The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer
The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer
The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer
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Auricchio will leave Fordham to become vice president of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation.
BREAKING: Dean Auricchio Leaves Fordham

Laura Auricchio, dean of Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC), will be leaving Fordham effective Oct. 4. Following her tenure, she will step...

Faculty to Pro-Palestine Students: ‘Keep Speaking Your Truth’

Fordham faculty members have come forward in a show of support and solidarity for pro-Palestine student advocates as demonstrations have escalated...

Insights into The University’s Class of 2028

Decision day for the class of 2028 has passed. Regular decision acceptances for Fordham University’s class of 2028 were announced on March...

RHA Auction Exceeds Expectations

The Resident Hall Association (RHA) held its first charity auction since before the COVID-19 pandemic on April 18. The event raised over $5,500...

In Focus: Scenes From Today's Encampment and Outdoor Protests

  After a Gaza Solidarity Encampment was set up in the early hours of Wednesday, May 1, protesters from within Fordham and across the...

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James A. Felton III becomes the newest member of the University’s Presidential Cabinet.
The encampment in the Lowenstein lobby was organized by Fordham's SJP.
BREAKING: Fordham SJP Begins Gaza Solidarity Encampment
Students and faculty gathered and demanded that the university divest from investments connected to Israel's war on Gaza.
‘Divestment and Disclosure’ Rally Draws Hundreds
Shehu's first priority as USG president will be looking into the tuition increase.
USG Presidential Election Results Announced
Raz Segal discussed the South Africa v. Israel ICJ case at Fordham Law School, focusing on international law implications and Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
University Hosts Discussion On South Africa’s Case Against Israel
Fiona Shehu (left) and Lydia Williams (right) spoke about critical issues in a Debate hosted by The Observer on Tuesday, April 23.
United Student Government Presidential Candidates Debate Ahead of Election
The referendum aims to increase the student activities fee by $35 for the first time in 20 years.
Student Activities Fee Increase Passes Student Referendum
CITY
Classes were in session, Ram Van shuttles traveled across the two campuses and the university’s admitted student day events were proceeding during the tremors.
4.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Northeastern U.S.
Robert Fitzer, associate vice president for public safety said that the campuses will remain open and operate as scheduled.
New York City Housing Market Continues To Tighten
Public officials are tasked with effectively controlling rent prices and new housing developments to address the shortage of affordable housing.
First Day of Classes and Record-Breaking 1.7 Inches of Snow Coincide
Students returned to classes after winter break and were welcomed with a delayed opening due to snowy conditions on the first day of classes.
Students and Campus Ministry Renovate Prayer Room
The prayer rooms are being remodeled to better accommodate the growing Muslim student population.
Adams’ Budget Cuts Force Closure of New York’s Public Libraries Sundays
New York Public Libraries face Sunday closures due to budget cuts. Fordham students express concern for education resources and community programs.
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STUDENTS FOR JUSTICE IN PALESTINE
Students for Justice in Palestine at Fordham: An Interactive Timeline
Students for Justice in Palestine at Fordham: An Interactive Timeline
May 18, 2024

UPDATE: This timeline is an updated version of the one created by Sophie Partridge-Hicks published on August 29, 2019. The software previously...

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Photo from inside of the Randall’s Island Shelter showing the housing layout provided to migrants.
Fordham Welcomes Asylum Seekers Into Lincoln Center Area
By MATTHIAS LAI • January 25, 2023
Due to an influx of asylum seekers arriving in buses at New York’s Port Authority Bus Terminal, The Watson Hotel, located on West 57th Street, was converted into a temporary shelter for migrants by the City of New York on Nov. 10, 2022.