Marks, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of English, Valdosta State University; author of Bicycles, Bangs, and
Join us for a night of celebration and the presentation of two distinguished awards. We will be bestowing the Father John Long, S.J., Award for undergraduate achievement in the Orthodox Christian studies minor and/or potential for postgraduate studies in the field and the Stella Moundas Award for Orthodox Christian Service, presented to a senior who
The Alumni Chapter of Atlanta invites you to a spring happy hour with fellow Atlanta Rams! Alumni, parents, friends, and family are all welcome to join. The event costs $5 per person and includes a selection of small bites, courtesy of the Office of Alumni Relations. There will be a cash bar. Space is limited,
Join us for this year's Baccalaureate Masses. Lincoln Center Church of St. Paul the Apostle 5:15 p.m. Principal Celebrant and Homilist: Rev. Kevin Spinale, S.J. Rose Hill Rose Hill Gymnasium 6 p.m. Principal Celebrant: Rev. John J. Cecero, S.J. Homilist: Rev. José-Luis Salazar, S.J. For more information or to volunteer, contact kanderson26@fordham.edu.
All graduates are invited to attend the University Commencement Ceremony at the Rose Hill campus. For more information on the day's schedule and adjacent events, visit https://www.fordham.edu/commencement/.
The Alumni Chapter of Northern California invites you to the Prescott School's Urban Greening and School Garden Clean Up. There will be sheet mulching, moving wood chips, and possibly composting as Common Vision reclaims a small field for vegetable growing. Come dressed to get dirty: We suggest jeans, boots, or other close-toed shoes and a
Join the Fordham University President’s Council for the Executive Leadership Supper: How to Leverage a Liberal Arts Background in Business. Discover the power of leveraging your liberal arts background in the world of business and gain valuable insights and strategies from distinguished leaders who have successfully navigated the intersection of liberal arts education and business
Join us for the launch event for A Breathing Place, written by Amelia Medved, the 2023–2024 Duffy fellow. There will be a presentation of Medved’s research and a light reception. Public parks are the theater of New York City civic life, serving as spaces of recreation, rest, learning, and protest. They host the diverse, occasionally
The Office of Alumni Relations, the Office of Government Relations and Urban Affairs, the Alumni Chapter of Albany, the state legislative alumni of Fordham University, and Tania Tetlow, president of Fordham University, cordially request the honor of your presence at a reception for alumni, legislators, parents, and friends. Space is limited, and advance registration is
The Fordham Foundry, Fordham University’s global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, and the Alumni Chapter of Los Angeles invite you to meet members of the Fordham community for an exciting, interactive networking and discussion forum focusing on the unique intersection of entrepreneurship and media, film, sports, and entertainment. The evening will begin with a tour
Whether it has been five years or 50, you will always be welcome back at Fordham. This summer, we're excited to welcome alumni back for Jubilee Weekend. Save the date! Jubilee Weekend will be from May 31 to June 2, 2024, at Rose Hill.
