GSE News and Events

Join Us for the Barbara L. Jackson, Ed.D., Lecture on November 18

The Fordham Graduate School of Education and the Division of Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy invite you to a special keynote address by Rosa Rivera-McCutchen, Ph.D.

🗓️ Radical Care: Leading for Justice in Schools and Beyond
📅 Date: Monday, November 18, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:30 p.m. ET
🏛️ Location: 12th-Floor Lounge, E. Gerald Corrigan Conference Center, Lowenstein Center, Lincoln Center Campus

In this keynote address, Rosa Rivera-McCutchen, Ph.D. an author and educator, will present her groundbreaking concept of radical care—a leadership practice centered on anti-racism and equity in schools. Drawing from her book, Radical Care: Leading for Justice in Urban Schools, Rivera-McCutchen will offer insights into how school leaders can cultivate more equitable and just learning environments. Attendees will gain practical strategies for fostering supportive and affirming experiences for marginalized students, while working toward systemic transformation in education.

Presented by
Rosa Rivera-McCutchen, Ph.D., Professor of Administration & Supervision, CUNY Hunter College
Rosa Rivera-McCutchen is dedicated to advancing justice and equity in education. A former Bronx public school teacher and first-generation college graduate, she brings personal experience to her work as a scholar, educator, and activist. She is the author of Radical Care: Leading for Justice in Urban Schools and a faculty affiliate at the CUNY Graduate Center and the NYU Metro Center. Learn more at www.rrmphd.com.

About the Barbara L. Jackson, Ed.D., Lecture
Barbara L. Jackson, Ed.D., was a distinguished professor at the Fordham Graduate School of Education, where she led the Division of Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy. This lecture series honors her legacy of scholarship and contributions to the field of educational leadership.

Join Us for Open Houses - Virtual Options Available

Discover the opportunities awaiting you at Fordham's Graduate School of Education. Explore our programs, meet faculty, and find out how GSE can help you achieve your professional goals. Pick the event that fits your interests and schedule below:

🗓️ Counseling and School Psychology Open House
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Online
🔎 Details: Learn about our Counseling and School Psychology programs.

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🗓️ Teaching and Educational Leadership Open House
📅 Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Online
🔎 Details: Discover our Teaching and Leadership programs.

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🗓️ GSE December 2024 Open House
📅 Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Online
🔎 Details: Join us to explore all programs!

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🗓️ Open House: Educational Leadership, Administration and Policy Programs for Lower Hudson Valley Education Leaders
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM ET
📍 Location: Fordham University - Westchester Campus
400 Westchester Ave, West Harrison, NY 10604, United States

🔎 What to Expect:

Meet the faculty
Talk with alumni and community members
Learn about the programs and their benefits

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🗓️ Open House for All Programs
📅 Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Online
🔎 Details: Explore all programs in this comprehensive session.

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