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Press Releases

Find current and past press releases from the Department of Media Relations at Fairfield University. Media Relations can be reached by phone at (203) 254-4000, ext. 2726 or fax at (203) 254-4221. Our mailing address is: Media Relations, Fairfield University, Bellarmine Hall, Fairfield, CT 06824.

March 2024

February 2024

Quick Center for the Arts to Present Pianists Dr. Orin Grossman and Guilia Contaldo for An Afternoon in Paris 

Experience some of the greatest music of Debussy, Ravel, and Milhaud in one piano four-hands and two pianos.

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Four Screenings of Legendary Film Director William Wyler’s Movies Open to the Public at Fairfield University Store

Wyler is the director of such film classics as Ben-Hur, Roman Holiday, The Best Years of Our Lives, Funny Girl, Mrs. Miniver, and Wuthering Heights. These screenings will be followed by a Q&A with faculty and special guest appearances from Wyler’s children and others.

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The Most Reverend Mark J. Seitz, Bishop of El Paso to Deliver Lecture "Immigration: The American Story" at Fairfield University

In light of the challenging circumstances faced by numerous vulnerable individuals at the U.S.-Mexico border, Bishop Seitz aims to shed light on the imperative role of the Church.

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New Exhibit at DiMenna-Nyselius Library: Seize the Beat: Music and Race in the Deep South

Professor Brian Torff is sharing research trip photos, artifacts, and recollections in a library exhibit that will run through May 19. A concert of classic and original music inspired by his travels will be performed on Feb. 22.

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Stephen Wilkes' "Easter Mass, Vatican City, Rome, Italy, Day to Night" Coming to Barone Campus Center, Feb. 21

"Easter Mass" is part of the iconic American photographer's most defining project, the "Day to Night" series.

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Fairfield University Men’s Lacrosse Opener Weekend Kicks Off Free Entry February

4 Games in February Free and Open to Public.

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Annual Fairfield University Student Forum to Welcome Juju Chang and Masih Alinejad, Feb. 15

This year’s Student Forum, presented as part of the Open VISIONS Forum, will focus on strategies for advancing feminist agendas around the globe.

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Fairfield Professor's Research Among Top 13 Human Evolution Discoveries in 2023

Research by Frances L. Forrest, PhD, assistant professor of sociology & anthropology at Fairfield, was featured among Smithsonian Magazine’s most fascinating findings of the year.

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Dean’s Series Podcast Welcomes the Kanareks to Discuss "Living Well With a Serious Illness"

College of Arts and Sciences Dean Richard Greenwald, PhD, hosted author Robin Kanarek '96, RN, BSN, and her husband Joe for a conversation about palliative care with visiting assistant professor of health studies Patrick Kelley '76, P'12, MD, DrPH.

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An Evening with Nir Zicherman, Feb. 6

Join the St. Robert Bellarmine Pre-Law Society for a talk with the founder and CTO of Anchor.

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January 2024

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