Bound by Purpose: Fordham Honors Veterans, Builds for Tomorrow
On a day of celebration and reflection, Fordham deepened its commitment to veterans—unveiling a university-wide plan to grow military-connected enrollment and support by 2029.
On a day of celebration and reflection, Fordham deepened its commitment to veterans—unveiling a university-wide plan to grow military-connected enrollment and support by 2029.
Army veteran John Brutzman, GSS ’25, will continue a career of service as a social worker after graduating with his Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree this month. Brutzman carries with him a legacy of excellence at Fordham, being the 15th member of his family to graduate as a Ram.
On the evening of May 14, a quiet gallery space at Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus came alive with color, memory, and meaning as dozens gathered for HEROES, an art exhibit and panel discussion showcasing the creative works of veterans.
At its annual ceremony honoring graduating veterans, Fordham will launch the Fordham Veterans Initiative—a bold plan to double military-affiliated enrollment in five years.
HEROES features powerful visual works from veterans of all eras and branches of service, offering a compelling glimpse into military life, transition, and healing through creativity.
Army veteran John Brutzman, a graduate student in social work at Fordham University, was recognized as the New York Red Bulls’ Veteran of the Match on April 5.
At 87 years old, John Lenehan made a life-changing decision—he would finally finish what he started at Fordham University in 1956. A Korean War veteran, Lenehan had left college decades ago to focus on his career and raise a family. But with his children and grandchildren earning their own degrees, he knew it was time to join them.
Fordham University recently hosted over 100 representatives from the military, law enforcement, and emergency management agencies for a crucial planning session at Fordham’s Lincoln Center campus.