Arts and Sciences News and Events

Countdown to Commencement 2026: Brett Seaman Brett Seaman

02/16/2026 - This week’s “Countdown to Commencement” series features Brett Seaman, a pharmaceutical chemistry major nominated by Associate Professor Kevin Callahan.

Cafecito Spanish Conversations Bring Community Together Through Language and Culture Students gather around tables to practice Spanish conversation at Cafecito event.

02/16/2026 - Adjunct Professor and Fisher alumna Liliana Rucci has returned to Fisher to teach and plans to continue a tradition by hosting a series of Cafecito events designed to bring students, faculty, and staff together to practice their Spanish in a relaxed, culturally rich environment.

Register to Participate in the 2026 Fisher Showcase A student holds objects on display as part of a presentation at the Fisher Showcase.

02/13/2026 - Registration is now open for the 2026 Fisher Showcase, an event that features the creative and scholarly work of University students, faculty, and staff.

Hall Accepted into Prestigious Public Relations and Leadership Academy Aimei Hall

02/11/2026 - Public relations major and international studies minor Aimei Hall first learned of the EMERGE Leadership Academy through mutual connections on LinkedIn. With a goal of pursuing a career in public relations, it sparked her interest, and she felt compelled to apply.

Countdown to Commencement 2026: Shawni Hagan Shawni Hagan

02/09/2026 - This week’s featured student in the “Countdown to Commencement” series is Shawni Hagan, a psychology major nominated by Megan Walker, CSTEP/TRIO SSS advisor.

Martínez-Hernández Elected to the SACNAS National Board of Directors Kermin Martínez-Hernández

02/06/2026 - Dr. Kermin Martínez-Hernández, associate professor of chemistry, has been elected to the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Board of Directors. He will serve a three-year term and contribute to the leadership of one of the nation’s largest multicultural STEM organizations.

Seeking Student Commencement Speakers Ceyla Mentis speaks at Commencement.

02/06/2026 - The St. John Fisher University 72nd Commencement is scheduled for Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 with five ceremonies celebrating bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree recipients. Once again this year, the University is seeking student speakers through a nomination process open to all members of the campus community. Students may also self-nominate.

Countdown to Commencement 2026: Lily Gottstine Lily Gottstine

02/02/2026 - This week’s featured student in the “Countdown to Commencement” series is Lily Gottstine, a biology major nominated by Jonathan Schott, director of campus ministry programs.

Summer Fellows Research Program Dominic Tabechian conducts research in Fisher's lab.

01/30/2026 - Fisher’s Summer Fellows Research Program offers undergraduate students an opportunity to engage in faculty-mentored research in a variety of disciplines and multidisciplinary collaborations and has been a catalyst for some students’ research careers.

Fisher Announces Fall 2025 Dean’s List Honorees Official Seal of St. John Fisher University

01/29/2026 - St. John Fisher University recently announced the Dean’s List honorees for the Fall 2025 semester, which includes more than 1,500 undergraduate students.

Feb 24
Study Abroad Information Session
12:30 p.m.
Mar 11
Cafecito Spanish Conversation Group
4:30 p.m.
Mar 19
I Heart Fisher Giving Day
Mar 24
Study Abroad Information Session
12:30 p.m.
Mar 25
Cafecito Spanish Conversation Group
4:30 p.m.
Full Calendar