Metro Campus This Month

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

December 2024

1 Sun.–1/4/25 Sat.; Sixth Annual Virtual Holiday Food Drive, online fundraiser benefitting Community FoodBank of New Jersey, cosponsored by FDU School of Public and Global Affairs, Feeding America and Community FoodBank of New Jersey; Fill virtual shopping cart with meal packages ($25 Feed a Family, $50 Healthy Lifestyle Meal Kit, $100 Holiday in a Box or $250 Child Nutrition Program) at Sixth Annual Virtual Food Drive, make a financial contribution or mail a check to Community FoodBank of New Jersey, 31 Evans Terminal, Hillside, N.J. 07205 (ATTN: FDU Holiday Food Drive), for information email cgettinger@fdu.edu or lgalamba@cfbnj.org.

2 Mon.–18 Wed.; Art Exhibit, “The Art Portfolio of Sophia Campos,” various works including dry pastel, collage and graphic design; University Hall Art Gallery, Room 11, University Hall, Mon.–Thu., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Fri. by appointment, free, for information email arts@fdu.edu.

2 Mon.–4/30/25 Wed.; Hispanic Center Exhibit, “Home,” exploring the idea of home through art and text, students showcase their artwork and read excerpts of their writing as they relate to the concept of home, cosponsored by Hispanic Center, Center for First-Generation Scholars and Programs in English for Academic and Professional Success; Hispanic Center, Fourth Floor, Robison Hall, Mon.–Fri., 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 a.brace@fdu.edu or call 973-443-8230.

3 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.

3 Tue.; Gifts and Goodies Student Holiday Bazaar, support student businesses and find perfect holiday gifts, sponsored by student life; Multipurpose Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, 5–8 p.m., free, for information go to FDU Student Union, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Virtual Information Session, Regional Center for Learning Disabilities, for parents, prospective students and high-school teachers/staff; Zoom, 10 a.m., free, registration necessary to receive Zoom link, to register and for information call 201-692-2716 or email agmalone@fdu.edu.

4 Wed.; Healing Paws Pet Therapy, with Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Inc., Morris Plains, N.J., sponsored by Transforming College Campuses; Kron Lounge, Greg Olsen Student Union, 12:30–1:30 p.m., free, for information email k.cothran@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

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

4 Wed.; In-person Casual Conversation Workshop, international students and non-native speakers of English learn about professional business etiquette and spoken communications common in United States, Rochelle Moskowitz, Becton College (Metro), leads; Metro Writing Studio, Second Floor, Metropolitan Campus Library, 5–6 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2166, email jawagner@fdu.edu or go to Metro Writing Studio, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Yoga, Anna Wang, international data coordinator, international/graduate admissions, for all abilities, collaboration between Transforming College Campuses and Fitness Center; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5:15 p.m., free, limited to first 15 participants, wear comfortable, nonrestrictive clothing, limited number of yoga mats available or bring your own, for information email sfisher@fdu.edu or go to FDUFitnessCenter on Instagram, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Virtual Spring Admissions Information Session, Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Higher Education, offers flexible pathways within an online format and prepares students to use inquiry and data to make meaningful, sustainable and equitable change; application deadline for spring 2025 admissions is Friday, December 20 (applicants can start in January 2025); Zoom, 7 p.m. EST, registration necessary, for information email a.robinson2@fdu.edu.

5 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.

5 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.

5 Thu.; Biology Seminar, “Tales of Malarial Protein Kinases,” Kavitha Govindasamy, assistant teaching professor, biological sciences, Rutgers University, Newark, N.J., sponsored by biological sciences; Room 1170, Dickinson Hall, 5:30–6:30 p.m., free, for information call 201-692-2391.

6 Fri.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree and Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management, also includes information on Certificate in Healthcare Management; Cafeteria Lobby, 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 or Master of Public Administration.

6 Fri.; Friday Knights @ Greg’s, Kwanzaa, cosponsored by student life and Transforming College Campuses; Greg Olsen Student Union, 8 p.m., free, for information email rmills@fdu.edu or l.darzano@fdu.edu or follow FDU Student Union on Instagram, for FDU students only.

8 Sun.; Discover Your Major Day, Engineer Your Future, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science and Mathematics, learn about majors, meet with professors, ask questions related to majors, mingle with current/prospective students, explore Gildart/Haase facilities and tour Metropolitan Campus; Lobby, Becton Hall, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., registration necessary, for information email pereza@fdu.edu, for Metropolitan Campus students only.

9 Mon.; Last Day of Classes, Fall Semester.

9 Mon.; Volunteer Holiday Happy Hour, special FDU alumni volunteer night, meet current FDU alumni volunteers, connect and network with other alumni and learn more about ways to volunteer; Main Bar, 1776 Morristown, 67 E. Park Place, Morristown, N.J., 5–7 p.m., $25 (includes gourmet pizzas and house wine or beer), registration required, first 20 registrants receive FDU pom hat, for information email fdualumni@fdu.edu or call 201-692-7106, for FDU alumni 21 years old and above only.

9 Mon.; Late Knight Breakfast, unlimited food, giveaways and live music, sponsored by student life; The Dish, Greg Olsen Student Union, 8–11 p.m., free, for information email rmills@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

10 Tue.–11 Wed.; Reading/Snow Makeup Days.

10 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.

11 Wed.; Faculty Colloquium, “Key Policies of the New Administration,” Jon Corzine, former New Jersey governor and U.S. senator, sponsored by School of Public and Global Affairs; Zoom, 1 p.m. EST, free, for information email woolley@fdu.edu.

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

11 Wed.; Last Day for Student Withdrawal from Classes, at close of business (5 p.m.).

12 Thu.–18 Wed.; Final Examinations.

12 Thu.; 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.

12 Thu.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree and Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management, also includes information on Certificate in Healthcare Management; Employee Dining Area, The 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 or Master of Public Administration.

14 Sat.; Master of Social Work (MSW) Virtual Information Session, program overview and Q&A session with program director and faculty; Zoom, 10–11 a.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email zakiaclay@fdu.edu.

17 Tue.; Open House, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Degree, Master of Public Administration (MPA) Degree with Specialization in Healthcare Management, also includes information on Certificate in Healthcare Management; In front of Cafeteria, Clara Maass Medical Center, One Clara Maass Drive, Belleville, NJ, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., free, for information email c.costa1@fdu.edu or go to Master of Healthcare Administration or Master of Public Administration.

18 Wed.; Copies Plus Customer Appreciation Event, with giveaways and raffle prizes; Metropolitan Club, Alumni Hall, 10–11:30 a.m., free, refreshments served, for information email rvilla@fdu.edu, for FDU community only.

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

18 Wed.; Fall Semester Ends, 11 p.m.

23 Mon.; Campus Closed.

24 Tue.–25 Wed.; Christmas Holiday, campus closed.

26 Thu.–30 Mon.; Campus Closed.

31 Tue.; New Year’s Holiday, campus closed.