Category Archives: May 24 2023

Daemen Holds 72nd Commencement

Daemen University celebrated its 72nd commencement with undergraduate and graduate ceremonies on Saturday, May 20, at Kleinhans Music Hall. During his remarks, President Gary A. Olson told the Class of 2023, “Now more than ever, educated citizens are being challenged… Read More »

Disney Animator Inspires Students

Veteran Walt Disney animator John Aquino spent several days working with and advising students in Daemen University’s Animation Program. Aquino is an environmental modeling supervisor with Walt Disney Animation Studios. His credits include “Fantasia 2000,” “Hercules,” “Frozen,” “Moana,” “Tangled,”… Read More »

Hicks Authors Book on Nonprofit Fundraising

Dr. Mario Hicks can add author to his resume. Hicks, the vice president for institutional advancement at Daemen University, released “The Strategic Nonprofit: How to Leverage Intellectual Capital and Navigate Emerging Trends for Long-term Success” in April. “I am very… Read More »

Men’s Basketball to Play Syracuse in Preseason Exhibition Game

Daemen University men’s basketball coach Mike MacDonald has announced that the Wildcats will take on Syracuse University in an exhibition game prior to the upcoming 2023-24 season. The game will take place on Friday, October 27 at the JMA Wireless… Read More »

A Conversation with Karen Cash

Karen Cash works in the Division of Student Affairs and is the special assistant to the senior vice president of strategic initiatives. Last month, she was awarded the Unsung Hero Award during the annual Student Leadership Awards. Let’s learn more… Read More »