Author Archives: Tom Wojciechowski

WNY Native, Author Visits Daemen

Susan Furber reading from her book behind a Daemen podium

Author Susan Furber read from her work and spoke to students at Daemen University about the writing and publishing process on Monday afternoon. More than two dozen students filled the Alumni Lounge in the Yurtchuk Student Center as Furber read… Read More »

Tickets on Sale Now for Pregame Fan Gathering in Syracuse

With the Daemen University men’s basketball team set to face the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome on Friday. October 27, the Daemen Division of Athletics, in collaboration with the Offices of Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations, will host… Read More »

A Conversation with Arianna Coppola

The CHIP Center at Daemen University exists in order to provide students with counseling, health, insurance, and prevention services. We spoke to Arianna Coppola, the director of the CHIP Center, to learn more.

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U.S. News & World Report Ranks Daemen Among Nation’s Best Universities

For the fifth consecutive year, Daemen University has been recognized as a top institution of higher education in the country, being named to the U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 Best National Universities list. Daemen is one of just three… Read More »

Daemen Announces Recipients of 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards

Daemen University will honor five accomplished graduates during the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony on Thursday, September 28, in the Yurtchuk Social Room. The Distinguished Alumni Awards were established in 1986 as a way to recognize the achievements, growth, and… Read More »

Azzarella Appointed to BNHRA Board of Directors

Laura Azzarella, the associate vice president for employee engagement at Daemen University, has been appointed to the Board of Directors for the Buffalo Niagara Human Resources Association (BNHRA). In her new role, Azzarella will serve as the governmental affairs director. … Read More »

Schultz Named ECC Defensive Player of the Week

Daemen University women’s soccer player Becca Schultz (Grand Island, N.Y.) has been honored by the East Coast Conference for her play last week. Schultz was named the ECC Women’s Soccer Defensive Player of the Week, marking the first time in… Read More »

Wildcats Remain Perfect Following 7-0 Sweep of D’Youville

The Daemen University women’s tennis team opened East Coast Conference play with a 7-0 victory over cross-town rival D’Youville University this afternoon. The match was played at the Williamsville South High School tennis courts.… Read More »

Wick Center Renamed John R. Yurtchuk Student Center

John R. Yurtchuk Student Center sign on building

Daemen University honored Board of Trustees Chairman John Yurtchuk at a special dedication ceremony Tuesday evening, marking the official renaming of the Wick Campus Center to the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center. During the intimate ceremony in the Alumni Lounge,… Read More »

PA Grads Receive 100% Pass Rate on Certifying Exam

In yet another example of how Daemen University distinguishes itself nationally, the 2023 graduates of the Physician Assistant Studies program achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE), which is above the national average.… Read More »

Students Take Field Studies Down Under

A two-week summer field trip to Australia allowed Daemen University students to study the Great Barrier Reef. The trip fulfills the fieldwork component of BIO 352: Coral Reef Field Survey and is led by Dr. Jonathan Good, an associate professor… Read More »

Koerber Picks Up First Career ECC Rookie of the Week Honor

Daemen University freshman outside hitter Charlotte Koerber (Munich, Germany) was named the East Coast Conference Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Week, the league announced in the weekly sport report on Monday. The honor comes for competitions taking place Sept. 4-10.… Read More »

A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan Good

Dr. Jonathan Good is an associate professor of biology at Daemen University and leads an exciting class that involves students snorkling at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. We spoke to Dr. Good to learn a little bit more about… Read More »

Convocation Celebrates Start of New Academic Year

Dias at Convocation, President Olson speaking

Daemen University officially kicked off the 2023-2024 academic year and welcomed new students and their families to campus during the institution’s annual Convocation ceremony Friday afternoon. The fall tradition serves as a formal greeting for new undergraduate students who have… Read More »

Daemen Welcomes Dozens of New Students Through Teach-out Agreements

Students standing by table with Daemen folders on it.

Daemen University is welcoming 88 new students from Medaille University and Cazenovia College for the 2023-2024 academic year. Daemen entered into teach-out agreements with both Medaille and Cazenovia following announcements that the institutions would cease operations due to financial problems.… Read More »