GSE will hold an Open House for prospective students at the Westchester campus tomorrow (Saturday, May 1st), from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon). The campus is located at 400 Westchester Avenue, West Harrison, NY. Driving and transportation directions can be found here.
In-Person Registration for non-matriculated students for the Summer 2010 semester will take place at the Lincoln Center and Westchester campuses on Tuesday, May 5th, and Wednesday, May 6th, from 1pm - 5pm. Click here for more information.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
End of Year Party: May 6th
Graduate School of Education End of Year Party:
"Go Green with GSE"
Thursday May 6th, 5:30-9:30
Cafeteria Atrium & Outdoor Plaza
All faculty, staff, and students welcome.
Refreshments and entertainment will be provided.
Monday, April 26, 2010
GSE In the News
Regents Plan New Route to Master's in Teaching
New York Times 4/21
But some deans of education schools expressed caution about he board's vote. "I have serious concerns about separating the craft of teaching from the knowledge base of teaching, and I think the regents are making a mistake in allowing the craft to be more important," said James J. Hennessy, Dean of the Graduate School of Education at Fordham, which has partnerships with both Teach for America and New York City Teaching Fellows.
Click here for the full story.
Look Who the "Cap" is Keeping Out
New York Post 4/21
The schools of education at both Fordham University and Boricua College are also putting together charter applications. Running a school would give Fordham's and Boricua's education majors first-hand insight into what methods work to raise student achievement and provide them with invaluable student-teaching experience. The two institutions already train a good portion of new York's public-school teachers -- and it's clear the city's students would benefit from them running charters.
Click here for the full story.
New York Times 4/21
But some deans of education schools expressed caution about he board's vote. "I have serious concerns about separating the craft of teaching from the knowledge base of teaching, and I think the regents are making a mistake in allowing the craft to be more important," said James J. Hennessy, Dean of the Graduate School of Education at Fordham, which has partnerships with both Teach for America and New York City Teaching Fellows.
Click here for the full story.
Look Who the "Cap" is Keeping Out
New York Post 4/21
The schools of education at both Fordham University and Boricua College are also putting together charter applications. Running a school would give Fordham's and Boricua's education majors first-hand insight into what methods work to raise student achievement and provide them with invaluable student-teaching experience. The two institutions already train a good portion of new York's public-school teachers -- and it's clear the city's students would benefit from them running charters.
Click here for the full story.
REMINDER: Open Houses This Week!
If you haven't already registered to attend one of GSE's Open Houses this week, there's still time to attend, or to pass along an invitation to someone you know who might be interested in our curriculum and teaching, psychological and education services, or educational leadership programs!
Lincoln Center Campus
Tuesday, April 27th
5:00 pm
113 West 60th Street, New York
12th Floor Lounge
To RSVP, email gse_admiss@fordham.edu
Westchester Campus
Saturday, May 1st
10:00 am
400 Westchester Avenue, West Harrison
Room 228
To RSVP, click here.
Lincoln Center Campus
Tuesday, April 27th
5:00 pm
113 West 60th Street, New York
12th Floor Lounge
To RSVP, email gse_admiss@fordham.edu
Westchester Campus
Saturday, May 1st
10:00 am
400 Westchester Avenue, West Harrison
Room 228
To RSVP, click here.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
In-Person Registration for Non-Matriculated Students
If you are interested in enrollling in classes as a non-matriculated student at GSE for the Summer 2010 Semester, In-person Registration will take place at the Lincoln Center and Westchester campuses on May 4th and 5th. For information about registration guidelines click here. Please be sure to bring proof of your undergrad or master's degree (a copy of your transcripts or your diploma) with you if this is the first non-matriculated class you are taking with us!
Please note the Graduate School Office of Admissions has moved to 33 West 60th Street, Suite 207, and read the new procedure instructions for the registration process of non-matriculated students at either the Lincoln Center or Westchester campuses.
If you are interested in applying to any of GSE's programs as a matriculated degree-earning student, click here to go to our online application.
Please note the Graduate School Office of Admissions has moved to 33 West 60th Street, Suite 207, and read the new procedure instructions for the registration process of non-matriculated students at either the Lincoln Center or Westchester campuses.
If you are interested in applying to any of GSE's programs as a matriculated degree-earning student, click here to go to our online application.
Please contact Linda Horisk, Assistant Dean of Admissions, at 212-636-6401 or horisk@fordham.edu with any questions.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Toy Story 3
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures presents... a "Cliffhanger Edition" of the all-new Disney/Pixar movie:Toy Story 3
Thursday April 21st, 7 pm
AMC 84th Street
The only thing you need is a valid Fordham ID!(student, professor, or administrator)
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Upcoming GSE Open Houses
Please join us next week at one of our upcoming Open Houses for prospective students. At either of these sessions, you will have a chance to learn about the Graduate School of Education's tradition of excellence and the education that our students recieve. Prosepective students also will have the opportunity to speak with faculty within their program of interest.
