Education News and Events

Fisher Showcase Now Accepting Proposals A student presents research at the 2023 Fisher Showcase.

03/13/2024 - The submission period for students, faculty, and staff to share research or creative work at the 2024 Fisher Showcase is open. Now in its second year, the Fisher Showcase combines the former Student Research and Creative Work Symposium with the Fisher Scholarship Celebration to highlight the academic pursuits of the entire campus community.

Don’t Miss the Largest-Ever Spring Career Fest A student talks to a potential employer at the Career Fair.

03/12/2024 - More than 90 employers will be on campus during the largest-ever Spring Career Fest, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, in the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Athletic Center Fieldhouse.

Countdown to Commencement: Makenna King Makenna King

03/11/2024 - The next student to be featured in our “Countdown to Commencement” series is Makenna King, an inclusive adolescence education and mathematics major. King was nominated by Dr. Susie Hildenbrand, associate professor in the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education.

ePortfolios—What are they and what are their purpose? A student gives a presentation.

03/05/2024 - Have you ever wondered what an ePortfolio is and why it matters? With your electronic portfolio, you can demonstrate what you have learned during your time at St. John Fisher University, creating a living document you can share with potential employers.

Fisher Announces Fall 2023 Dean’s List Honorees Official Seal of St. John Fisher University

02/19/2024 - St. John Fisher University recently announced the Dean’s List honorees for the Fall 2023 semester, which includes more than 1,400 undergraduate students.

Two St. John Fisher University Online Graduate Programs Recognized by U.S. News Aerial view of St. John Fisher University's campus in the fall.

02/07/2024 - Two online graduate offerings at St. John Fisher University were recognized in the U.S. News 2024 Best Online Programs ranking. The rankings evaluate online bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in seven disciplines offered by regionally accredited institutions.

Fisher Flight Plan Takes Off to Boston Fisher students in Washington, D.C. during Fisher Flight Plan 2023.

12/01/2023 - This April, students will have a unique opportunity that requires a boarding pass, a stack of business cards, and 48 free hours. Fisher Flight Plan, an immersive career networking and exploration experience, will once again take off to a new city, and applications are now being accepted through Friday, Jan. 26.

TESA Hosts School Supply Drive School supplies including pencils, notebooks, rules, and scissors.

11/10/2023 - The Teacher Education Student Association (TESA) at St. John Fisher University is holding a school supply drive throughout the month of November to benefit Pencils & Paper.

Lavery Library Authors Event Highlights Faculty Members “Fresh Ink” A wall of books.

11/01/2023 - Four St. John Fisher University faculty members will share insights and summaries of their recently published books during Fresh Ink, scheduled to be held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the lower level of Lavery Library.

Rochester Education Foundation Honors Three Fisher Alumni Marlowe Washington speaks at a podium.

10/26/2023 - During its annual celebration, the Rochester Education Foundation (REF) honored three St. John Fisher University alumni, including Dr. Marlowe Washington ’19 (Ed.D.), senior diversity officer at the University.

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