Class of 2026 | Fordham

With humor, candor, and heartfelt stories of perseverance, famed broadcaster and former TODAY host Hoda Kotb encouraged Fordham’s Class of 2026 to embrace opportunity. “Believe in your ability to make it anywhere,” she said.

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Empire State Building Glows Maroon for Fordham Class of 2026

The Empire State Building once again shone Fordham maroon on the night of University Commencement, Saturday, May 16, celebrating the Class of 2026. The tribute atop this iconic New York City landmark honors graduates who have made their mark on the city and beyond.

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Then and Now: How Has Fordham Changed You?

With their high school and college graduation photos side by side, members of the Class of 2026 reflect on how their time at Fordham has shaped them.

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‘Be Fearless’ and Other Commencement Cap Messages

Graduates wore caps decorated to tell stories, give thanks, and hint at all they might become.

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As they prepare to graduate, Fordham students are reflecting on the experiences that shaped them over the last four years while looking ahead to what comes next. Some will step into roles at leading firms, others will continue their studies in graduate school—all carrying forward the values they’ve honed at Fordham into their professions and communities.

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5 Years, 2 Degrees

One year after earning their undergraduate degrees, more than 100 students attended Commencement again—this time to receive their master’s degrees. Meet a few of them.

MEET THESE DOUBLE RAMS

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Bold and Prepared: Families Celebrate Their Graduates

From first-generation college students to Rams who are part of a long Fordham tradition, grads felt the love of proud families and supporters. See our photos.

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Class of 2026 by the Numbers

It’s commencement season again, a time to celebrate our graduates’ hard work: classes attended, papers written, projects completed, ideas encountered, dreams brought closer to fruition. All of it culminated in the ceremony that took place on Eddies on May 16.

EXPLORE THE CLASS OF 2026 by the numbers

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Fordham Seniors Give a Message to Their Younger Selves

From the nervous first days in New York City to finding friendship, growth, and purpose—we surprised members of Fordham's Class of 2026 with pictures of them as kids. Check out their heartfelt reflections on their college journey.

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Social Work Grad Learns How Policy Change Gets Made

Nia Wallace studied in London, interned at a NYC social service agency, and attended a City Hall meeting with the mayor and the governor.

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Fordham Names 2026 Honorary Degree Recipients

At commencement, Fordham will award honorary degrees to two accomplished Fordham alumni: Gerry Byrne ’66, a trailblazing media executive and advocate for military veterans, and Maureen Corrigan ’77, an award-winning author and book critic for NPR’s Fresh Air.

MEET OUR HONOREES

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From Commencement Gown Back to Uniform: A Student Veteran’s Next Chapter

As she prepares to graduate AND return to active duty, Samantha McKenzie is inspired by her time at Fordham. “It’s been amazing,” she said. “Professors are supportive, and the vet center is a valuable resource.”

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We're so glad you chose Fordham, Class of 2026!

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Congrats to our #Bronxbuilt softball seniors!

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Grads share their dream jobs—then and now.

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