Lincoln Center Campus:
Westchester Campus:
Lincoln Center Campus:Tuesday April 27th, 2010
Lowenstein Building (113 West 60th Street)
12th Floor Lounge
5:00 PM Registration opens
5:15 PM Program begins
6:00 PM Faculty break-out groups
To RSVP please email gse_admiss@fordham.edu.
Westchester Campus:Saturday May 1st, 2010
400 Westchester Avenue, West Harrison
Room 228
10:00 AM Registration opens
10:15 AM Program begins
To RSVP click here.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
GSE Alumni in the News
"Washington Township Meets New Superintendent, As He Steps Into Budget Dilemma"
In his new role as schools superintendent, Jeffrey Mohre greeted about two dozen residents of Washington Township, telling the group he comes "in a spirit of communication and collaboration" as the K-8 district faces a drastic cut in state aid. Jefferey Mohre earned his master's degree in education from Fordham University. To read the full story click here.
In his new role as schools superintendent, Jeffrey Mohre greeted about two dozen residents of Washington Township, telling the group he comes "in a spirit of communication and collaboration" as the K-8 district faces a drastic cut in state aid. Jefferey Mohre earned his master's degree in education from Fordham University. To read the full story click here.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
BODIES: The Exhibit, Free Tickets for Teachers
FREE Tickets for Teachers Every Tuesday!Bring your school district identification or pay stub and recieve 1 complimentary adult ticket. No reservations required. You can obtain ticket at the box office. Additional tickets can be purchased at special guest rate of $16.
For more information about BODIES The Exhibition click here.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
GSE Events in the News
Finding the Other Side of the Arts in a Collaborative Juilliard Class
Students from Fordham University and Juilliard are recieving unique insight into the business of performing arts, thanks to a new academic collaboration. Bill Baker, PhD., Caludido Aquaviva Chair and Journalist in Residence at Fordham is teaching, "Understanding the Profession: The Performing Arts in the 21st Century" at Juilliard. To read the complete story click here.
Students from Fordham University and Juilliard are recieving unique insight into the business of performing arts, thanks to a new academic collaboration. Bill Baker, PhD., Caludido Aquaviva Chair and Journalist in Residence at Fordham is teaching, "Understanding the Profession: The Performing Arts in the 21st Century" at Juilliard. To read the complete story click here. Brazelton Touts Touchpoints at Young Child Expo
T. Berry Brazelton, M.D., emeritus professor of pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and founder of the Brazelton Touchpoints Center, told a packed room of educators on April 9th to embrace the developmental changes that young children go through, even if those changes bring turmoil. To read more click here.
Education and Career Workshops Broadens Horizons for Bronx Middleschoolers
Education and Career Workshops Broadens Horizons for Bronx Middleschoolers
About 40 middle school students from the South Bronx have a greater sense of thier educational and career potential, thanks to a two-day clinic organized by Fordham's Graduate School of Education. Students from the Hunt's Point Alliance for Children (HPAC) attended the Career Education Mentoring Program at Fordham's Lincoln Campus on Feb. 16th and April 6th. To read more click here.
'Nice' Employees Honored at Airport
Pittsburgh International employees are learning to 'be NICE'- to Neutralize Irritations that Customer Experience-- through training program offered by Fordham University's Human Resiliency Institute. Fifty employees were honored last week for going out of their way to help passengers or co-workers. To read more click here.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
NYC College Challenge- calling all volunteers! (Faculty, Administration, & Students)
Are you currently volunteering? The register for NYC College Challenge TODAY!
The College Challenge was launched by NYC Service (an initiative of the Mayor's office) to draw on the energy and talents of college students, faculty, and staff to serve New York City and make a difference.
This city-wide initiative is a chance for Fordham University students, faculty, and staff to demonstrate our commitment to our local communities. If you have volunteered at any community-based organization or for a service project this semester, you can go to the NYC Service College Challenge website and log your volunteer hours.
Need more incentive? The top ten students who log the most service hours will be awarded the opportunity to intern with the City of New York this summer. Fordham volunteers who register also have an opportunity to win cash prizes sponsored by the Dorothy Day Center for Service and Justice.
If you have any questions or trouble registering, please contact Sandra Lobo Jost at lobo@fordham.edu or stop by the Center for Service and Justice.
The College Challenge was launched by NYC Service (an initiative of the Mayor's office) to draw on the energy and talents of college students, faculty, and staff to serve New York City and make a difference.
This city-wide initiative is a chance for Fordham University students, faculty, and staff to demonstrate our commitment to our local communities. If you have volunteered at any community-based organization or for a service project this semester, you can go to the NYC Service College Challenge website and log your volunteer hours.
Need more incentive? The top ten students who log the most service hours will be awarded the opportunity to intern with the City of New York this summer. Fordham volunteers who register also have an opportunity to win cash prizes sponsored by the Dorothy Day Center for Service and Justice.
If you have any questions or trouble registering, please contact Sandra Lobo Jost at lobo@fordham.edu or stop by the Center for Service and Justice.
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