KEI SUGAE

KEI SUGAE, Creative Director

Kei Sugae (they/them), FCLC ’26, is a photo editor at The Observer. They are a theatre performance and economics double major. Being born and raised in Japan, they are very picky about their ramen, but are trying to find the best ramen place in NYC and will be taking suggestions at any time. They are also just getting into climbing and becoming one of those people who climb and will always talk about climbing. They apologize.

All content by KEI SUGAE

[Photo] A Taste of a Japanese Summer

By KEI SUGAE • April 30, 2026

Some traditional Japanese foods: green pepper ohitashi on the top, somen noodles on the right and hiyajiru on the left.

[Photo] AI Apocaloptimist? More Like Propagandist

By DOVE AJMANI • April 15, 2026

Filmmaker Daniel Roher dives into the human side of AI in his latest project.

[Photo] Don’t Fall For Fake Counterculture: Be Punk

By GEORGIA BERNHARD • April 15, 2026

A mural of the seminal 1980s hardcore band Bad Brains is pictured in Greenwich Village.

[Photo] Don’t Mind Me, I’m Having a Great Time by Myself

By KEI SUGAE • March 25, 2026

The counter seating prevalent in Japanese restaurants makes solo diners more comfortable while also allowing them an insider's glance into the kitchen making their food.

[Photo] ‘Painting the Border: A Child’s Voice’ Opens in Fordham’s Refugee Gallery

By MARGO CRAVEN • March 4, 2026

El Paso muralist and graffiti artist Jesús “Cimi” Alvarado gently guided 33 young migrants in painting their stories.

[Photo] Crush Your Opponent at Wrestling Speed Dating

By NORA KINNEY and MARGO CRAVEN • February 18, 2026

Before stepping onto the mat, wrestlers had to sign shared consent forms and don pink headgear.

[Photo] Students Formalize a Rock Climbing Community

By JANE ROCHE • February 18, 2026

Central Rock Gym has 12,000 square feet of climbing.

[Photo] Extreme Temperatures Cause Leaks at Fordham Lincoln Center

By ALEENA SIDDIQUI • February 18, 2026

A “code blue” was issued in New York City on January 19th due to persistent temperatures and wind chills dropping to freezing and below.

[Photo] ‘Paper Jane: 250 Years of Jane Austen’ at The Grolier Club

By MARGO CRAVEN • February 4, 2026

“Paper Jane” catalogs the life and legacy of Jane Austen through a mix of 110 carefully curated objects.

[Photo] What’s New, New York?

By MACKENZIE COOPER • December 3, 2025

Zohran Mamdani is currently in the process of hiring his new transition team ahead of his Jan. 1 inauguration.

[Photo] Where’s a Nice Meal on Thanksgiving Day?

By KEI SUGAE • December 3, 2025

[Photo] The Studio Museum in Harlem Reopens After Seven Years

By PAIGE ANANFACK • December 3, 2025

A Tom Lloyd retrospective kicks off a new era for the Studio Museum.

[Photo] Two Million Turned Out to Vote

By MACKENZIE COOPER and MICHELLE WILSON • November 5, 2025

Zohran Mamdani was elected as the next mayor of New York City on Nov. 4 and will take office on Jan. 1, 2026.

[Photo] Fordham’s Dance Minor is in Purgatory

By NORA KINNEY • November 5, 2025

Katharina Strenge, GSBLC ’28, took classes five times a week with dance majors, but her credits only count as electives.

[Photo] Rams’ First NYC Marathon

By LEEYA AZEMOUN • November 5, 2025

Avery Ash, FCLC ’28, finished the marathon with friends cheering her on along the way.

[Photo] Tetlow Talks: Keeping Up With Fordham

By MICHELLE WILSON • October 22, 2025

The university’s rebranding to strengthen its Jesuit messaging was met with mixed feedback from students.

[Photo] Run@LC Promotes Healthy Competition

By ANNIE LANAHAN • October 22, 2025

Run clubs have become a phenomenon in New York City and are a great way to build community. (Graphic by Grace Santoli)

[Photo] Writes, Camera, Action

By EMAAN EHTASHAM • October 8, 2025

This week, the play John Stengel wrote two years ago will open in the Kehoe Studio Theatre.

