Metro Campus Next Month

May 2025

1 Thu.–11/25 Tue.; Hispanic Art Exhibit, “Latinx Masks,” celebrating Latin cultural tradition of creating ritual masks that dates back many generations, showcasing works by FDU students who researched those traditions and presented them in creative ways, cosponsored by Hispanic Center and School of the Arts; Hispanic Center, Fourth Floor, Robison Hall, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed every Friday starting May 16), free, for information email oujo@fdu.edu.

1 Thu.; Virtual Information Session, Undergraduate/Entry-level Nursing, sponsored by Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, noon–1 p.m., free, for information email SNAH@fdu.edu.

1 Thu.; Virtual Information Session, Allied Health, Health Studies and Phlebotomy, sponsored by Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, 1–2 p.m., free, for information email SNAH@fdu.edu.

1 Thu.; Bring Your Own Business, helping students start their own businesses, hosted by Paige Soltano, director of placement/outreach, Silberman College, with Matthew Wells, executive director, New Jersey Small Business Development Center at FDU, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Room 2145, Dickinson Hall, 5 p.m., free, registration via FDU Handshake, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

1 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Trailblazing Immunology: From Fundamental Insights to Next-generation Vaccines and Cell Therapies,” Pankaj Mishra, principal scientist, BioCentriq, Princeton, N.J., sponsored by biological sciences; Room 1144, Dickinson Hall, 5:30–6:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.

2 Fri.; Friday Knights @ Greg’s, Vinyl and Vibes, cosponsored by student life and Transforming College Campuses; Greg Olsen Student Union, 8 p.m., free, for information email k.cothran@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

4 Sun.; FDU Day Spring Open House, for prospective students/admitted students looking to finalize college plans, meet faculty from various academic departments, explore student services and athletic programs, speak with financial aid counselors, take student-led campus tour, have lunch at BBQ picnic, receive 20 percent discount off FDU merchandise at campus bookstore, grab snacks at food trucks, mingle with FDU alumni, collect FDU giveaways and enjoy live music from local artists and bands; high-school seniors/transfer students can apply in advance to receive on-the-spot admissions decision, commit to FDU with tuition (and housing) deposit, sign up for New Student Orientation this summer and learn about housing and next steps for smooth transition to FDU this fall; Fitness Center and Lobby and Multipurpose Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email pereza@fdu.edu or go to FDU Day Spring Open House.

5 Mon.; Last Day of Spring Classes.

5 Mon.; Virtual Open House, Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, includes overview and Q&A session with MPH faculty; Zoom, 7 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email tracyt@fdu.edu.

5 Mon.; Late Knight Breakfast, food, live music, raffles, games and more, sponsored by student life; The Dish (Dining Hall), Greg Olsen Student Union, 8–11 p.m., free, for information email rmills@fdu.edu and l.darzano@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

6 Tue.–7 Wed.; Reading/Snow Makeup Days.

6 Tue.; Markets Update, Jon Budish, BA’77, MBA’85 (Flor), business faculty and founder, Budish Group, sponsored by Professional Development Program, Silberman College of Business; Bloomberg Lab, Room 2249, Second Floor, Dickinson Hall, 3–4 p.m., free, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

7 Wed.; Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school teachers/staff; Regional Center Office, Fifth Floor, Robison Hall, 10 a.m., free, limited seating, registration necessary, to register and for information call 201-692-2716 or email agmalone@fdu.edu.

7 Wed.; Buddies of New Jersey Onsite Mobile Unit for HIV Testing and PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis), cosponsored by Buddies of New Jersey, Inc. and student wellness services; In front of Greg Olsen Student Union, noon–4 p.m., free, get tested for chance to win $10 gift card, for information call 201-349-6790, for FDU community only.

7 Wed.; Pinning Ceremony, Entry-level Nursing Programs; Wilson Auditorium, Dickinson Hall, 1 p.m., free, for information email SNAH@fdu.edu, by invitation only. 

7 Wed.; Virtual Information Session, MSN Entry-to-RN Practice, sponsored by Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, 2–3 p.m., free, for information email SNAH@fdu.edu.

7 Wed.; Meditation/Mindfulness Group via Zoom, Charles Imbimbo, psychological counselor, Office of Mental and Emotional Wellbeing (OMEW), sponsored by OMEW (formerly S-CAPS); Zoom, 4 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2174 or email imbimbo@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

7 Wed.; Last Day for Student Withdrawal from Classes, until 5 p.m.

8 Thu.–13 Tue.; Final Examinations.

13 Tue.; Doctoral Hooding Ceremony, Peter Sammartino School of Education, Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health and School of Psychology and Counseling; Wilson Auditorium, Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m.; Reception follows, free, RSVP necessary (10-guest limit per graduate), doctoral graduates can RSVP to lugo@fdu.edu (for nursing), j.adams5@fdu.edu (for education) and r.mezzano@fdu.edu or j.jones1@fdu.edu (for psychology/counseling), for FDU community and invited guests.

13 Tue.; Virtual Information Session, Center for Dyslexia Studies Structured Literacy/Orton-Gillingham Teacher Training Program, next program begins in fall 2025 at FDU Center for Dyslexia Studies (Metropolitan Campus); Zoom, 4:30 p.m., free, to RSVP or for additional information call 201-692-2816 or email graceh@fdu.edu.

13 Tue.; Spring Semester Ends, 11 p.m.

14 Wed.; Fairleigh Dickinson University 82nd Commencement Ceremony; MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, N.J., 9:30 a.m., free, for information go to Commencement 2025.

14 Wed.; Buddies of New Jersey Onsite Mobile Unit for HIV Testing and PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis), cosponsored by Buddies of New Jersey, Inc. and student wellness services; In front of Greg Olsen Student Union, noon–4 p.m., free, get tested for chance to win $10 gift card, for information call 201-349-6790, for FDU community only. 

19 Mon.–6/27 Sat.; Summer Session I.

20 Tue.; Transfer Tuesdays, attend informative session with admissions team; connect with financial aid, academic services and transfer services; sign up for on-the-spot instant decisions via advance applications; join optional student-led campus tour; and get answers about credit evaluations, course scheduling, career development and more; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, 4–7 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email h.berry@fdu.edu or go to Transfer Tuesdays.

26 Mon.; Memorial Day Holiday.

27 Tue.; Virtual Information Session, Graduate Nursing (Nurse Practitioner MSN, Postgraduate Certificate and DNP), sponsored by Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, noon–1 p.m., free, for information email SNAH@fdu.edu.

30 Fri.; Memorial Day Holiday Makeup Day.