Nursing News and Events

Fisher to Honor Alumni During Alumni Weekend Five medals and ribbons with Fisher logo

08/12/2026 - St. John Fisher University will honor 25 alumni and friends at two special celebrations during the upcoming Alumni Weekend, taking place Sept. 18-20.

Decade of Distinction: St. John Fisher University Once Again Honored as 2026-2027 College of Distinction

08/12/2026 - For the tenth year in a row, St. John Fisher University has been recognized for its continuing commitment to engaged, hands-on education by Colleges of Distinction. Fisher was named to the 2026-2027 list, recognizing its delivery of a high-quality undergraduate education that focuses on personalized learning, strong student-faculty relationships, a vibrant campus life, and successful student outcomes.

Campus Enhancements Continue Through the Summer Months

08/12/2026 - St. John Fisher University has continued its campus facilities investment with a $7 million slate of construction and renovation projects scheduled throughout over the past few months.

It’s a Three-Peat: Fisher is Top Winner in Higher Education Categories in 2026 RBJ Reader Rankings for Third-Straight Year

07/29/2026 - For the third year in a row, St. John Fisher University was named the top winner in all three higher education categories in the Rochester Business Journal’s 2026 Reader Rankings.

Fisher Community Making Headlines Wegmans School of Nursing

06/03/2026 - Faculty, staff, and students at St. John Fisher University continue to make headlines. Here’s a round-up of their recent accomplishments.

Wegmans School of Nursing Earns Prestigious INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards Endorsement™

05/14/2026 - The St. John Fisher University Wegmans School of Nursing has been awarded the INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards Endorsement™, a recognition that highlights excellence in healthcare simulation practices. Organizations who receive the endorsement demonstrate a commitment to pursue and sustain excellence in the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice®, designated as the “Cornerstone” Health Simulation Standards.

Class of 2026 Honored with Academic, Campus Life Awards

05/11/2026 - Each year, St. John Fisher University honors members of its graduating class who have achieved excellence in their academic studies and co-curricular pursuits.

Class of 2026 Graduates from Fisher

05/09/2026 - Across three ceremonies held on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, St. John Fisher University conferred baccalaureate degrees on more than 600 members of the Class of 2026.

Master’s and Doctoral Candidates Earn Degrees

05/09/2026 - St. John Fisher University conferred master’s and doctoral degrees upon more than 450 graduates during two ceremonies on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9.

Philanthropy Supports Students Pursuing Health Sciences A pharmacy student taking a patient's blood pressure

05/04/2026 - A gift in honor of a founding member of the Wegmans School of Pharmacy Advisory Board has established a scholarship for students pursuing the health sciences, and another gift from a former nurse will support nursing students facing financial hardship.

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