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“Without a dull page, this book provides a rich store of information
about the city, the nation, the church, and Catholic education.”
—Avery Cardinal Dulles, S.J.
“A colorful tapestry that informs, delights, and compels admiration for
the author and for Fordham itself.”
—John W. Padberg, S.J., Director,
The Institute of Jesuit Sources Fordham University is the quintessential American-Catholic institution—
and one now looked upon as among the best Catholic universities in the
country. Its story is also the story of New York, especially the Bronx, and
Fordham’s commitment to the city during its rise, fall, and rebirth. It’s a
story of Jesuits, soldiers, alumni who fought in World Wars, chaplains,
teachers, and administrators who made bold moves and big mistakes, of
presidents who thought small and those who had vision. And of the first
women, students and faculty, who helped bring Fordham into the 20th
century. Finally it’s the story of an institution’s attempt to keep its Jesuit
and Catholic identity as it strives for leadership in a competitive world.
Combining authoritative history and fascinating anecdotes, Schroth offers
an engaging account of Fordham’s one hundred thirrty-seven years—here,
updated, revised, and expanded to cover the new presidency of Joseph M.
McShane, S.J., and the challenges Fordham faces in the new century.
| RAYMOND A. SCHROTH, S.J., Professor of Humanities at Saint Peter’s College,
has taught or served as Dean at five Jesuit colleges and universities,
including Fordham, and is author of nine books, including The American
Jesuits: A History. |
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