Education News and Events

Fisher to Offer AP Summer Institute to Area Teachers A high school classroom.

02/10/2023 - St. John Fisher University will host the Advanced Placement (AP) Summer Institute this July, giving area teachers the opportunity to learn best practices in teaching AP-level courses in their respective districts.

Grant Funds Renovation of Education Classroom One of the newly renovated classrooms in Basil Hall.

01/26/2023 - A $150,000 grant from the George I. Alden Trust will support the renovation of a classroom in the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education into an innovative, active learning space.

Fisher Reimagines Executive Leadership Doctoral Program A graduate of the Ed.D. program crosses the stage at Commencement.

01/09/2023 - In summer 2023, candidates enrolling in St. John Fisher University’s Doctor of Education in Executive Leadership (Ed.D.) program will experience a reimagined curriculum delivered in a hybrid format.

Education Students Publish Children’s Books The Tutu Teacher Vera Ahiyya

11/30/2022 - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education at St. John Fisher University is dedicated to influencing future generations of students and educators. Two students, Vera Ahiyya and Jenna Tremaine, have recently written and published children’s books in an effort do just that.

Honors Program to Host Keystone Showcase A student gestures to their presentation.

11/22/2022 - On Thursday, Dec. 1, the St. John Fisher University Honors Program will host its Fall Keystone Showcase to celebrate and recognize Fisher Honors Scholars’ projects. The Showcase will be held from 5:15-7:30 p.m. in Cleary Family Auditorium.

Ed.D. Candidate Wins Emmy Elaine Houston

11/03/2022 - Elaine Houston, an Ed.D. candidate at the Onondaga Community College extension site and investigative reporter at WNYT-TV in Albany, recently received a New York Emmy for her work.

St. John Fisher University Named Apple Distinguished School Students use their iPad during class.

10/03/2022 - St. John Fisher University has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2022-2025 for its iFisher: Next Generation Learning Initiative. Designed to enhance teaching and learning at the University, iFisher is an extension of the institution’s commitment to providing students with transformative experiences designed to help them achieve their educational goals and early career outcomes.

Fisher Honors Alumni for Commitment to Communities Fisher honored several graduates during the Alumni Awards Ceremony.

09/25/2022 - St. John Fisher University honored 15 graduates at a special luncheon and ceremony during Alumni Weekend. The celebration recognized Dean’s Medal recipients from each of the five Schools and graduates of the last decade with the Ten Under 10 Awards.

Fisher Set to Honor Graduates at Alumni Weekend Plaques from a past Ten Under 10 Awards reception.

09/17/2022 - St. John Fisher University will honor 15 graduates at a special luncheon and ceremony during Alumni Weekend. The celebration will recognize Dean’s Medal recipients from each of Fisher's five Schools and recent graduates with the Ten Under 10 awards.

Fisher Earns Multiple Spots on U.S. News’ Best Colleges Lists Seal: US News and World Report 2022-2023 Best Colleges - National Universities

09/12/2022 - For 12 consecutive years, St. John Fisher University has earned multiple spots on the U.S. News & World Report’s annual “2022-2023 Best Colleges” feature.

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