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To help you get in the Commencement spirit, we prepared a virtual toolkit featuring Fordham photos, signs, Instagram story templates, and more.

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Regina Hall’s Advice: Stay Grounded in Comedy and Compassion

“I’m grateful for so many beautiful memories and so much joy and fun [in college], but what I’m most grateful for is that there were no camera phones back then,” …

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Father McShane Returns to Fordham, Receives Honorary Degree

A familiar and beloved face returned to Fordham and graced the Keating terrace stage last Saturday during the University’s 180th Commencement. Joseph M. McShane, S.J., president emeritus of Fordham, was …

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They Did it! Fordham Employees Celebrate Earning Their Degrees

Did you know that there are roughly 40 Fordham employee graduates in the Class of 2025? Thanks to the University’s tuition remission benefit, employees can pursue degrees while working at …

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Where to See the Empire State Building Glow Maroon for the Class of 2025

What better way to get excited for the big day than seeing the city light up in your honor the night before commencement? Starting at dusk on May 16, the …

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12 Picture-Perfect Spots for Fordham Graduation Photos

From ivy-covered buildings to city scenery that became part of your everyday routine, you’ve been surrounded by unforgettable backdrops. These are the places that shaped your journey—and now, they’re the …

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‘Exactly What I Want to Do’: 3 Steps to a First Job in Health Care

After her graduation from Fordham College at Rose Hill on May 17, Alyssa Campbell will work in a health care job that matches her longstanding interest in helping and supporting …

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Fordham Vibes: AI Playlist by Comp Sci-Math Grad

When Flora Dedvukaj heard about an opportunity to get hands-on experience with AI and machine learning, she jumped at the chance. Last spring, the Saddle River, New Jersey, native joined …

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Putting Accounting Skills to Work for a Greener Future

Jade Catherine Petalcorin saw herself as a “STEM girl” through and through. But when it came to figuring out her career path, she was less certain. After a high school …

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MBA Grad: Startups and Team Building in the ‘Land of Legends and Lions’

Harsh Thakkar hails from Gujarat, a part of India known as “the land of legends and lions.” He endeavors to embody his region’s proud legacy of leadership as he strives …

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FAQs | Fordham Commencement 2025

Fordham’s 180th Commencement is just around the corner, and we’re getting ready to celebrate the incredible Class of 2025. Here’s everything you need to help you feel prepared and excited …

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Empire State Building to Shine Maroon for Fordham Class of 2025

The lights of the Empire State Building will shine bright in Fordham maroon for the Class of 2025 on the eve of commencement, Friday, May 16. This iconic NYC tribute …

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