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Students grow frustrated at the difficult registration process for new classes.

Fordham Students Report Struggles With Class Registration

When registering, some students expressed dissatisfaction with the registration process and explained the additional steps they took to try and ensure a calmer experience.

Former Fordham President Gives Public Address at Historic Church

Former University President McShane gave his final public address as Fordham's president to graduating members of Abyssinian's congregation.

Differences in Fordham Campus Culture Drives Internal Transfers

After beginning their enrollment, some students find that they are a better fit for a different campus because of their major, interest in student organizations or simply because their preferred college experience does not match their original campus.

Fordham Professor Speaks on Juneteenth and the Haitian Revolution

According to Alcenat, the Haitian Revolution’s legacy recognized the concepts of race only historically without giving any validity to the white supremacist lens.

Fordham’s New President Assumes Office

President Tetlow began her term as the university's first woman and layperson president on July 1 and shared her excitement for the future.

Fordham Young Alumni Committee Looks to Further Engagement

After two years of virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fordham Young Alumni Committee (YAC) is setting their sights on increasing involvement and engagement within the university’s alumni community.

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The Journey of the D Train

The $2.75 fee of the subway is cheaper than the Ram Van, while letting students see two of the city's boroughs and to go shopping.

A Deeper Dive Into the Bronx River

Efforts are being made this Earth Week to renew, restore and conserve the Bronx River by the Fordham community with the Bronx River Alliance.

Several Injured in Brooklyn Subway Shooting

Several people were injured in a subway shooting in Brooklyn this morning, prompting the university to send emails of caution and of prayers.

Fordham Community Responds to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

Departments at Fordham allocate resources in solidarity with Ukraine, along with students holding a protest on the plaza.

Fordham Goes Maskless

Fordham lifted its mask mandate on Mar. 5, creating a mixed response among students according to a survey distributed by the Observer

Students Recount Hotel Quarantine Experiences

Students report having mixed experiences with NYC's free hotel quarantine program, citing poor food quality and cleanliness.

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