College News

Countdown to Commencement: Elisa Gendron-Belen Elisa Gendron-Belen

01/22/2024 - The next student to be featured in our “Countdown to Commencement” series is Elisa Gendron-Belen, a sport management student with a minor in international studies. Gendron-Belen was nominated by Dr. Katie Burakowski, assistant professor and chair of sport management.

RBJ Names Kieffer a 2024 Healthcare Hero Rebecca Kieffer

01/19/2024 - The Rochester Business Journal has named Rebecca Kieffer ’96, LCSW-R, director, Health and Wellness Center at St. John Fisher University, among the recipients of the 2024 Healthcare Hero Awards.

From Classroom Seat to Board Seat: A Historic Win for Fisher Student Isaiah Santiago at his swearing-in ceremony for the Rochester City School District Board.

01/18/2024 - On Tuesday, Jan. 2, Isaiah Santiago, a sophomore at St. John Fisher University, made history as he was sworn in as the youngest member to ever serve on the Rochester City School Board.

Institute Prepares Next Gen Family Business Leaders Members of the 2019 Next Gen Institute cohort.

01/17/2024 - St. John Fisher University is currently enrolling a new cohort for its Next Generation Leadership Institute, designed to prepare next generation family employees for leadership roles in their family enterprises.

Adam Bello Named 2024 Teddi Dance for Love Honorary Chair County Executive Adam Bello delivers remarks at the 2023 Courage Bowl Luncheon.

01/16/2024 - Monroe County Executive Adam Bello will cheer on St. John Fisher University students as they dance for 24 hours during the 2024 Teddi Dance for Love.

Countdown to Commencement 2024: Makhi Love Makhi Love

01/15/2024 - Each year, faculty and staff nominate members of the graduating class for “Countdown to Commencement,” a video series which recognizes the accomplishments of soon-to-be-alumni of the University.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Take Center Stage during 2024 Spirit of Identity Week Students at an event during the 2022 Spirit of Identity Week.

01/12/2024 - Beginning Monday, Jan. 15, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, students and employees can engage in more than 25 events and activities that will promote an appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion during St. John Fisher University’s 2024 Spirit of Identity Week.

Interfaith America Founder to Deliver Talk at Fisher Dr. Eboo Patel

01/12/2024 - Dr. Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith America, the leading interfaith organization in the United States, will deliver a lecture as part of St. John Fisher University’s Spirit of Identity Week. Free and open to the public, Patel’s talk is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, in Cleary Family Auditorium in Kearney Hall.

Campus Climate Survey Launches This Week Three students sit and chat on the Quad.

01/11/2024 - Beginning Thursday, Jan. 11, the University will launch the Diversity and Equity Campus Climate Survey, an opportunity for employees and students to share confidential and honest feedback about Fisher’s ability to create an inclusive, diverse, and engaging environment.

St. John Fisher University Announces New NCAA Division III Hockey Teams Logo: St. John Fisher University Athletics

01/10/2024 - St. John Fisher University will add two intercollegiate hockey teams to its athletic offerings beginning in 2025, and will be the first collegiate partner of the Rochester Ice Center, the program’s home ice.