Curran Center for American Catholic Studies (CACS)

📢 Join us for "Undocumenting Abuse: Migration, Power, and the Production of Invisible Victims" 📚 Presented by: Susan B. Reynolds, Ph.D., winner of the 2024 New Scholar Essay Prize for Catholic Studies in the Americas. Dr. Reynolds will discuss the overlooked issue of clergy sexual violence within immigrant communities, calling for a reorientation in the study of abuse in these peripheries. 🗓️ Tuesday, October 29, 2024 ⏰ 6 PM 📍 Butler Commons, Duane Library, 3rd Floor 📍 Fordham University, Rose Hill Campus 🔓 Free and open to the public! 📲 Scan the QR code to register!

📣 Join us at The Curran Center’s 20th Annual Rita Cassella Jones Lecture where Dr. Phyllis Zagano will discuss the future of women in the Catholic Church. 📅 September 17th, 6 p.m. | Tognino Hall | Duane Library We hope to see you there, Rams! 🐏 Register on our website. #cacs #theology #americancatholic #fordhamuniversity #popefrancis #women #catholicism

Immerse yourself in the literary world of Elizabeth Cullinan 🌹 Join us for the launch of "Yellow Roses"—an evening of readings, discussions, and celebrations. 📅 Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 ⏰ 5:30 PM #cacs #fordhamuniversity #yellowroses

Join Us! The Search for God in Hip-Hop with Alex Nava Date: Tuesday, March 12th Time: 5:30 PM Location: Butler Commons (Duane Library) | Rose Hill Campus Though religion and hip-hop are often treated as if they are in conflict and at odds with each other, this lecture will consider the surprising moments of grace, beauty, and revelation that have pervaded hip-hop from its very beginning. Whether in the depth of the lyrics, or in the sounds and aesthetics at the surface, hip-hop has long wrestled with matters of the soul, making it the latest Black American invention that artfully integrates the sacred and the profane as it reacts to, and ruminates upon, questions of justice and suffering, joy and love, faith and hope. We hope to see you there! Free and open to the public. No registration is required.

Join Us! The Search for God in Hip-Hop with Alex Nava Date: Tuesday, March 12th Time: 5:30 PM Location: Butler Commons (Duane Library) | Rose Hill Campus Though religion and hip-hop are often treated as if they are in conflict and at odds with each other, this lecture will consider the surprising moments of grace, beauty, and revelation that have pervaded hip-hop from its very beginning. Whether in the depth of the lyrics, or in the sounds and aesthetics at the surface, hip-hop has long wrestled with matters of the soul, making it the latest Black American invention that artfully integrates the sacred and the profane as it reacts to, and ruminates upon, questions of justice and suffering, joy and love, faith and hope. We hope to see you there! Free and open to the public. No registration is required.

From festive gatherings to moments of prestigious recognition, every memory at the Curran Center is a piece of the larger Fordham story we're honored to build together. 🎄🏆 As Giving Day comes to a close, we reflect on the profound impact that the Center has had on our students, shaping leaders who are as compassionate as they are intellectually curious. 📚❤️ These images capture the essence of our community: students standing proudly in the hallowed halls, celebrating Christmas traditions; our scholars receiving accolades for their hard work and dedication; lively discussions around a shared meal, and the quiet dedication of studying the complexities of Catholicism and its place in the modern world. 🍽️🕊️ Each quote from our dedicated students like Christina Antypas ('26) and Sophia Skelton ('26) is a testament to the transformative power of education at the Curran Center. Their words speak to the heart of our mission – to nurture not only academic excellence but also service to the community and the cultivation of lifelong friendships. 🤝💬 With your support on Fordham Giving Day, we can continue to offer these experiences that shape our students' futures. Whether it's broadening horizons for a STEM major like Sophia Martinez-Whitman ('26) or fostering a nurturing environment for growth and mentorship, every donation helps to enrich our vibrant tapestry. 🧬📘 This Giving Day, let's celebrate the shared experiences that unite us and the bright futures we're creating together. Your contribution is a pledge to the ongoing story of excellence and community that is the Curran Center at Fordham University. Join us in piecing together a future where every student can thrive. Link in Bio! #FordhamUniversity #cacs #fordhamgivingday #americancatholicstudies #donate

Every puzzle piece holds a story, every connection a promise for the future. 🧩 As we count down to Fordham Giving Day, we celebrate the Curran Center’s mission to cultivate informed citizens and engage with contemporary issues through the lens of American Catholic studies. Our work is about more than education; it's about creating a community that's informed, involved, and impassioned. 🎓🌹 At the heart of the Curran Center’s mission lies the commitment to foster a space where history and modernity converge, where students like you are empowered to navigate the complexities of our times with wisdom and compassion. Our programs are designed to challenge, inspire, and prepare you to be leaders and thinkers in a diverse and dynamic society. 🏛️💭 Your involvement in Fordham Giving Day is a chance to join this vibrant legacy. By supporting the Curran Center, you’re not just giving to a university—you're investing in a vision of the world that values critical thought, cultural engagement, and ethical leadership. 🌍✨ Join us! Link in Bio. #FordhamGivingDay #cacs #fordhamuniversity #donate #americancatholicstudies