College Basketball’s Overlooked Gem Turns 100
Sports Illustrated 03-11-2025
Fordham’s Rose Hill Gym is the oldest on-campus arena in Division I basketball, hosting Army barracks, concerts, legendary athletes and much more in its storied history. There are so few places like it in American sports that are still surviving—a relic of a bygone era that has been lovingly maintained and carefully modernized so that it remains standing for the current generation of basketball fans to enjoy without sacrificing the old-school charm that allows fans to transport themselves back in time.
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Happy Anniversary Pope Francis!
Vatican News 03-12-2025
Amongst the well-wishers are the organizers and participants in “The Way Forward 2025, An Ecclesial Gathering,” at Fordham University, a Jesuit research university in New York City. The annual gathering focuses this year on the theme Fratelli tutti: Cultivating the Politics of Communion and Compassion. The two-day forum, organised in collaboration with Boston College’s Boisi Center and Fordham University’s Center on Religion and Culture, Sacred Heart University, and Loyola’s Hank Center provides a space for bishops, academics, journalists and Catholic leaders to gather to discuss important issues affecting the Church today, with the synodal perspective called for by Pope Francis.
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& Juliet Broadway Performer Dubbed ‘Real-Life Hannah Montana’ Breaks Down Her Unconventional Double Life (Exclusive)
People Magazine 03-15-2025
Juggling a glitzy life in the spotlight at night and a studious academic career by day, Jhailyn Paige Farcon has been dubbed a real-life Hannah Montana. The Fordham University at Lincoln Center student currently plays Imogen in the Broadway production of & Juliet, all while juggling the rigorous demands of being a college sophomore and a professional dancer. “I’m so fortunate that it is legit in the heart of the city, and it’s so accessible to like different areas…and seeing how many artists, successful artists made it out of the program and worked on Broadway or concerts or commercials – the program’s just so great,” Farcon explains.
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Louisiana’s Jewish community protests nitrogen gas death row executions, seeing a link to ‘the decimation of our people’
CNN 03-12-2025
Nitrogen hypoxia also differs from historical lethal gas executions in a couple key respects: First, the fatal gas is not administered in a chamber but – in Alabama and Louisiana – through a mask worn by the inmate, said Deborah Denno, a professor at Fordham Law School who for decades has studied the death penalty and execution methods.
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Opinion: The Age of Trump Has Its Prophet: Pope Francis
The New York Times 03-13-2025
“For this pope has emerged in the face of perilous global trends that have at times left the forces of liberal democracy reeling — nationalism, populism, disinformation, xenophobia, economic inequality and authoritarianism. A world without a pope like Francis will in some ways resemble a Hobbesian dystopia without a prophet pointing to our better angels or a sensible idealist showing a better way,” wrote David Gibson, director of the Center on Religion and Culture at Fordham University.
From hospital, Pope Francis marks 12th anniversary
Reuters 03-12-2025
David Gibson, a U.S. academic who has followed the papacy closely, said Francis “has come to seem like the indispensable pope” for many Catholics. “Francis has really reset the expectations for what a pope should be: a pastor who welcomes all and judges no one of good will,” said Gibson, director of Fordham University’s Center on Religion and Culture.
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Columbia arrest becomes mayoral race focal point
Politico 03-11-2025
Fordham University professor and political scientist Christina Greer pointed to candidates like Myrie, Adrienne Adams or Lander — left-of-center hopefuls who are polling far behind Cuomo — as potential beneficiaries of a nod from the paper. The Times endorsement famously boosted Kathryn Garcia into a close second place finish against Adams in 2021.
Trump Is Unleashing a Chaos Economy
The Atlantic 03-14-2025
As the Yale Law professor Jerry Mashaw wrote for Fordham Law Review, “The authority of all law relies on a set of complex reasons for believing that it should be authoritative. Unjustifiable law demands reform, unjustifiable legal systems demand revolution.” That our elected officials are required to explain themselves, to give reasons for the actions they take, is a cornerstone of democratic accountability. Without clear reasons, it’s not just businesses that are at stake. It’s democratic governance.
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Meet Ed Martin, Trump’s ‘ball of fire’ top prosecutor in DC
The Hill 03-17-2025
Bruce Green, a legal ethics professor at Fordham University Law School, said that “all the problems” with Martin seem to stem from his belief that he is an attorney for Trump. “He seems to think that his job is to do Donald Trump’s bidding and/or to promote his interests, including his political interests, and that’s wrong,” Green said.
