Fisher News

Internship Spotlight: Mammano Builds Leadership Skills Through Wegmans Internship

10/20/2026 - When Melania Mammano began as a cashier at Wegmans, she did not expect it to lead to an internship opportunity to gain experience in the multidimensional components of store management. But after some encouragement from management to apply, the senior honors student spent her summer learning the ins and outs of store operations through Wegmans’ Store Operations Internship, rotating through departments and preparing for a leadership role within the company.

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education Receives National Honor for Excellence in Educator Preparation

10/20/2026 - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. School of Education has received the 2026 Frank Murray Leadership Recognition for Continuous Improvement from the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP).

November First Friday Lecture Showcases the Frederick Douglass Collection in the Lavery Library A image of Frederick Douglass from Lavery Library's archives.

10/19/2026 - Learn about the robust Frederick Douglass Collection housed in the Special Collections held at Lavery Library at St. John Fisher University during the November First Friday Lecture, presented by Julia Novakovic, head of special collections and archivist.

Seeking #Fisher2027 Nominations for Countdown to Commencement Video Series

10/19/2026 - St. John Fisher University is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Countdown to Commencement video series, which spotlights graduating students who have made a meaningful impact during their time at Fisher.

Rice Invited to Deliver Talk at Smithsonian American Art Museum

10/16/2026 - Dr. Mark Rice, professor of American Studies, was invited to give a talk at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC on September 17, in conjunction with the opening of a major new exhibition, “Much Here is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial.”

Internship Spotlight: Conn Gains Startup Experience at NextCorps Conn during the 2026 Fisher Flight Program in Charlotte, NC.

10/14/2026 - Brennan Conn, a junior marketing major, spent his summer working with Rochester-area startups, gaining hands-on experience and applying his Fisher coursework through his internship at NextCorps.

St. John Fisher University Partners with Community Organizations to create the Haudenosaunee Heritage Pathway

10/13/2026 - Fisher has teamed up with the Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester Museum and Science Center, and Seneca Art and Culture Center at Ganondagan State Historic Site to develop the Fall 2026 Haudenosaunee Heritage Pathway document.

Fisher Community Making Headlines A fall day on campus.

10/13/2026 - Faculty, staff, and students at St. John Fisher University make headlines throughout the year. Here’s a round-up of their recent accomplishments.

A Look Back at Family Weekend 2026

10/13/2026 - St. John Fisher University students welcomed to campus their parents, guardians, siblings, grandparents, friends, and more for the annual Family Weekend.

95 Employees Recognized for Milestone Service

10/12/2026 - On Thursday, October 8, St. John Fisher University recognized 95 employees for milestone years of service during the annual Service Awards Ceremony.