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BREAKING: 32nd University President Rev. Joseph McShane, S.J., Announces Retirement

Rev. Joseph M. McShane, S.J., announced his retirement on Sept. 2, 2021. He will officially leave his position at Fordham on June 30, 2022.

BREAKING: Flooding on Campus Following Tropical Storm

Tropical storm Ida has caused flooding in Garden Lounge, club offices, and the lobbies of McMahon Hall and the Lowenstein Center.

New Year, Same Rules: Mask Mandate Reinstalled

Fordham originally planned to not mandate masks for the in-person and vaccinated fall, but due to rising cases, it overturned its decision.

Class of 2025 Discusses Difficult College Decisions

The Class of 2025 is the largest class Fordham Lincoln Center has welcomed to campus, with students eager to begin their in-person courses.

Fordham to Require Masks for the Fall 2021 Semester

The university announced on Aug. 19, 2021, that all students will once again be required to wear masks indoors while on campus.

Fordham Welcomes the New Vice President for Mission Integration and Ministry

After spending six years as the provincial of the USA Northeast Province of the Society of Jesus, Rev. John J. Cecero has returned to Fordham as the new VP for Mission Integration and Ministry.

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Two children reading pamphlets at a May Day rally.

Labor Organizers Shine During May Day Protests

New Yorkers rallied throughout the city to promote workers and call for an end to corporate greed in May Day rallies around Union Square.

Clashes and Celebrations Unfold on NYC Streets

After Joe Biden was declared president-elect, people celebrated in the streets, after days of protests for Black Lives Matter.

Election Day in Manhattan

As of Nov. 6, there have been no widespread protests or marches in the city directly related to the outcome of the election.

Students Advocate for Voting in New Sunrise Movement Hub

Students created the Sunrise Movement for combating climate change opponents and hosted an event at Van Cortlandt Park to motivate voters.

New York City Delays the Start of Public Schools

Due to the pandemic, New York City public schools are facing a delayed opening; instead of beginning on Sept. 10, students are returning to school on Oct. 1 this year. A student and teacher reflect on the decision to delay reopening, as well as the risks of returning in-person.

Tightening the Circle: Police’s New Tactics in LC Neighborhood

As Fordham Lincoln Center students return to campus, they may notice an increased police presence in the neighborhood surrounding the university.

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