Beyond academics, beyond family, beyond friends, beyond work — hobbies, talents, and side projects drive Fairleigh Dickinson University students and alumni. Here’s how a handful of them spend their downtime!
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Gender is one of the most powerful social identities that influences human behavior. Dan Cassino, associate professor of political science and director of experimental research for the FDU Poll, discusses how perceived threats to masculinity affect men's social and political actions.
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The headlines are jarring: cyberattacks on banks, retail outlets, health care organizations, governments, and consumers threaten to expose personal data to nefarious criminals. And it won’t let up until users change the way they protect their privacy. See what FDU’s experts have to say.
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A banner year for donations, including $2,177,879 for student scholarships and a total of $70M committed to the One University Many Dreams campaign!
Zoe Williams, at right, and Alecia Reid-Williams, at left, wear the same FDU t-shirt decades apart. (Photos: Courtesy of Zoe Williams)
They picked FDU — and they’re thrilled! Members of the Class of 2024 are studying chemistry, entrepreneurship, nursing, graphic design, civil engineering, psychology, and more. Students talk about a future at FDU.
“I walked on campus, and just knew it was the place for me,” says Ronni Garrett, a Florham Campus film and animation major.
For Zoe Williams, attending FDU continues a family legacy. “I’ve always looked up to my mother [Alecia Reid-Williams, BS’99, MS’99 (Metro)]. FDU played a big part in her life,” says Williams, a Metropolitan Campus marketing major. “She got her degree here and knowing that gives me the confidence to do the same!”
Olivia Yee celebrated by designing and painting a pair of Converse sneakers to show her FDU pride. “It’s a huge milestone, so I decided to create a piece off of my excitement,” says the Florham film and animation major. Yee’s most looking forward to focusing on her passion for art and taking classes that advance her interests and strengths.
