Diversity in the News at Fisher

Fisher Feminist Alliance Engages in National Leadership Conference in D.C. Members for FFA at a conference in Washington, D.C.

10/20/2025 - The Fisher Feminist Alliance (FFA) took its mission of advocacy and education beyond the St. John Fisher University campus this semester with a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend the National Young Feminist Leadership Conference, hosted by the Feminist Majority Foundation.

One Week, Two Powerful Lectures Dr. Robert Audi and Dr. Mark Broomfield

10/07/2025 - This October, the School of Arts and Sciences will host two powerful lectures exploring intersections of social science and the humanities.

Four Events Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Fisher Fisher students explore Día de los Muertos through an interactive event.

09/15/2025 - St. John Fisher University will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of events that explore culture, cuisine, and crafts.

First-of-its-Kind Continuing Education Curriculum for Acute Care Nurses Improves Patient Outcomes for Individuals with IDD A nurse comforts a patient.

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).

For Pharmacy Professor, Fulbright Brings Dream to Life Lisa Phillips (third from the right) with colleagues from the School of Pharmacy in Kenya.

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.

St. John Fisher University Selected to Join FirstGen Forward Network Logo: FirstGen Forward Network

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.

Professors Launch New Effort to Support Fisher Urban Scholars Dr. Jonathan Shelley and Dr. Anthony Siracusa

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.

Chablani Recognized for Advancing Women in Pharmacy Lipika Chablani

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.

Fisher Students Shadow Health Care Professionals at RRH Alana Crittenden

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).

Class of 2025 Honored with Academic, Campus Life Awards Members of the Alumni Engagement team with a student award winner.

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.

Oct 22
Voter Registration Table
11:10 a.m.
Oct 22
Clothesline Project Commemoration
5:30 p.m.
Oct 23
Viva La Vida Movie Night
7 p.m.
Oct 30
Día de los Muertos: Altar Inauguration
12:30 p.m.
Oct 30
Trick-or-Treat Yourself Trivia
7:30 p.m.
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