Fordham University GSS

Fordham University GSS Fordham University's Graduate School of Social Service has been advancing human rights and social justice for over 100 years.

09/04/2026

For anyone managing those start-of-the-semester feels. You’re going to be amazing ❤️

New York City continues to grapple with a youth mental health crisis. In December 2025, a report from NYC Comptroller Br...
09/03/2026

New York City continues to grapple with a youth mental health crisis. In December 2025, a report from NYC Comptroller Brad Lander sounded the alarm: nearly 40% of NYC high school students reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. 

As schools work to address these challenges, the need for trained mental health professionals has never been greater.

The Fordham GSS/NYC Public Schools Collaborative Fellowship serves as a pipeline of highly trained professionals for NYC schools.

For the third year in a row, GSS welcomed a cohort of over 40 students to the Collaborative, all of whom will be matched with schools based on grade-level interest, commuting distance, and specific skills. Throughout their placements, they will work directly with students and become integral members of their school communities, building the skills and professional connections needed to pursue careers in school social work after graduation.

We were so excited to hold an orientation for them at our Lincoln Center campus, with a special visit from Superintendent Dr. Noah Angeles.

We can’t wait to watch them (and the students attending NYC public schools) thrive!

08/31/2026

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a first-year Fordham MSW student looks like at our Lincoln Center campus in NYC? How is it structured? Do you have free time? What are you learning?

Join bella as she takes us through her morning routine, commute, and courses on her very first day of school.

What do you want to see next? Let us know in the comments 👇

First day best day! Congratulations to all the future world-changers who recently started their classes and a journey th...
08/28/2026

First day best day!

Congratulations to all the future world-changers who recently started their classes and a journey that will put them at the forefront of justice in their communities.

Social work students see a society that needs them, and choose to meet the moment. We couldn’t be more proud.

Here’s to an incredible fall semester!

Now an assistant principal, Ayo Mendez-Torres '03 MSW has always had a love for the classroom. But when she realized fam...
08/26/2026

Now an assistant principal, Ayo Mendez-Torres '03 MSW has always had a love for the classroom. But when she realized families needed help outside the educational setting, she knew it was time to take action.

Social work complemented her knowledge and experience, expanding her impact beyond the school building's four walls. As her community reach has grown, it's resulted in the co-founding of two organizations: We Will Rise Consulting, LLC, which partners with churches, elected officials, and community organizations seeking support in running programs or events; and We Will Rise Community Empowerment, the nonprofit arm that provides direct service.

“I’m so grateful for Fordham,” she said. “I’m so grateful.”

Read more about her incredible journey: https://bit.ly/4y1wKfw

All the love as we begin the first week of MSW classes 🥹❤️Here’s a few shots of last week’s Westchester campus orientati...
08/24/2026

All the love as we begin the first week of MSW classes 🥹❤️

Here’s a few shots of last week’s Westchester campus orientation to brighten up your Monday ☀️🌱

The journey begins! Ready, steady, go!

The future of the profession ❤️ We welcomed our fall 2026 MSW Lincoln Center students to campus yesterday, and it was ju...
08/19/2026

The future of the profession ❤️

We welcomed our fall 2026 MSW Lincoln Center students to campus yesterday, and it was just a plain good time all around. We’re so excited for the new academic year to begin, and for all these change makers to start a journey they’ll never forget.

Keeping it rolling at Westchester tomorrow — stay tuned!

Go Rams.

Sending only the most impeccable vibes from a summer in London 😎🇬🇧🥰From settlement house visits, to coursework at the Fo...
08/17/2026

Sending only the most impeccable vibes from a summer in London 😎🇬🇧🥰

From settlement house visits, to coursework at the Fordham London Center, to side quests in Paris, it’s an experience our students will never forget.

Thanks so much to MOLLY HARNAGA (and Professor Acevedo) for the amazing shots from abroad!

Incoming MSW student Oluwayemisi (Yemi) Danmola's professional ambitions have always been driven by a desire to help oth...
08/13/2026

Incoming MSW student Oluwayemisi (Yemi) Danmola's professional ambitions have always been driven by a desire to help others, but her time with Iyaniwura Elders’ Oasis has solidified her commitment to service.

At Fordham, she plans to build on her skill set and amplify the impact she's already had on her community. For Danmola, this new chapter in her career feels truly personal.

“Social work is deeply values-aligned for me,” she said. “Really centering integrity — the integrity of people, the integrity of the work you’re doing — I thought was really incredible. Not all professions necessarily have those ethics ingrained in them.”

Read her full story: https://bit.ly/4qcRzC8

Just ONE WEEK AWAY from the kickoff of our new student orientations! Here are the important dates and times:The Lincoln ...
08/11/2026

Just ONE WEEK AWAY from the kickoff of our new student orientations!

Here are the important dates and times:

The Lincoln Center New Student Orientation will be held on Tuesday, August 18, from 9:30 am - 1:00 pm.

The Westchester New Student Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 20, from 9:30 am -1:00 pm.

The Online New Student Orientation will be held virtually through Zoom on Tuesday, August 25, from 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm.

We can't wait to welcome all the new Rams! 🐏 ❤️

Any advice for our new MSW students? Put them in the comments 👇

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