Metro Campus This Month

To submit an event, contact Mary Ann Bautista at mary_ann_bautista@fdu.edu

June 2025

2 Mon.–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.–Thu., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., free, for information email oujo@fdu.edu.

2 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.

4 Wed.; TIAA On-campus Individual Counseling, Joseph Del Grande, TIAA financial consultant, sponsored by human resources; Room 3333, Third Floor, Dickinson Hall, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., free, by appointment, for appointment and information call 201-498-8306 or email Joe.DelGrande@tiaa.org, for FDU faculty and staff only.

5 Thu.; FDU Forward Celebration: Honor Our Past. Transform Our Future, honoring Lifetime Achievement Awardee Steven Kirshblum, BS’81 (Metro), chief medical officer, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; professor and chair, physical medicine and rehabilitation, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, N.J.; and chief medical officer, Kessler Foundation, East Hanover, N.J.; The PINNACLE Society Honorees: Stephen Bozer, MBA’06 (Metro), senior vice president of human health, Flavine North America, Inc.; Camilla Olson, MBA’80 (Metro), serial entrepreneur, inventor and former fashion designer; and Peter Sacco, BSEE’94 (Metro), president and founder, PTS Data Center Solutions, Inc.; and FDU Forward Transformational Honoree Andrea Melchiorre, FDU parent and graduate student with passion for mental health advocacy; Mansion Mall, Florham Campus, ceremonies begin 6:30 p.m., cocktail/dinner reception 7:30 p.m., smart casual attire, sponsorships opportunities available, registration necessary, for information and registration go to FDU Forward Celebration, for inquiries email j.herr@fdu.edu or call 201-692-7011.

9 Mon.–7/19 Sat.; Summer Session II.

10 Tue.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree, Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management and Certificate in Health Care Management; Cafeteria, Valley Hospital, 4 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus, N.J., 11 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information email c.costa1@fdu.edu or go to Master of Healthcare Administration, Master of Public Administration or Certificate in Health Care Management.

10 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.

14 Sat.; Latino Promise Program Saturday Tour, learn about Latino Promise and HACER (Hispanics Achieving College Education Recognition) programs, explore campus, ask questions and enjoy pizza; Admissions Office, Third Floor, Dickinson Hall, 10 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-638-3117 or email israel@fdu.edu.

14 Sat.; Juneteenth Celebration Brunch, celebrate heritage, culture and community with fellow alumni, hosted by Black Alumni Chapter; Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, noon–3 p.m., $50 (includes brunch and soul food catering experience, mimosas, nonalcoholic beverages and FDU gift), RSVP necessary by 6/11 Wed., 20 percent of all registration fees go directly to support FDU Student Emergency Fund, for information go to Juneteenth Celebration Brunch, for inquiries email fdualumni@fdu.edu or call 201-692-7106, for FDU alumni and their guests 21 years and up only.

17 Tue.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree, Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management and Certificate in Health Care Management; Outside Cafeteria, The Valley Hospital Dorothy B. Kraft Center, 15 Essex Road, Paramus, N.J., 11 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information email c.costa1@fdu.edu or go to Master of Healthcare Administration, Master of Public Administration or Certificate in Healthcare Management.

17 Tue.; Master of Social Work (MSW) Virtual Information Session, program overview and Q&A session with program director and faculty; Zoom, 6–7:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email tracyt@fdu.edu.

18 Wed.; Metropolitan Campus Student Orientation, for new and transfer students admitted to fall 2025 semester; Greg Olsen Student Union, Check-in, with various information tables such as financial aid, disability support services, student wellness and housing and residence life, 9–10 a.m.; Orientation Program, 10 a.m.; Ice Cream Social, 3:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, Parent and Family Orientation runs concurrently, to sign up and for information go to Metropolitan Campus Orientation, call 201-692-2231 or email metroorientation@fdu.edu.

19 Thu.; Juneteenth.

22 Sun.; WFDU Night, featuring performance by Tommy James, singer/songwriter of classics such as “Hanky Panky,” “Crimson and Clover” and “I Think We’re Alone Now,” who was inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame in 2017; meet-and-greet with WFDU’s RetroRadio hosts Opie the DJ Girl, WFDU-FM general manager; Michael Phillips, WFDU-FM assistant director, and Jacqui Phillips (Mike & Jacqui); Gale Martin, Marc Brodsky, Bob Konig, Mayor Pete and Bob Morris, presented by WFDU-FM in collaboration with Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC); bergenPAC, 30 N Van Brunt St., Englewood, N.J., ticket prices range from $72 to $127, for information go to WFDU Night with Tommy James.

24 Tue.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree, Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management and Certificate in Health Care Management; Holy Name Hospital Administrative Office, 3 University Plaza Drive, Hackensack, N.J., 11 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information email c.costa1@fdu.edu or go to Master of Healthcare Administration, Master of Public Administration or Certificate in Health Care Management.

26 Thu.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree, Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management and Certificate in Health Care Management; Cafeteria, Clara Maass Medical Center, One Clara Maass Drive, Belleville, N.J., 11 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information email c.costa1@fdu.edu or go to Master of Healthcare Administration, Master of Public Administration or Certificate in Healthcare Management.

30 Mon.–8/9 Sat.; Summer Session III.