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February 2026

2 Mon.– 4/30 Thu.; Hispanic Center and Center for Student Success Art Exhibit, “Ancient American Sculptures and Carvings,” celebrates ancient art of Mesoamerica and showcases works by FDU students who created their own art inspired by research on this topic; includes works by local artists Natalia Tous, Claudia Dominguez and Sandra Martinez, cosponsored by Hispanic Center and Center for Student Success and art, communication, and media; Hispanic Center and Center for Student Success, Fourth Floor, Robison Hall, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–5 p.m., free, for information email oujo@fdu.edu.

2 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Introduction to Using Generative AI Research for Faculty,” explores potential uses of generative AI in academic research for faculty, discusses drawbacks and ethical considerations of using these tools, Angelina Carney, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–5:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email a.carney@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU faculty and staff only.

3 Tue.; Bring Your Own Business, helping students start their own business, 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, 3 p.m., free, registration via FDU Handshake, for information email paigesoltano@fdu.edu, for FDU students only.

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.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for Undergraduate English for Professional Success (EPS) Students,” learn about research tools available through library website, common stages of research process, citation tools and how to improve search process; learn about library’s Language Translation Applications page with tools that can assist in translating websites, databases and PDFs; qualifies for EPS academic support credit, Michele Nestory, reference and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email michelel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Last Day for New Registrations and Final Drop/Add Changes.

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.; February Book Tasting Club, calm, no-pressure space to share favorite reads or to listen to recommendations for what to read next, no required reading, moderated by Colleen Fischer, research and instruction librarian, and Angelina Carney, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library, sponsored by FDU libraries; Zoom, 2 p.m., free, registration necessary to receive Zoom link, for information go to FDU Libraries Book Tasting Club, for FDU community only.

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

4 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Beyond the Search Bar: Identifying and Utilizing Unique Database Tools,” understand scope of database, identify available research tools and know how these tools could benefit their research; high-level approach to identifying and using often overlooked database features, Ellery Bruns, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email e.bruns@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Is It Fake News: How Celebrities Manipulate the Media Cycle,” learn vital skills in navigating news cycle; how and why information is created, used and spread, Colleen Fischer, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email c.fischer1@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; Yoga, Anna Wang, instructor, for all abilities; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5:15–6:15 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, for FDU community only.

4 Wed.; 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 Thu.; Wisdom Wednesday Series, “Building a ‘Whole Person’ Workplace in Your Sphere of Influence,” Scott Behson, management and director, Center for the Interdisciplinary Study of Leadership, presented by Division of Student Affairs; Zoom, noon, free, for information email r.hanco@fdu.edu or arivers@fdu.edu, for FDU faculty and staff only.

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

5 Thu.; Virtual Information Session, Allied Health (including Respiratory Therapy), Health Studies and Phlebotomy, sponsored by Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, 1–2 p.m. EST, free, for information email CONAH@fdu.edu.

5 Thu.; Black History Month, Documentary, “The 1960s Civil Rights Movement,” examines Black liberation as a historical struggle using documentary clips — from 1955 lynching of Emmett Louis Till and Rosa Parks’s refusal to surrender her seat to nonviolent struggle under Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X’s call for Black self-determination, dignity and freedom, moderated by Michael Cotto, humanities, cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Liberal Arts and Education and FDU Library; Auditorium, Metropolitan Campus Library, and via Zoom, 2–3:30 p.m., free, registration necessary for Zoom attendees, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu or go to The 1960s Civil Rights Movement, for FDU community only.

5 Thu.; FDU Alumni Courtside Reception and Knights vs. Stonehill Skyhawks Men’s Basketball Game, Bogota Savings Bank Center; Courtside Reception, featuring classic game-day food and refreshments, FDU swag and chance to reconnect with fellow alumni, 6 p.m. through end of half-time; Game Tip-off 7 p.m.; Half-time Performance celebrating Black History Month, hosted by FDU Black Alumni Chapter, $10 (includes game ticket, access to exclusive Alumni Courtside Reception, game-day food and FDU swag); free for children 12 and under with preregistration, registration necessary, for information email fdualumni@fdu.edu, call 201-692-7106 or go to FDU Alumni Courtside Reception.

7 Sat.; Spring 2026 Open House, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Open House, information on pharmacy, occupational therapy and physician assistant studies; meet pharmacy/health sciences faculty, staff and current students; learn about its integrated-curriculum and experiential-education opportunities; tour the school and view its state-of-the-art classroom, lab and study space; College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 230 Park Avenue, Florham Park, N.J., 9:15 a.m.–noon, tours run from 9:15–9:45 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information email tracyt@fdu.edu or go to College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Open House.

9 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Using Nexis Uni,” navigate Nexis Uni to find case law and more, Julia Ercolano, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); Zoom, 5–5:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.ercolano@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

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.

