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Daemen’s Get Civically Fit Initiative Promotes Voter Registration

Daemen University Get Civically Fit Willie Mascot stating I want you to go vote

Daemen is encouraging its community members to exercise the right to vote through the annual “Get Civically Fit” initiative sponsored by the History & Political Science Department, Athletics, Institutional Advancement, and Student Affairs. “The campaign focuses… Read More »

First Faculty-led Behavioral Science Speaker Series Begins Nov. 16

Faculty of Daemen University’s Behavioral Science Department are offering a new in-person speaker series to help educate both prospective students and current professionals about current topics and critical developments in their field. “This series is designed to bring people together… Read More »

Career Closet Helps Students Dress for Success

Making its debut earlier this year in the form of a pop up shop, the campus Career Closet is now a one stop shop for Daemen students’ professional apparel needs with a permanent home in Daemen University’s Career Services suite… Read More »

Warm Feet Campaign Seeks Sock Donations

This fall, the Daemen community is encouraged to help bring comfort to those in need by donating new or gently-used socks through the 2022 Warm Feet Campaign presented by the Paul A. Saffrin Center for Sustainability and Community Engagement.… Read More »

Women’s Volleyball Regionally Ranked

The Daemen University women’s volleyball team is one of ten teams listed as under consideration for NCAA bids in the East Region in the initial NCAA Division II Regional Rankings, as released by the regional advisory committee through games… Read More »

A Conversation with Vicki Knapp

Daemen University Behavioral Science Chair Vicki Knapp

Why did you get into the field of behavioral science? I love behavior analysis and studying the science of human behavior. I had the fortunate opportunity to work with individuals with Autism spectrum disorder early in my career. During this… Read More »

Daemen Exceeds Campaign Goal

Daemen University concluded its first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign, exceeding its $22 million goal by over $4.5 million. Daemen President Gary Olson announced the final campaign total Friday night at the institution’s annual Scholarship Gala as the school celebrated its… Read More »

Daemen Scholarship Gala Raises Funds for Students

The Daemen University Annual Scholarship Gala held on Sept. 30 was a resounding success in helping raise funds for student scholarships. “The gala is our annual scholarship fundraiser, which provides financial assistance for today’s Daemen students,” said Tony Fulgenzio, interim… Read More »

75th Anniversary Celebration Continues with Special Bell Ceremony

Daemen University Provost Brogan Rings Fouders Bell

The annual ringing of Founders Bell is one of the most prominent events of Daemen University’s Founders Celebration. This year’s ceremony marked the institution’s 75th anniversary and the community came together in a special way to ring in this… Read More »

Daemen Alumni, Students, and Families Build Community during Founders Celebration

Daemen Day in Amherst student participant

This year’s Founders Celebration saw the university exceed its Drive to 75 campaign goal, as well as the grandest ringing of Founders Bell with participants from across campus. In addition, students, their families, and alums came together to build bonds… Read More »

Daemen Recognized with 2023 National Honors by Niche

Daemen University has earned a bevy of national distinctions from Niche, an online higher education rankings platform. Daemen was rated as an “A-” college nationally for its value and ranked third in the category in the Buffalo-Niagara region. For… Read More »

Men’s And Women’s Cross Country Both Ranked Regionally For First Time In Program History

Daemen University's women's cross country team

For the first time in program history, the Daemen University men’s and women’s cross country teams are both ranked regionally. The women’s team is ranked second among 10 teams in the East Region in the Week Two 2022 NCAA Division … Read More »

A Conversation with Lamark Shaw, Director of Career Services

Daemen University Director of Career Services Lamark Shaw

Daemen University’s Director of Career Services Lamark Shaw has built quite a legacy around campus since joining Daemen in 2011 as an adjunct instructor. His passion for empowering students and encouraging their success has left an impact on many current… Read More »

Interprofessional Education Event Benefits Future Healthcare Professionals

Daemen University students interprofessional event

Daemen University students and faculty from many healthcare disciplines joined forces for the annual Interprofessional Education Event (IPE), a 6-year tradition held in the Wick Social Room on Daemen’s main campus in Amherst, N.Y., which emphasizes a comprehensive healthcare approach… Read More »

Baratunde Thurston Delivers Inspiring Address for Daemen’s 75th Anniversary

Daemen University 75th keynote speaker Baratunde Thurston

Daemen University welcomed Emmy-nominated host and New York Times best seller Baratunde Thurston on Sept. 20 for a keynote address in honor of the institution’s 75th anniversary. “Throughout this academic year, we will be celebrating and honoring the freedom… Read More »