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Daemen Remembers Jennifer “Jenny” McAlmont

Jenny's mom poses with Daemen faculty, staff, students and friends at Jenny's memorial on campus

Daemen University and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention honored Jennifer “Jenny” McAlmont in the third annual Walk for Jenny, raising awareness and support for suicide prevention in her memory. During her time at Daemen, Jenny was a vibrant and… Read More »

Mary Wilson Honored at Daemen Gala

President Olson shaking Mary Wilson's hand

Philanthropist Mary Wilson, a Life Trustee of the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, was honored with the 2024 Community Excellence Award at the annual Daemen University Scholarship Gala in recognition of her profound impact on the community. “Mary Wilson embodies… Read More »

2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards Winners Named

Five accomplished graduates were recently selected to be honored with Daemen Distinguished Alumni Awards. Award recipients, who are selected by the Alumni Association Board of Directors, exhibit the ideals expressed by the institution’s founders and that remain strong at Daemen.… Read More »

Kate Hammer ’06 returns to Daemen as Associate VP for Advancement

Kate Hammer ‘06, a well-loved alum and former employee, is returning to Daemen as the Associate Vice President for Advancement on August 19, 2024. Kate previously served in Alumni Relations at Daemen from 2008-2022. She most recently served as Director… Read More »

University Holds 73rd Commencement

President Olson speaks at undergraduate ceremony

Daemen University celebrated its 73rd commencement with undergraduate and graduate ceremonies on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Kleinhans Music Hall. During his remarks, President Gary A. Olson told the Class of 2024, “While you have demonstrated mastery of your academic… Read More »

Mayor of Buffalo Earns Master’s Degree from Daemen

Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown received his master’s degree during Daemen University’s graduate commencement ceremony on Saturday afternoon. “It was a great experience being there with all of the graduate students – having my wife Michelle and my son Byron in… Read More »

Trustee Surprised with Honorary Doctorate

Scott Bieler, a member of Daemen University’s Board of Trustees and the president and CEO of West Herr Automotive Group, was surprised with an honorary degree during the undergraduate commencement ceremony on Saturday. President Gary A. Olson and Chairman of… Read More »

University Secures Record-Breaking External Funding

Beauty shot of entrance to Daemen University

Daemen University secured nearly $10 million in external funding so far during the 2023-2024 fiscal year – a record-breaking amount for the institution – including three of the largest donations in the institution’s history. “This is a new level of… Read More »

CDI Hosts Diversity & Equity Summit

Tiffany Gaines delivers the keynote address at the Diversity & Equity Summit

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI) hosted the fourth annual Diversity & Equity Summit at Daemen University on Saturday, April 20, providing a safe space for students, faculty and staff, alums, and members of the community to engage in… Read More »

Kennedy Secures $1.2M in Funding for Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology

New York State Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo) secured $1.2 million in grant funding for Daemen University’s Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology (IMIT) at Villa Maria College. The state-of-the-art facility will launch in collaboration with Villa Maria and Buffalo Rehab… Read More »

Day of Giving Sees Record-Setting Support

Daemen University’s eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 18, 2024, set new records for money raised and the number of donors, with 967 supporters donating a preliminary total of $152,606. Funds raised during the 24-hour campaign will support… Read More »

Gross Anatomy Lab to Undergo Complete Overhaul

A major renovation project is underway on the gross anatomy lab at Daemen University, paving the way for a state-of-the-art facility for students in the health science professions. Construction crews have started work in the lab, which is located on… Read More »

Daemen to Hold 8th Annual Day of Giving

Daemen University will hold the eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 18, to help make a difference in the lives of our students and continue our tradition of excellence. The one-day fundraising campaign allows members of the Daemen… Read More »

Two Appointed to Daemen Board of Trustees

The Daemen University Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Brian Higgins and Gail Mitchell to the university’s board. Higgins serves as the President & CEO of Shea’s Performing Arts Center where he will oversee an expansion of the campus… Read More »

Daemen to Honor Mary Wilson with Community Excellence Award

Mary Wilson, a Life Trustee with the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, will receive this year’s Daemen University Community Excellence Award at the Annual Scholarship Gala – the university’s premier event to raise scholarship support for students – on… Read More »