10 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, “How to Read a Scholarly Article,” getting the most out of sources when conducting college-level research; topics include locating, identifying and analyzing scholarly articles, Eleanor Friedl, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor), and Kathleen Svendsen, University coordinator of college reading program/writing specialist, Academic Support Center (Flor), cosponsored by FDU library and Academic Support Center; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email eleanor_friedl@fdu.edu or kssven@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

10 Tue.; Black History Month, Panel Discussion, “What Happened to DEI?” revisits the original aims of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and examines how those aims became politically charged and widely misunderstood; explores the social, cultural, and political forces driving the backlash against DEI, tracing how misinformation and ideological framing have shaped public perception, panelists include Vaniah Howell, animation (Flor); Marion McClary, biological sciences and chair, biological sciences; and Adam Rudder, humanities and program coordinator, BA in individualized studies (Van); moderated by Michael Cotto, humanities, cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Liberal Arts and Education and FDU Library; Zoom, 6–7:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu or go to What Happened to DEI, for FDU community only.

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

11 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Searching Newspaper Databases,” basic primer on identifying different types of newspaper articles, how to evaluate those articles for bias and demonstration on searching for selection of newspaper databases through library’s website, Patty Miraglilo, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email p.miraglilo@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

11 Wed.; Yoga, Anna Wang, instructor, for all abilities; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5:15–6:15 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, for FDU community only.

12 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, “Citation Skills English for Professional Success (EPS) Grad Students,” based on active group conversations and activity work about academic integrity, what it means to be part of scholarly community, APA citations and annotated bibliographies; brief look at difference between APA and MLA; qualifies for EPS academic support credit, Michele Nestory, reference and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–6 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email michelel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

12 Thu.; Master of Social Work (MSW) Virtual Information Session, program overview and Q&A session with program director and faculty; Zoom, 5:30–7 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email tracyt@fdu.edu.

13 Fri.; FDU Knights Hall of Fame 2026, hosted by Knights athletics; Rutherford Room, Greg Olsen Student Union, 5 p.m., $100 per person, $700 per table (no tax-deductible portion of registration), registration necessary, for information on inductees go to “FDU Unveils 2026 Hall of Fame Class,” for inquiries email rafter@fdu.edu.

16 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Exploring AI Tools in FDU Library Databases,” introduces new AI tools and research assistants now available in various FDU library databases, featuring database companies like EBSCO, ProQuest and JSTOR, Angelina Carney, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email a.carney@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

17 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.

17 Tue.; Online Library Workshop, Digital Scholarship Series, “Introduction to Data Visualization,” introduction to Flourish and Canva, two tools to create data storytelling for research, Erica Weidner, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–5:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email e.weidner@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

17 Tue.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Academic Writing and the Annotated Bibliography,” purpose and use of annotated bibliography, practical workshop providing blend of information with useful links and references that help students primarily with research skills, Paul Caruso, professional tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom, 6:30–8 p.m. (log-in 10 minutes prior to start of session), free, for information call 201-692-2166, email jawagner@fdu.edu or go to Metro Writing Studio, for FDU community only.

18 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.

18 Wed.; Virtual Information Session, MSN Entry-to-RN Practice, sponsored by Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, noon–1 p.m. EST, free, for information email CONAH@fdu.edu.

18 Wed.; Faculty Colloquium, “How Health Care Quality Is Measured and Publicly Shared: Canada, U.S., Australia, U.K. and Germany,” Abiola Adeniyi, health and human services (Van), and Ulrike Berzau, Becton College (Metro), sponsored by School of Public and Global Affairs; Zoom, 12:30 p.m. EST, free, for information email woolley@fdu.edu.

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

18 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for Undergraduate English for Professional Success (EPS) Students,” learn about research tools available through library website, common stages of research process, citation tools and how to improve search process; learn about library’s Language Translation Applications page with tools that can assist in translating websites, databases and PDFs; qualifies for EPS academic support credit, Michele Nestory, reference and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–5 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email michelel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

18 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Introduction to Online Archival Research,” learn how to navigate popular online archives, including Library of Congress and the Internet Archive legally, efficiently and confidently, Colleen Fischer, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email c.fischer1@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

18 Wed.; Yoga, Anna Wang, instructor, for all abilities; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5:15–6:15 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, for FDU community only.

19 Thu.; Black History Month, Presentation, “Empathy and Education: Affirmative Action, DEI and Immigration Talk,” examines how issues such as affirmative action, DEI and immigration become sites of resistance and misunderstanding when empathy gives way to fear, abstraction or political rhetoric, with guest speaker Terza Lim-Neves, political science and chair, social sciences/interdisciplinary studies, Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, N.C.; editor, Cabo Verdeans in the United States: 21st Century Critical Perspectives, and principal editor, Cabo Verdean Women Writing Remembrance, Resilience, and Revolution: Kriolas Poderozas; and cofounder, Poderoza: International Conference on Cabo Verdean Women, moderated by Michael Cotto, humanities, cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Liberal Arts and Education and FDU Library; Zoom, 6–7:30 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu or go to Empathy and Education, for FDU community only.

