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A New Era for Lavery Library University leaders and local, state, and federal elected officials cut the ribbon at the Lavery Library Grand Reopening Celebration.

09/05/2025 - Modernized Lavery Library Reimagines How Fisher Students Research, Study, and Gather at Iconic Campus Space

Lecture Explores Hazing Prevention on College Campuses Travis Apgar

09/04/2025 - When it comes to hazing prevention, Travis Apgar believes too little progress has been made in the effort to eradicate hazing. By sharing his own personal experiences with current college students across the country, he is on a mission to inspire others to help end hazing and protect students from the harm it causes.

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.

Fisher Welcomes Class of 2029 to Campus Zy-Kerra Carmichael

09/02/2025 - When Zy-Kerra Carmichael toured St. John Fisher University with her classmates she thought she was simply enjoying a day away from high school. She didn’t know it was setting her on her future academic path. After the tour, she felt that Fisher was the place for her.

Fisher Celebrates Philanthropy in Support of Lavery Library On Wednesday, Aug. 27, members of the St. John Fisher University community gathered to celebrate the philanthropic generosity that helped shape the Lavery Library Modernization and Renovation Project.

09/01/2025 - On Wednesday, Aug. 27, members of the St. John Fisher University community gathered to celebrate the philanthropic generosity that helped shape the Lavery Library Modernization and Renovation Project.

Pharmacy Class of 2029 Earn their White Coats First-year students pose in their white coats.

08/30/2025 - More than 70 first-year students from the Wegmans School of Pharmacy’s campus and online pathways received their white coats during an annual ceremony that marks the official start of their pharmacy education. The ceremony was held on Friday, Aug.29, following a week of immersion and orientation for students.

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.

Build Your Nonprofit Leadership Skills at St. John Fisher University Students in the Ed.D. Program discuss their work.

08/29/2025 - The Center for Nonprofit Leadership at St. John Fisher University has opened enrollment for two courses aimed at helping nonprofit professionals strengthen their leadership and organizational skills.

Forbes Names Fisher a “Top College” An aerial view of St. John Fisher University in the summer.

08/28/2025 - St. John Fisher University was named to the Forbes 2026 America’s Top Colleges list. This list recognizes the top U.S. colleges that have demonstrated impressive graduation rates, high graduate salaries, and great outcomes for low-income students.

Niche.com: Fisher Dining, Dorms No. 1 in New York A Fisher student stands in front of the Upper Quad Residence Hall.

08/25/2025 - For the eighth consecutive year, St. John Fisher University’s Fisher Dining Services has maintained the No. 1 spot as the Best College Food in New York, according to Niche.com’s 2026 rankings. Fisher’s residence halls also earned the No. 1 ranking for Best College Dorms in New York.