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Fintech Investor Ross Stevens Gives $100 Million for Olympic and Paralympic Athletes’ Financial Security
The Chronicle of Philanthropy 03-10-2025
Maurice Cunniffe, and his wife, Carolyn Dursi Cunniffe, gave $100 million to support the construction of a new science building on the [Fordham] University’s Rose Hill campus and to launch new and expand existing STEM degree programs. Maurice Cunniffe is a Fordham alumnus going back to his high school days. He graduated from Fordham Prep in 1950, and then earned a bachelor’s degree in physics from Fordham University in 1954. He went on to have a varied career.
Perkins Coie Sues Trump Administration Over Executive Order (3)
Bloomberg Law 03-11-2025
Lawyers have said the firm’s case against the administration is strong. Bruce Green, a legal ethics professor at Fordham School of Law, said the denial of security clearances denies due process for lawyers and their clients. The requirement that contractors disclose ties to the firm for arbitrary and political reasons denies their right to counsel of their choice, he said.
Catherine Mowry LaCugna’s feminist theology of the Trinity inspired a generation
America Magazine 03-11-2025
Born in 1952 in Seattle, Wash., LaCugna attended Holy Names Academy and Seattle University, from which she graduated in 1974. She earned her doctorate in theology from Fordham University in New York in 1979. After teaching stints at Fordham and Vassar College, she joined the faculty at the University of Notre Dame in 1981.
For advancement in hospitality, health informatics, and real estate, Fordham Master’s programs are the future
Times Union 03-14-2025
Whether you’re a recent college graduate or an adult who has been in the workforce for years, Fordham University’s top-ranked Master’s programs in hospitality, applied health informatics, and real estate provide unmatched opportunity for professional growth. And with campuses throughout New York City (Bronx, Manhattan, and Westchester County), one of the most dynamic cities in the world and global headquarters to numerous industries, Fordham is the ideal training ground for any level.
A New Fordham University Program Aims to Make Healthcare More Accessible
Westchester Magazine 03-14-2025
The healthcare industry is growing rapidly in Westchester and beyond. Patient and healthcare data are advancing quickly, with demands for health informaticians in healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance companies, among others. The Applied Health Informatics (AHI) masters program at Fordham University was developed out of a need for a practical, foundational approach to the subject of health informatics.
Wayland Native Running Boston Marathon, Fundraising For Homeless
Patch 03-15-2025
When he crosses the finish line at Copley Square, Angelo Ferreira won’t just be completing his first-ever marathon. He’ll also be raising money for Massachusetts’ homeless population. “My dad used to drive his truck out on Thanksgiving and deliver turkeys,” Ferreira said. The 23-year-old Fordham student, currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in finance, grew up in Wayland. His family, including his twin brother and sister, have deep ties to community advocacy.
US tariffs could impact job market, analysts say
Staffing Industry Analysis 03-04-2025
In a statement on Monday, Monster Economist Giacomo Santangelo noted the US labor market continues to exhibit robust growth overall in the healthcare and retail sectors. However, tariffs on industries such as steel and automotive can be a factor in reducing job opportunities. New graduates and those entering the job market face a challenging landscape, particularly in government or aide roles.
To love is to feel loss
Amsterdam News 03-13-2025
I have been thinking about the passing of Roberta Flack and Roy Ayers quite a lot lately. Both artists filled my home and my heart with melodies that seemed to bring me closer to understanding myself and my place in this convoluted world. Both artists represented a type of blackness that explored unbridled joys and pains as they exhibited unparalleled talents on their respective instruments,” wrote Christina Greer, associate professor of political science at Fordham University.
Opinion: There’s a better way to say ‘you’re fired!’
CT Insider 03-07-2025
“I have written and researched management subjects for many decades as a practitioner and academic. I can tell you virtually all of the research shows that ‘kindness’ and ‘truthfulness’ always work over the long haul for the betterment of the company, shareholders and employees. The ‘tough guy’ manager may win for the short term, but never for the long haul,” wrote William Baker, Ph.D., professor of graduate education at Fordham University.
