Democracy on Campus: Valuing Both Student and National Elections
October 28, 2020
Most students do not pay close attention to the closest political landscape that impacts their daily lives: student government.
Students Say Presidential Candidates Neglect BLM
By JOE KOTTKE
October 28, 2020
In an anonymous survey from The Observer, 50.7% of respondents said that they view policing as being the most pressing issue right now.
Challenges of Voting During a Pandemic
By ALLIE STOFER
October 28, 2020
First-time voters and college students must choose how they want to vote this year while navigating the threat of COVID-19 and trying to stay safe.
Social Media Takes Center Stage for Political Activism
October 27, 2020
Particularly among younger adults, the use of social media has become the No. 1 source for learning about politics and elections.
The Role of Politics in Relationships — Neutral, Insidious or Destructive?
October 26, 2020
The Observer's political survey respondents share experiences with the role of politics in personal relationships.
The Choice to Vote Polarizes Student Body
By JOE KOTTKE
October 26, 2020
A short survey prompting students on their opinions of their peers who choose not to vote produced polarizing results.
BREAKING: Spring Study Abroad Programs Canceled
By JOE KOTTKE
October 20, 2020
Dennis Jacobs, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs, announced the suspension of Fordham’s spring study abroad programs in a community-wide email on Oct. 20.
Students Advocate for Voting in New Sunrise Movement Hub
By JOE KOTTKE
October 18, 2020
Students created the Sunrise Movement for combating climate change opponents and hosted an event at Van Cortlandt Park to motivate voters.
Fordham Angel Fund Paves Way for Student Entrepreneurs
October 18, 2020
The Fordham Angel Fund is a new way for student entrepreneurs to gain expert mentorship and possibly $25,000 in investment capital.
Reopening in a Hotspot: Fordham’s COVID-19 Response Compared to Other NYC Schools
By KATRINA LAMBERT, JOE KOTTKE, and MICHELLE AGARON
October 15, 2020
Despite recieving an F for COVID-19 communication, Fordham has managed to keep COVID-19 case relatively low on campus compared to other NYC schools.
Fordham Anti-Racist Alumni Collective Survey Supports Testimonies of Racism
October 15, 2020
The Fordham Anti-Racist Alumni Collective launched a survey about the different experiences black and white students have on campus.
Finding Space for Sexuality on a Jesuit Campus
By KAT EHRING
October 15, 2020
On Oct. 8, the LGBTQ Month Committee led a digital dialogue about religion, culture and sexuality with professors and student leaders as guest speakers. Members of the Fordham community shared their experiences being queer on "God's campus."
