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The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

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The Student Voice of Fordham Lincoln Center

The Observer

TARA LENTELL

TARA LENTELL, Former Creative Director

Tara Lentell (she/her), FCLC ’25, is the former creative director for The Observer. She is originally from Kansas City and is majoring in international political economy on the pre-law track. When not making graphics or working on The Observer, she can be found watching television, reading a book or exploring a new museum in New York City.

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This upcoming tuition increase of 4.4% is in addition to the 6% hike in tuition that was implemented in the current academic year.

[Photo] Undergraduate Tuition Will Now Cost $62,990 For the 2024-25 Academic Year

By MEGAN YERRABELLI April 17, 2024

This upcoming tuition increase of 4.4% is in addition to the 6% hike in tuition that was implemented in the current academic year.

The 24-year-old American rapper embellishes Fordham's Jesuit values and is an outstanding candidate for an honorary degree at the 179th commencement ceremony.

[Photo] Ice Spice: Fordham’s Next Honorary Doctorate

By ANA WINSTON, Asst. Facts Editor April 1, 2024

The 24-year-old American rapper embellishes Fordham's Jesuit values and is an outstanding candidate for an honorary degree at the 179th commencement ceremony.

A stark contrast to the stage, Del Rey seems to be enjoying her new role serving the students of her alma mater.

[Photo] Lana Del Rey Spotted Working at Ram Café

By LIVIA REGINA, Contributing Jokester April 1, 2024

A stark contrast to the stage, Del Rey seems to be enjoying her new role serving the students of her alma mater.

The Jesuit Daily collaborated with the Fordha football Rams for something that you may or may not hang up in your home.

[Photo] Fordham Football Commissioned by Jesuit Daily Newspaper to Participate in Annual Calendar

By CHRIS MURRAY, Head Athlete Watcher April 1, 2024

The Jesuit Daily collaborated with the Fordha football Rams for something that you may or may not hang up in your home.

Youngest son of the 45th President, Barron Trump, attended a tour of Fordham’s Lincoln Center Campus.

[Photo] Prospective Gabelli Student Barron Trump Spotted Touring Fordham

By ALEXA VILLATORO, Fake News Editor April 1, 2024

Youngest son of the 45th President, Barron Trump, attended a tour of Fordham’s Lincoln Center Campus.

While the new ‘Seinfeld’ reboot will explore new themes on Fordham’s campus, it will also use Fordham’s campus to reprise many of its famous sets.

[Photo] Make Way: ‘Seinfeld’ is Coming to Fordham

By MATTHEW QUIRINDONGO April 1, 2024

Jason Alexander seen on the Fordham Lincoln Center plaza.

For college students from out of the state, Culture Pass is a convenient way to get out and explore New York City.

Don’t Pass Up On the Culture Pass

March 14, 2024
As a collaboration between the city's libraries, Culture Pass offers a convient and affordable way for people to experience the city.
Statistics courtesy of New York City Housing and Vacancy Survey (NYCHVS), 2023

[Photo] Graduate Student Workers and Fordham Continue Contract Negotiations

By ALEXA VILLATORO March 13, 2024

Statistics courtesy of New York City Housing and Vacancy Survey (NYCHVS), 2023

Faculty members debate over rising GPAs’ impact on academic rigor and fairness.

[Photo] Against the Grade

By SAM BRACY March 3, 2024

Faculty members debate over rising GPAs’ impact on academic rigor and fairness.

Fordham experiences a decade-long trend of rising GPAs, reflecting the national ‘grade inflation’ phenomenon.

[Photo] Easy A?

By SAM BRACY March 3, 2024

Fordham experiences a decade-long trend of rising GPAs, reflecting the national ‘grade inflation’ phenomenon.

The Grand Bazaar NYC is one of the oldest flea markets in New York City, first established in 1979

[Photo] Grand Bazaar NYC: A Philanthropic Flea Market

By SARAH SULLIVAN March 2, 2024

The Grand Bazaar NYC is one of the oldest flea markets in New York City, first established in 1979

Financial aid offers will be delayed for college applicants this academic year due to the new FAFSA format.

[Photo] New FAFSA Format Delays College Decisions

By Mandie-Beth Chau March 2, 2024

Financial aid offers will be delayed for college applicants this academic year due to the new FAFSA format.

Fordham’s IT department rolls out AI tools to enhance learning and admin tasks, emphasizing responsible usage in classrooms.

[Photo] IT Launches New AI Tools

By DURGA DESAI February 21, 2024

Fordham’s IT department rolls out AI tools to enhance learning and admin tasks, emphasizing responsible usage in classrooms.

Fordham seniors grapple with a paradoxical job market as overall job growth clashes with mass tech layoffs, creating uncertainty for graduating students in the face of economic shifts.

