Fordham University Press opened its doors in 1907 as a division of Fordham University. It stands today as the oldest Catholic university press in the United States and ranks seventh-oldest across the entire nation.
Where is Fordham University Press located now?
The office moved to the Lincoln Center campus in Manhattan during March 2017. This relocation marked the end of a century-long tenure at the original Canisius Hall building on the Rose Hill campus before that date.
Why did Fordham University Press join The Association of American Publishers trade organization?
Fordham University Press joined The Association of American Publishers trade organization in the Hachette v. Internet Archive lawsuit regarding digital library access restrictions. Critics argued this decision removed access to over 500,000 books from global readers while the case highlighted tensions between traditional publishers and digital archives.
What programs does Fordham University Press operate for humanities and social sciences?
The American Literatures Initiative launched as a key program within the press operations followed by another major effort called The Modern Language Initiative. These programs focus on humanities and social sciences publications to disseminate scholarly research and ideas across various disciplines.
Who wrote Greek An Intensive Course published by Fordham University Press?
Greek An Intensive Course was written by Hardy Hansen and Gerald Quinn and remains a bestselling publication today. Other notable titles include Giving an Account of Oneself by Judith Butler and Deconstruction in a Nutshell by John D. Caputo.