Tag Archives: Events

Dedication Honors Gift for Campus Stone Wall

Wall dedication group at the front of campus wearing masks

Daemen College hosted a dedication ceremony on Oct. 23 to honor Estelle Siegel and her late husband, Bernard, for their generous support for the construction of a decorative stone wall that beautifies the front and west end of campus. In… Read More »

“Get Civically Fit” Panel Provides Analysis as Election Day Arrives

Willie the wildcat dressed like Uncle Sam saying I want you to vote

In the week leading up to Election Day, Daemen College’s “Get Civically Fit” initiative offered a 2020 election preview panel discussion that featured experts on presidential elections. The question and answer discussion on the upcoming election included panelists… Read More »

College Presents Distinguished Alumni Awards

Daemen College honored the accomplishments of five outstanding graduates at the college’s 2020 Distinguished Alumni Awards, which was held on Oct. 2 in a live streamed ceremony. “We are pleased to celebrate these exceptional alums who made their mark on… Read More »

Daemen to Host On Campus and Virtual Open Houses

Students laying on their backs in a circle in a pile of fall leaves throwing them up in the air

Daemen College will hold two undergraduate on campus open houses and a virtual open house in October and November for prospective students and their families to learn about the college’s academic majors, student life, and more. On campus open houses… Read More »

Founders Celebration Marked With Bell Ringing

Dr. Greg Ford in a suit wearing a face mask ringing Founders Bell

Daemen College’s annual Founders Celebration, which commemorates the college’s founding and its rich history of academic excellence, was officially observed with the ceremonial ringing of Founders Bell in a special virtual ceremony. “Although we were unable to hold our traditional… Read More »

Daemen’s Virtual Commencement Celebrates the Class of 2020

President Gary Olson standing behind a podium in the RIC with American and Canadian flags on the side

Daemen College celebrated the Class of 2020 in virtual undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies that were livestreamed on Aug. 15 on the college’s commencement website. President Gary Olson presided over Daemen’s first-ever virtual commencement, a move that was made… Read More »

Top Awards for Graduates Presented at Virtual Ceremony

Jennifer Panepento, ABA Academic Excellence Award

The outstanding achievements of graduates in the Daemen College Class of 2020 were recognized at the annual Excellence Awards Ceremony held virtually on Aug. 14 as part of the college’s commencement activities. “Although this year we were unable to celebrate… Read More »

Daemen Hosting Virtual Info Sessions and Campus Visits

Female student wearing glasses talking to another student and smiling

Daemen College is offering several opportunities for students to learn about the college and its undergraduate and graduate programs from the safety of their own homes at several virtual events scheduled throughout May. “Although students are unable to visit campus… Read More »

Commencement to be Celebrated on New Date

Students sitting and smiling at undergraduate ceremony

In the interest of the health and safety of the campus community amid the coronavirus crisis, Daemen College President Gary Olson has announced the 2020 commencement ceremonies originally scheduled for May 16 have been postponed. Daemen’s 69th annual commencement ceremonies… Read More »

Student Places Second in District Athletic Training Quiz Bowl

Daemen College student Justin Losowski has won second place in the Eastern Athletic Trainers Association District 2 Student Quiz Bowl competition held at the district convention, making him eligible to advance to the national competition. Losowski competed in the athletic… Read More »

NCAA President Named Daemen’s Commencement Speaker

Mark Emmert standing, smiling with arms crossed on his chest

NCAA President Mark Emmert, one of the most influential leaders in U.S. higher education and a long-time advocate for student academic success, will deliver the address at Daemen College’s 69th annual undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 16. Emmert will receive… Read More »

Notary Public Test Preparation Available

A notary public test preparation class will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 28 in Daemen College’s Business Building Room 101 at 4380 Main St., Amherst. Practice tests and test preparation material will be provided to participants… Read More »

Founder of Popular Rental Community Site to Give Lecture

Entrepreneur Ofo Ezeugwu, CEO and founder of Whose Your Landlord, a site designed to empower and inform the rental community, will be the featured speaker at Daemen College’s Nancy Haberman Gacioch Entrepreneurship Lecture Series event on Feb. 26. A 6:30… Read More »

Top Students Attend Scholars Day

More than 165 high-achieving high school seniors nominated to compete for prestigious Trustee Scholarships participated in Daemen College’s 16th annual Scholars Day held on Feb. 8. Students from across New York State, as well as California, Colorado, Indiana, Minnesota, Texas,… Read More »

Free Tax Preparation Available at Daemen

Daemen College accounting students will provide free tax preparation services to eligible individuals and families from February through April. The tax preparation services, which are offered through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, will be available by appointment to… Read More »