Fordham College Alumni Association

06/09/2026

Kailey Sigoda, Class of 2027, is the recipient of the FCAA’s Jim Dwyer Journalism Scholars Award, a $5,000 grant in support of her unpaid internship with L’Officiel USA, the American edition of the historic French fashion and lifestyle magazine.

Kailey is a Dean’s List journalism student with a minor in fashion studies who is also a Fordham cheerleader, a contributing wr​iter for the Ram and culture editor of FLASH Magazine. She has already been an editorial intern at D Home and D Weddings in Dallas, near her hometown of McKinney, Texas. She has already been an editorial intern at D Home and D Weddings in Dallas, near her hometown of McKinney, Texas.

According to Kailey, at her position at L’Officiel USA this summer, she will work on fashion editorial and will have the opportunity to write, do market research and editorial planning.

“I hope to pursue a career in magazines, with a specific passion for print journalism, something I believe still holds immense value in our community, no matter how digitally advanced we become,” said Kailey. “Together, journalism and fashion studies were and will always be my answer to the question ‘If you could do anything, what would it be?’”

05/31/2026

💵Don't leave money on the table! 💵

FCAA is here to help and submissions for the Jim Dwyer Journalism Scholars Award are still open, but only for another day or so.

Fordham College Rose Hill junior or seniors in the field of journalism could be eligible for the $5,000 scholarship.

Here's a list of basic qualifications and a simple checklist, but be sure to click the link to read all the details. https://www.fordham.edu/academics/departments/communication-and-media-studies/undergraduate-student-resources/cms-scholarship-opportunities/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSH4-9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeyTeoAvCGmd04qiUcuitqrAjtdiDtWYeb0vv7nfRece_I6MIvvRbQqjVIwAA_aem_ML-1omCWMDoctjk0xE2SCQ

We'd love to help our journalism majors out there, so make sure to share the post and direct them to email [email protected]. Submissions due June 1st, 2026!

05/30/2026

Robert Daley, Fordham grad, author, New York Giants publicist, NYPD spokesperson and New York Times foreign correspondent has died.

Robert Daley, a pro­lific author whose nov­els and non­fic­tion explored the grit and per­ils of police work, pro foot­ball, race­car driv­ing, and other sub­jects that drew on his life as a New York Giants pub­li­cist, a New York Times for­eign...

05/30/2026

Jubilee weekend is well underway at Fordham University. This year is dedicated to the Rams who graduated during the years that ended with 1 and 6. From afternoon picnics to class photos to the Jubilee Gala, everyone is bound to have a blast. Be sure to share your favorite memories with us!

05/21/2026

We've extended the deadline until June 1st for the FCAA's Jim Dwyer Journalism Scholars Award. If you know of a rising Fordham junior or senior who would like to apply for this $5000 award to support an unpaid summer internship in journalism/communications, see the details here.

Information on scholarship opportunities related to the Communications and Media Studies department (CMS)

05/20/2026

One of our fundraising auction items this past year was a tour of the CBS Broadcast Center with Fordham and WFUV alumnus Steve Dunlop, FCRH '76, who works at CBS News and generously donated his time. The winner, John V., from Houston, brought his two young sons, Jack, 11, and Will, 9, to NYC, for what they called "a magical experience." Here are some photos from their day: before a photo of legendary newsman Edward R. Murrow, with CBS Evening News Weekend Anchor Jericka Duncan, with Steve, and in the control room.

05/19/2026

Some of you have been asking about where they can find Hoda Kotb's full 2026 Commencement Address.

Here is the YouTube link:

“Believe in your ability to make it anywhere. You belong in every boardroom, every mountaintop, every C-suite. [...] If you’re not ready when opportunity kno...

05/19/2026

As part of Encaenia, the Fordham College Alumni Association presents an award to a student who exemplifies the Fordham Spirit throughout their college career. The award is actually a Fordham armchair, on which the recipient is invited to sit at the ceremony.

So who received this year's chair?

Luca Amaturo was a double major in political science and communications, known as one who gave his time to others, whether it was going to show up on his CV or not.

The Department of Political Science called Amaturo an outstanding student, noting that his work demonstrated a strong sense of ethics and empathy, not just to understand the many challenges that exist in the global political system, but to use that knowledge to suggest ideas on how to make it better.

The Department of Communications and Media Studies said the Lambda Pi Eta member went beyond volunteer hours and was a consistent presence for the national communications association honor society.

Outside the classroom, Amaturo contributed to the Fordham Ram and worked as an intern for the Center for Migration Studies, an NGO dedicated to defending the dignity and rights of migrants, refugees, and newcomers.

Pictured: Awardee Luca Amaturo receiving the Fordham chair from FCAA Treasurer Kris Venezia.

05/18/2026

Journalist and author Hoda Kotb delivered a thought provoking and uplifting speech to the class of 2026. But did anyone expect any less?

Be sure to read more about it here: https://now.fordham.edu/university-news/hoda-kotb-tells-grads-to-take-chances-and-trust-their-path/

What are your gems of wisdom as our graduating Rams go out into the world?

05/16/2026

Today is the big day! What is some advice you have for the class of 2026?

Fordham University graduates are in for a treat as they hear from journalist and bestselling author Hoda Kotb at commencement. They're bound to get some great words of wisdom as they move on to the next step of life and many of them dive head first into their first careers.

Leave your advice in the comments!