21 Sat.; Sports Management and Hospitality Meet and Greet, meet students and faculty from the International School of Hospitality, Sports, and Tourism Management, who will share experiences and answer questions; hear about hands-on internships with resorts, ships, hotels, professional sports teams and more; learn why internationally ranked program can prepare students for in-demand careers; enjoy free FDU swag; and score free tickets to men’s basketball game Meet and Greet event; Meet and Greet, Wilson Auditorium, Dickinson Hall, 5:30–7 p.m.; Men’s Basketball Game, Knights vs. New Haven Chargers, Bogota Savings Bank Center, 7 p.m., free, registration necessary, for information email pereza@fdu.edu.

23 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Research Basics for English as a Second Language (ESL) Students,” introduction to web-translation tools to help translate websites, databases and PDFs into one’s native language through Language Translation Applications page; research process; tools available on library website; citation tools; and how to create search statements, handouts available in English and Spanish, Michele Nestory, reference and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, EPS credit given, registration necessary, for information email michelel@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

23 Mon.; Online Library Workshop, “Accessing Archived Webpages,” Julia Ercolano, research and instruction librarian, Monninger Center for Learning and Research (Flor); Zoom, 5–5:30 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email j.ercolano@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

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

24 Tue.; Virtual Information Session, Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc), sponsored by Henry P. Becton College of Nursing and Allied Health; Zoom, noon–1 p.m. EST, free, for information email CONAH@fdu.edu.

24 Tue.; Black History Month, “A Discussion on Black Liberation Today,” Frederick Engram, Jr., higher education (Metro), will be interviewed about his book, Black Liberation Through Action and Resistance: MOVE; conversation will explore how traditions of Black resistance inform contemporary debates around affirmative action, DEI, immigration and reparations, while also considering the role institutions such as Fairleigh Dickinson University can play in advancing justice, equity, and social responsibility, moderated by Michael Cotto, humanities, cosponsored by Maxwell Becton College of Liberal Arts and Education and FDU Library; Hartman Lounge, Hennessy Hall, Florham Campus, and via Zoom, 2:30–4:30 p.m., free, registration necessary for Zoom attendees, for information email tcruz01@fdu.edu or go to Discussion on Black Liberation, for FDU community only.

24 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.

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

25 Wed.; Online Library Workshop, “Introduction to Using Generative AI Research for Faculty,” explores potential uses of generative AI in academic research for faculty, discusses drawbacks and ethical considerations of using these tools, Angelina Carney, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 4–4:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email a.carney@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU faculty and staff only.

25 Wed.; Yoga, Anna Wang, instructor, for all abilities; Aerobics Studio, Fitness Center, 5:15–6:15 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, for FDU community only.

25 Wed.; Virtual Graduate Programs Information Session, Education, designed for prospective students interested in advancing their careers through applied, industry-focused graduate education; Zoom, 7–8 p.m. EST, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-2554 or email grad@fdu.edu.

26 Thu.; Virtual Writing Studio Workshop, “Recognizing and Avoiding Plagiarism,” how and when to quote and/or paraphrase from original source, how to acknowledge that source to avoid committing plagiarism accidentally, Yelena Shekhtman, Becton College (Metro), and tutor, Metro Writing Studio, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom, 1–2:30 p.m. (log-in 10 minutes prior to start of session), free, for information call 201-692-2166, email jawagner@fdu.edu or go to Metro Writing Studio, for FDU community only.

26 Thu.; Online Library Workshop, Digital Scholarship Series, “Introduction to Tableau,” overview of free Tableau software, tool for creating data visualizations that support strong visual storytelling in research, Patty Miraglilo, research and instruction librarian, Metropolitan Campus Library; Zoom, 5–5:45 p.m. EST, free, registration necessary, for information email p.miraglilo@fdu.edu or go to Upcoming Library Events and Workshops, for FDU community only.

27 Fri.; ESL Casual Conversation in English Virtual Workshop, Rochelle Moskowitz, Becton College (Metro), conversation skills-building workshop focusing on creative use of synonyms and idioms to make meaning clear, concise and appropriate to situation, sponsored by Metro Writing Studio; Zoom, 2–3:30 p.m. free, for information call 201-692-2166, email jawagner@fdu.edu or go to Metro Writing Studio, for FDU community only.

28 Sat.; Saturday Campus Tour, meet with admissions counselors, learn about opportunities offered at FDU and go on campus tour led by student ambassador; Lobby, Dickinson Hall, check-in time 9:45 a.m., free, registration necessary, for information call 201-692-7308 or go to Visit an FDU Campus.