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HOPE Summit Celebrates Purpose and Possibility

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Daemen University held its annual HOPE (How Our Purpose Evolves) Summit on Saturday, April 11, drawing the Daemen community together to put purpose and possibility into action to create hope in meaningful ways. Seventy-four students attended the event, including students… Read More »

Congressman Kennedy Holds Press Conference at Daemen

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Congressman Tim Kennedy held a press conference at Daemen University’s Rosary Hall in support of his legislation, the Loan Equity for Advanced Professionals (LEAP) Act, on Dec. 22. The LEAP Act focuses on providing financial support for advanced degree students,… Read More »

Yurtchuk Honored at Annual Scholarship Gala

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Daemen Board of Trustees Chair, John Yurtchuk, was honored with the Community Excellence Award during Daemen’s Annual Scholarship Gala on Friday, Sept. 26, at the Reikart Ballroom at Jazzboline. Daemen President Gary A. Olson presented the award to Yurtchuk, noting,… Read More »

Veteran Services Hosts First Annual Expo

Six women students wearing Daemen shirts standing and sitting behind a display table that says Veteran Services

Daemen University Veteran Services hosted its first annual Vets Expo on Saturday, May 10 in the Yurtchuk Student Center. The expo—a free event for veterans, dependents, and military families—gave attendees access to a variety of veteran service organizations, including Buffalo… 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 »

Fountain Dedication Commemorates Completion of Decade-Long Campus Beautification Project

Ribbon cutting in front of Daemen fountain

Daemen University had much to celebrate during its annual Founders Celebration, including the culmination of a decade-long beautification project that transformed the campus into a picturesque park-like setting. President Gary A. Olson’s vision of creating a traditional campus quad, combined… Read More »

Daemen Celebrates Distinguished Alums

Daemen University honored five exceptional graduates during its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards. This year’s award recipients, selected by the Alumni Association Board of Directors, included Shelby Janczyk, ‘18, Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD); Melodie Baker, ‘09, Advancement in Career;… Read More »

Founders Celebration Rings Out Across Campus

The spirit of Daemen University echoed across campus Thursday morning with the ceremonial ringing of the Founders Bell during the university’s annual Founders Celebration. Seven distinguished members of Daemen’s community, including Sister Nancy Zelma, representing the Sisters of St. Francis… 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 »

Daemen Hosts PT Institute for High School Students

Students at PT Institute working on large therapy ball

In July, Daemen hosted the 3rd annual Physical Therapy (PT) Institute, which introduced area high school students to careers in the PT profession. “An academic camp/institute is a unique way of putting a growing profession on the radar of high… Read More »

Daemen hosts Tower Gallery exhibit Adam Kreutinger: Puppetry for Everyone

Daemen University is hosting an extensive showcase that spans over 15 years of Kreutinger’s puppet building, video production, book writing, and paintings. An opening reception will take place in the Peter and Elizabeth C. Tower Gallery in the Nancy Haberman… Read More »

Daemen Supports Peace and Love Event

People sitting on quad lawn by peace statue listening to live music

Over 60 community members gathered on July 7 at the Ringo Starr Peace and Love Statue on Daemen’s new quad to show their support for peace and love in our increasingly violent world. This annual event coincides with Starr’s birthday… Read More »

Daemen Holds Successful Animation Academy

Mike Jones working on white board at front of classroom

In July, Daemen held a successful Animation Academy focused on introducing area high school students who are aspiring animators to the fundamentals of animation through hands-on learning. Led by Mike Jones, Associate Professor of Animation, the program helped students gain… 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 »