Diversity in the News at Fisher
09/15/2025 - St. John Fisher University will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of events that explore culture, cuisine, and crafts.
09/08/2025 - The Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing at St. John Fisher University has launched an innovative, first-of-its-kind continuing education curriculum to help nurses deliver equitable care to patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
09/03/2025 - How many times have you said to yourself, “If I only knew then what I know now,” or “I could never do that”? Those are thoughts Dr. Elizabeth (Lisa) Phillips has said to herself many times.
08/29/2025 - St. John Fisher University is among one of 60 colleges and universities selected to join the 2025-2026 cohort of the FirstGen Forward Network, marking its demonstrated commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students.
08/06/2025 - Dr. Jonathan Shelley, assistant professor English, and Dr. Anthony Siracusa, assistant professor of history and community engagement, are piloting a new first-year program designed to provide additional support to students in the Fisher Urban Scholars program.
06/04/2025 - Dr. Lipika Chablani, an associate professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Wegmans School of Pharmacy, has been recognized for her commitment to mentorship, advocacy, program development, and leadership with the 2025 Knapp-Matuszak Award.
05/28/2025 - Five St. John Fisher University students engaged in a shadowing experience at Rochester Regional Health’s Sands Constellation Heart Institute through their involvement in the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP).
05/09/2025 - Each year, St. John Fisher University honors members of its graduating class who have achieved excellence in their academic studies and co-curricular pursuits.
04/11/2025 - The Student Government Association (SGA) rolled out the red carpet to celebrate a year of active clubs and organizations, creative events, and students who contributed to the fabric of student life on campus.
03/27/2025 - Two groups of St. John Fisher University students and employees spent their Spring Break engaged in service, giving back to communities along the eastern seaboard.