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Fordham University, also known as The Jesuit University of New York is a University of international repute. The faculty and the students of this University are par excellence and have made a name at the national as well as international level. The professors are dedicated towards helping the students to progress and develop academically as well as intellectually and the University has indeed succeeded in its efforts to do this. Not only, the University campus includes the New York campus of Fordham University but this University is virtually connected internationally to about 190 Jesuit institutions across the globe. There are eleven graduate, undergraduate and professional schools at the University campus. These schools spread over the four campuses of the University i.e. two in the New York City and Two in Westchester County and these schools are ranked amongst the top schools in the nation. The Fordham University provides an excellent environment for its pupils. It has an excellent academic record, a professional environment and focuses on individuals with a view to develop them intellectually and spiritually.

Schools

The Fordham University has various undergraduate, graduate and professional schools to meet the requirements of its students from diverse backgrounds and career interests. Under the undergraduate college it has Fordham College at Rose Hill, Fordham College of Liberal Studies, Marymount College of Fordham University, College of Business Administration and Fordham College at Lincoln Center whereas under the professional and graduate schools it has Graduate School of Education, School of Law, Graduate School of Religion & Religious Education, Graduate School of Social Service, Graduate School of Arts & Sciences and Graduate School of Business Administration.

Fame and recognition

The various awards won has brought global name and fame to the Fordham University and has created it's individual identity in the field of education at the national as well as the international level. the various achievements it has made includes the winning of three Gracie Awards, the welcoming of the outstanding Fordham University Students by the Jesuit honor society, the joining of the University with the MSDN Academic Alliance, establishment of a new Doctor of Ministry degree program, the launching of 100th anniversary of the University Press etc. Recently the former South African justice spoke at the Law school, the leadership program was named to Rose Hill Sophomore and many more events.

Student Affairs

The Fordham University has a very active student affairs body. The body focuses on bringing alive the ideals of Jesus Christ, as propagated by other Jesuit educational organization worldwide. The student affairs actively indulge in creating a conductive environment for the growth of academic potential, intellectual and moral values in the students. Besides aiming at improving the knowledge base of its pupils it also strives to bring about the all round development of the students. The body works on an international platform that continuously has tried to excel in all the fields whether education or sports. At Fordham University we find various services aimed at meeting the requirements of the needy students like it has career services, health centers, counseling, disability services Ram Van Schedule service for transporting people in the University, food services, student life, Intramural etc. The University in terms of student’s affairs has set an example for the other educational institution and acts as a role model for them.

Sports

The Fordham University besides excelling in the field of education also aims at developing in athletics and sports and it has indeed taken measures to help the student athletes to pursue athletics seriously, like assisting them in their academic pursuits, looking after their attendance grievances thus maintaining a balance between sports and studies. Thus the Fordham University not only aims at the academics but ensures a multidimensional development of its students.

Library and Resources

Fordham University has an excellent library facility. The library includes various sources like catalogs and collections, Electronic Resources, Library specific Departments and services and Library information services. Thus the students have an easy access to a vast knowledge base to enrich their academic experience.

Conclusion

Summing up everything we can easily judge that Fordham University is one of the most prestigious universities in the United States which has always directed it's endeavors towards the betterment and all-round progress of its students, be it academically or spiritually. It is indeed in true sense "The Jesuit University of New York. Studying in this University would certainly be an enriching experience.

About the Website

The Fordham University website is very good looking and professional in all aspects. The home page is easy to access with all the links in front of your eyes. You can easily access the complete A-Z list of all the programs offered by the university. The website also has a good and professional looking sitemap that provides an easy access to all the links contained within the website. There is a Google search box at the end of the home page that allows you to make a search on the Google or within the directory of Fordham University. One of the best features of the website is that it offers “Virtual tour”, that offers interactive maps and pictures of the university campus including the important areas of Fordham University.

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Bronx NY 10458 US

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