On 12th Anniversary: Pope Francis’ Impact on Catholic LGBTQ+ Issues
New Ways Ministry 03-13-2025
Fr. Bryan Massingale, theology professor, Fordham University, New York: ““I believe Pope Francis will be known as one of the most consequential popes in Catholic history. . . .I never imagined I would hear a Catholic pope speak so warmly and positively about the LGBTQ community.”
Matt Gold/Margo Schlanger/Mihir Desai
KPFA 03-12-2025
Joining us is Matt Gold, a Professor of Law at Fordham University where he teaches International Trade Law. He frequently consults with U.S. business on the renegotiation of NAFTA and other U.S. trade agreements, has been consulted by the White House, National Security Council staff, State Department, and members of Congress on issues at the intersection of trade and national security, and he advised President Obama’s reelection campaign and was trade policy advisor to Joe Biden’s 2020 reelection campaign.
Woman Becomes a Nun at 17 to ‘Fulfill’ Her Mother’s Wishes. She Recalls Exact Moment She Realized She Had to Leave (Exclusive)
People Magazine 03-14-2025
Unlike cloistered nuns, [Maryanne] Braverman went to live in an active convent that worked with unwed mothers and troubled children, who were either considered “delinquent or PINS, which means [a]person in need of supervision,” she says. She was also taught classes in what was known as the “House of Studies” at the religious property in Peekskill, which was affiliated with Fordham University.
Meet the Cast of SMASH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
Broadway World 03-11-2025
He [Nicholas Matos] has also performed in several staged readings of new works including Wonder (Produced by Jill Furman) and The Female Pope with The New Group. He is currently earning a BA in Theater at Fordham University.
Open-Door Playhouse Debuts THE NOTE IN THE WALL In April
Broadway World 03-12-2025
Peter Prizel is the playwright. He is the author of two fiction books, The Fermented Savior and An Angelic Folly. He also writes poetry. Based in Bedford Falls, New York, he is the recipient of a Master’s Degree from Fordham University.
American Artist’s Love Letter to Octavia E. Butler
Hyperallergic 03-11-2025
“Parable of the Sower was set in a post-apocalyptic United States that mirrors the authoritarianism and precarity of our current moment. Butler knew California wildfires would grow more devastating with time, and in a harrowing twist, Artist’s former home in Altadena burned down in January 2025. Endless questions arose for me while viewing Artist’s exploration and appreciation of Butler,” wrote Alexandra Thomas, assistant professor of art history at Fordham University.
Grace Bay Club’s iconic Infiniti Sushi Bar reimagined, redesigned and unveiled in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
TCI SUN Newspaper 03-12-2025
A Detroit native, Young [Huh] attended the Cranbrook School, received a degree in English from Smith College and a law degree from Fordham University. While pursuing further education and an internship in interior design, Young discovered her true calling and founded her eponymous New York City-based design firm in 2007.
Two Remarkable Women Honoured by UJ for Changing Lives and Inspiring Generations
Good Things Guy 03-13-2025
Her [Barbara Masekela] words carried the weight of history – of a life spent fighting against oppression and working towards a more just world. Born in Johannesburg and raised in eMalahleni and Alexandra, she grew up in a politically conscious family. Her passion for education took her across continents, from the University of Botswana, Lesotho, and Swaziland, to Fordham University in the US.
Producer Joseph Di Palma Dies at 94
The Hollywood Reporter 03-15-2025
He [Palma] earned a B.A. from Columbia University in 1952 and, following his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, graduated with a law degree from Fordham University in 1958. A year later, he got his master of laws degree in taxation at NYU.
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2025 softball season is underway. Here are 21 top Stanislaus District returners this spring
The Modesto Bee 03-14-2025
Merzon helped lead the Lions to their second section and NorCal titles in three seasons last year as a junior. Then, a few weeks after a deep playoff run, she committed to play college softball at Fordham University.
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Hippo Ballerina Returns to the Upper West Side – VIDEO UNAVAILABLE
Spectrum NY 1 03-12-2025
This popular sculpture by artist Bjorn Skaarup debuted in Dante park at Lincoln Center back in 2017, and between 2019 and 2022, she and her copper tutu attracted crowds wherever she was placed, including the flat iron district and at Pershing Square Plaza by Grand Central Terminal. By placing this 15 foot 2.5 ton bronze sculpture as the centerpiece of Fordham University’s free outdoor sculpture garden, officials help visitors will also check out several other sculptures that were added for this exhibit throughout the spring.