[Photo] El Orgullo de México Ya No Es. The Pride of Mexico Is No More.

By JOHN GARZA • September 24, 2025

Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez is a legend in his hometown of Guadalajara.

[Photo] AI is the Latest Addiction

By ANA WINSTON • September 24, 2025

College students should be aware of the risk of developing addictive behaviors towards AI.

[Photo] The People Yearn for Quality Cinema

By GABBY MACRE • September 24, 2025

Regal Cinemas launched the 2025 “Month of Masterpieces” program at select theaters across the country in September.

[Photo] Local Updates to Politics, Crime and Economy

By MICHELLE WILSON and MACKENZIE COOPER • September 10, 2025

New York City put an end to broker fees via the FARE Act, which went into effect on June 11.

[Photo] New Class, New Changes

By MACKENZIE COOPER • September 10, 2025

In spring of 2026, the new identity will be integrated into Fordham athletics.

[Photo] Authoritarianism is Imminent — Make Every Second Count

By LEEYA AZEMOUN • September 10, 2025

Straightforward, no-nonsense signs like these are an effective way to get a message across without risking disparagement.

[Photo] Seven More Marathons

By ANA WINSTON • July 15, 2025

A Week for the World participants ran seven marathons in seven days to raise awareness for climate change.

[Photo] Fordham Celebrates 180th Commencement

By MACKENZIE COOPER • May 22, 2025

Crust First

April 30, 2025

I do not agree with a majority of President Donald Trump’s actions, but one thing he gets right is the way he eats pizza. I am referring to the 1995 Pizza Hut commercial where Trump promotes the stuffed...

[Photo] Universities Stand Together

By MACKENZIE COOPER • April 30, 2025

The Trump administration has rolled back its visa revocations, reinstating the legal status of over 1,000 international students nationwide.

[Photo] Immigration Rights in the Current Climate

By MICHELLE WILSON • April 30, 2025

Shari Crittendon, Fordham’s general counsel and vice president of Fordham’s Office of Legal Counsel, moderated the event.

[Photo] Fordham SJP Hosts Detention Protest

By ALISON BEINHAUR and MACKENZIE COOPER • April 10, 2025

Both NYPD Legal and regular officers were in attendance during the protest, standing off to the sides.

[Photo] Is Everything Really a Recession Indicator?

By LEEYA AZEMOUN • April 9, 2025

‘Recession indicators,’ can include cultural and fashion trends that indicate consumer sentiment, in times of economic uncertainty.

[Photo] Mayoral Candidates Go Back to School

By MICHELLE WILSON and MACKENZIE COOPER • April 9, 2025

A group of eight protestors climbed on stage as city comptroller Brad Lander was speaking, chanting “off fossil fuels Brad” and “Black Rock Brad.”

[Photo] Visions of the Heart in Lipani Gallery

By NORA KINNEY • April 9, 2025

Kenzie Roberts poses infront of her work in Lipani.

[Photo] Allergy Season Springs Upon Us

By CORA COST • March 26, 2025

The CDC says about one-quarter (25.7%) of adults have seasonal allergies and nearly one in five children (18.9%).

[Photo] 9th Ave Justino’s Pizza May Reopen as Chicken Spot

By COLBY MCCASKILL • March 26, 2025

Justino’s on 9th Avenue is temporarily closed due to a broken water pipe. The 10th Avenue location is still open for business.

[Photo] How to Defend LGBTQ+ Rights

By MICHELLE WILSON • March 26, 2025

Fordham OUTLaws organized their annual symposium at LAW on the Lincoln Center campus.

[Photo] The Fight For Contraceptive Access

By MACKENZIE COOPER • March 26, 2025

Fordham Health Services cannot provide contraceptives due to the school's strong Jesuit beliefs.

[Photo] U.S. v. Education

By WILLIAM LEE • March 26, 2025

As the U.S. government continues to target education, political activism and advocacy are more necessary than ever.

[Photo] “Roots” is a Testament to Friendship, Nature, and Childhood

By VEE VENNING • March 26, 2025

Bouvier and Kulak’s joint exhibition touched on themes of childhood, family and environmental protection.

