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Philipkoski Named ECC Rookie of the Week

Zach Philipkoski (New Hartford, N.Y.) of the Daemen University men’s basketball team has been honored by the East Coast Conference for his play in recent games. Philipkoski was selected as the ECC Men’s Basketball Rookie of the Week for games… Read More »

Daemen Student-Athletes Post 21st Straight Semester With 3.0+ GPA

Data on the academic achievement of Daemen student athletes

The Fall 2023 semester was a success for the Daemen University Division of Athletics, with student-athletes achieving a collective 3.22 grade point average (GPA). It marks the 21st consecutive semester that student-athletes have achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher.… Read More »

President and Trustees Named to Power 250 List

Daemen University President Gary Olson and three trustees earned spots on the 2024 Buffalo Business First Power 250 List, the 12th annual ranking of the most influential leaders in Buffalo and Western New York. “Over a year, some people stand… Read More »

Trustee Dedicates Tree to Founding Sisters

Rebecca McCormick-Boyle and Sister Jo-Anne Grabowski ‘73 stand with certificate of appreciation.

A newly planted tree in Daemen University’s Saffrin Public Square stands in honor of the Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian Charity, who established the institution as Rosary Hill College in 1947. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, a member of the… Read More »

Daemen to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of Scholars Day

Three current Trustee Scholars at last year's Scholars Day event.

Daemen University’s 20th annual Scholars Day will take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, marking two decades of the institution’s commitment to celebrating our highest-achieving prospective students. “The 20th anniversary of Scholars Day means so much because it shows that… Read More »

December Athletes of the Month: Dylan Fasoyiro and Alahna Paige

December student athletes of the month Dylan Fasoyiro and Alahna Paige

Daemen University student athletes Dylan Fasoyiro (Houston, TX) of the men’s basketball team and Alahna Paige (Rochester, N.Y.) of the women’s basketball team have been named the December Athletes of the Month after a successful month on the court. The… Read More »

Daemen Among Top 40 in Fall Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings

Members of the Daemen University women's volleyball team celebrate win

The Daemen University Department of Athletics is among the Top 40 schools in all of Division II in the 2023-24 Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings following the fall season.… Read More »

Parshall Named Distinguished Professor

Dr. Lisa Parshall, a professor of political science, has been promoted to the rank of Distinguished Professor at Daemen University, the highest professorial rank awarded to faculty. “As Daemen’s newest and currently only Distinguished Professor, Dr. Parshall is an excellent… Read More »

Shaw Named 2023 IDEA Award Recipient

Lamark Shaw speaks at the HEOP TRI Scholars Academy PROJECT ME Showcase.

Buffalo Business First has named Lamark Shaw, the director of career services and an adjunct professor at Daemen University, a recipient of one of this year’s IDEA (Inclusion Diversity Equity Awareness) Awards. The annual IDEA Awards highlight champions of diversity… Read More »

PT Students Present Capstone Projects at Symposium

A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) student presents at the annual PT symposium.

Daemen University’s Physical Therapy Department hosted its annual Evidence Based Practice Clinical Research Symposium on Saturday, December 9. Around 300 students, faculty, clinicians, and family members attended the event in Schenck Hall, which began with keynote speaker Dr. Shannon Lupien,… Read More »

Miranto Earns All-America Honors From Division II Conference Commissioners Association

Kylie Miranto kicks the ball during a women's soccer game.

Sophomore Kylie Miranto (North Tonawanda, N.Y.) of the Daemen University women’s soccer team has been named to the 2023 Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) All-America team. The 40-player team represents the top players from all NCAA Division II teams.… Read More »

Brundage, Koerber Named AVCA Honorable Mention All-America

Members of the women's volleyball team pose with "The Wildcat Way" banner

The postseason awards keep on coming for Daemen University women’s volleyball senior libero Jasmine Brundage (East Aurora, N.Y.) and freshman outside hitter Charlotte Koerber (Munich, Germany)! The pair were named to the 42nd annual American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) NCAA … Read More »

Daemen Trustee Named Bills Legal Counsel

Terrence Gilbride, a member of the Daemen University Board of Trustees, has been hired as the Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer for the Buffalo Bills. Gilbride was appointed to the university’s board of trustees in 2018, bringing with… Read More »

Univera Presents Daemen with Innovation Award

From left to right. Gary A. Olsen, Daemen University president and Art Wingerter, Univera Healthcare president holding a sign that says 2023 Health Equity Innovation Award Recipient, addressing racial and ethnic health disparities.

On behalf of Daemen University, President Gary A. Olson accepted the 2023 Health Equity Innovation Award from Univera Healthcare, recognizing the institution’s commitment to addressing racial and ethnic health disparities across the Western New York region. Dr. Olson was… Read More »

Daemen Makes Big Splash at Polar Plunge

Members of the Daemen University community participate in the 17th annual Polar Plunge

For the third consecutive year, Daemen University was the top college fundraiser for the Buffalo Polar Plunge, raising $13,587 for local athletes. The 17th annual event was held at Woodlawn State Park on Saturday afternoon, with more than 1,000… Read More »