[Photo] Graduating Seniors Face Uncertain Job Market Conditions

By ANA KEVORKIAN February 21, 2024

Fordham seniors grapple with a paradoxical job market as overall job growth clashes with mass tech layoffs, creating uncertainty for graduating students in the face of economic shifts.

ResLife’s policy which prohibits residents from signing in overnight guests of the opposite gender is outdated and illogical.

[Photo] ResLife’s Overnight Guest Policy Is Outdated

By AVERY GRAFELD February 21, 2024

ResLife’s policy which prohibits residents from signing in overnight guests of the opposite gender is outdated and illogical.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s tweet in support of “Barbie” illustrates the corporate feminism which underpins the “snub” discourse.

[Photo] ‘Barbie’ Wasn’t Snubbed at the Oscars

By CHARLIE KUSTER February 8, 2024

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s tweet in support of “Barbie” illustrates the corporate feminism which underpins the “snub” discourse.

Daylight savings time is better for students’ mental and physical health – it should be made permanent.

[Photo] Saving Daylight Saving Time

By EMILY DAVIS January 25, 2024

Daylight savings time is better for students’ mental and physical health – it should be made permanent.

Out of all that were nominated, three main shows — “Succession,” “The Bear” and “Beef” — dominated the categories.

[Photo] TV Fans’ Super Bowl: A Recap of the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards

By JUJU JAWORSKI January 25, 2024

Out of all that were nominated, three main shows — “Succession,” “The Bear” and “Beef” — dominated the categories.

A committee of faculty, staff and students selected Burris following a seven month national search.

[Photo] New Vice President of Student Affairs Is Appointed

By STEVIE FUSCO January 24, 2024

A committee of faculty, staff and students selected Burris following a seven month national search.

During her time as the student affairs chair, Hutchins worked to create spaces where students can come together and spend time as a community.

During her time as the student affairs chair, Hutchins worked to create spaces where students can come together and spend time as a community.

President-elect Qureshi won with 45.80% of the vote and seeks to spread awareness of USGLC’s resources

[Photo] Qureshi Elected as President

May 3, 2023

President-elect Qureshi won with 45.80% of the vote and seeks to spread awareness of USGLC’s resources

President-elect Qureshi won with 45.80% of the vote and seeks to spread awareness of USGLC’s resources

Qureshi Elected as President

May 3, 2023
Tanzema Qureshi, Fordham College at Lincoln Center (FCLC) ’24, was elected on May 16 as the new United States Government at Lincoln Center (USGLC) president for the 2023-24 academic year.
Mahidur Rahman, FCLC ’23, reigned victorious in the Abu Dhabi Formula 3 race, despite a setback in the qualifier.

Fordham Senior Wins Formula 3 Race in Abu Dhabi

April 13, 2023
Fordham Senior Mahidur Rahman won his first ever F3 race. The aspiring driver is looking to take his motorsport career as far as possible.
mcshane

[Photo] MCSHANE DEBUTS ON BROADWAY

By ALYSSA DAUGHDRILL, Meme Connoisseur April 1, 2023

winner trophy

[Photo] The Mechanisms Behind Motivation

By GUS DUPREE May 4, 2022

Students often begin to feel symptoms of burnout as the end of the school year approaches

map of the bronx with different local public and charter schools labeled

[Photo] University Works To Accept More Students From the Bronx

By INSIYA GANDHI April 27, 2022

Fordham is actively engaged in recruiting local students from the Bronx and admitted 46% of Bronx applicants for the Class of 2025.

vegan foods for article about veganism with lay's chips and taco bell and oreos

[Photo] ‘Is That Vegan?’ My Toxic Journey With Veganism

By EMILY FITZGERALD February 18, 2022

Veganism isn't always the healthiest option even though it's often touted as much healthier than other diets.

map of nyc for article on walk for finals

[Photo] NYC Walks for When You Haven’t Started Studying for Finals

By ISABELLA SCIPIONI December 12, 2021

Take a walk down any of these paths to successfully avoid your finals studying.

purple light with bronx night market spelt on a building

The Bronx Night Market Wraps Up Another Successful Season

November 17, 2021
The Bronx Night Market, co-founded by a Fordham alum, attracts Rose Hill students and features cuisine commonly found in the South Bronx.
emily mariko's meals in graphic format with rice and seaweed and milk

[Photo] TikTok Influencer Emily Mariko Finds Comfort in the Mundane

By MADELINE SINOVIC November 10, 2021

Emily Mariko's life is TikTok-perfect in a very soothing way.

at the president's ball, students dancing under a tent with a red light on them

Fordham Hosts Its Biggest Event Since Beginning of the Pandemic

October 29, 2021
The annual President's Ball becomes the biggest event since the pandemic, bring students from both Rose Hill and Lincoln Center together.
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