[Photo] NYPL Exhibit Spotlights Women Who Shaped Jazz

By SOPHIA STEPHAN • March 26, 2025

The New York Public Library of Performing Arts’ latest exhibition “Rhythm Is My Business: Women Who Shaped Jazz” features underrepresented female artists within the genre.

[Photo] The Rise and Fall of Freedom in ‘Cabaret’

By LAINEY COLLIER • March 26, 2025

Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho star in the latest Broadway adaptation of “Cabaret.”

[Photo] Don’t Text Your Ex

By RYANN LYNN MURPHY • March 26, 2025

Don’t give into the temptation; you’re better off without them.

[Photo] Argo Tea to Permanently Close in May

By STEVIE FUSCO • February 19, 2025

Argo Tea is a soon-to-be replaced popular dining option on campus where students can get coffee or snacks throughout their day.

[Photo] Time to Rethink Your Caffeine Fix?

By LAINEY COLLIER • February 19, 2025

Tea may be a better caffeine alternative to coffee and energy drinks for college students.

[Photo] Bag Charms and the Paradox of the Purse

By VEE VENNING • February 19, 2025

Emerging accessory trends, such as “trinkifying” your handbag, have a long and complicated history and are not as authentic of a practice as most have assumed it to be.

[Photo] ‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ is a Unique Take on the Tale

By NORA KINNEY and KATIE HOHMAN • February 19, 2025

Fordham Studio Theatre’s run of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow: A One-Actor Haunt,” closed at Whitebox Theatre on Feb. 15.

[Photo] Alcohol May Be Giving You Cancer

By TUCKER FLYNN • February 19, 2025

Bar 9 in Hell's Kitchen is frequented by Fordham Lincoln Center students.

[Photo] Davidai Event Stirs Controversy

By ALISON BEINHAUR and MICHELLE WILSON • February 19, 2025

Police and public safety officials were present in and around the law school in the event of protest.

[Photo] These Rams Ride Free

By BRIANNA KARLA SANCHEZ • February 5, 2025

In 2022, the fare and toll evasion in New York City reached “crisis” levels according to an expert panel convened in 2023. The panel advocated for a multi-faceted approach that tackled not just fare-enforcement....

[Photo] Alvin Ailey Sees Art in You

By LOLA CRAVATH • February 5, 2025

Ailey, a legendary choreographer and dancer, was dedicated to providing opportunities for Black dancers, through the establishment of his school.

[Photo] Law Students Aid Trans Doc Changes

By SAM BRACY • January 22, 2025

The ATLS organization at Fordham College of Law offers free assistance with the legal name and gender marker change process in New York State.

[Photo] Concerns in Subway Violence

By PARIS MATHUKU • January 22, 2025

59th St-Columbus Circle is a convenient subway station for Fordham students, servicing six lines.

[Photo] A Divisive Club Day

By ALEX WIRENGARD • January 22, 2025

Fordham students attend the spring club fair.

[Photo] A Complete Winter Style Guide For 2025

By CHENIYA BROWNLEY WATTERSON • January 22, 2025

Diving into the hottest trends of 2025 winter fashion.

[Photo] ‘The Intimacy of Prayer’ Leaves Butler Gallery

By NORA KINNEY • January 22, 2025

Photographer Chester Higgins’ work, “The Intimacy of Prayer,” discussed themes of religion and the personal connection that individuals have to their spirituality.

[Photo] I Wish That TikTok Was Banned

By TUCKER FLYNN • January 22, 2025

After less than 24 hours of TikTok’s absence, users regained access to the app.

[Photo] “It’s All Ash”

By MACKENZIE COOPER, Assistant News Editor • January 22, 2025

Dalia Lundquist, a freshman at FGSB, holds up a photo of a house from the neighborhood right next to her school.

[Photo] Having More Fun

By RYANN LYNN MURPHY • January 22, 2025

Being blonde, bold and beautiful is the key to having more fun in 2025.

A Day at the Columbus Circle Holiday Market

December 11, 2024

Mere steps away from Fordham Lincoln Center’s campus, Columbus Circle’s Annual Holiday Market returned this year on Dec. 3. Hundreds of vendors gather each December to sell hot drinks, food and a large...

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