Tag Archives: Events

GivingTuesday 2020

On Dec. 1, Daemen College will be participating in the 8th annual GivingTuesday campaign. GivingTuesday is a global celebration of philanthropy and service to nonprofit organizations. This 24-hour campaign calls upon our alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, and friends for… Read More »

Faculty and Staff Honored at Awards Celebration

Willie the Wildcat celebrating anniversaries

The college recognized more than 50 faculty and staff for their dedication to Daemen at the sixth annual Employee Years of Service awards held on Nov. 19. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the ceremony was held virtually. The Employee Engagement… Read More »

Innovation Incubator Pitch Competition Celebrates Daemen’s Sense of Community

Group of Daemen students standing outside of musical fare with masks on

What does it mean to be part of the Daemen College community?

According to our students, Daemen is a place of belonging, culture, and experiences that live in your heart. On Nov. 10 and 12, a number of creative students… Read More »

Veterans Day Celebrated

Daemen College honored Veterans Day in a number of significant ways this year to acknowledge all of those who have served the country in war or peace. Taking advantage of the mild Western New York weather, one of those happenings… Read More »

Appreciating Essential Workers in Healthcare Panel

Essentail workers slide with headshots of all particaptns

Daemen College hosted the fifth installment of our virtual panel series, “Appreciating Essential Workers in Healthcare,” on Nov. 12 in a live streamed event. The panel featured alumni, faculty, and community members from Daemen, highlighted the U.S. response to COVID-19… Read More »

Panel Discussion Concludes ‘Get Civically Fit’

Willie the wildcat holding up weights, text says Get Civically Fit

Daemen College’s successful “Get Civically Fit” initiative culminated with students, faculty, and staff casting their votes on Election Day, and with an expert panel post-election discussion held during the week for the college community. Classes were cancelled on… Read More »

Ceremony to be Held in Honor of Veterans Day

US and Daemen flag on the flag pole in front of RIC

A tree planting ceremony in recognition of the sacrifice of U.S. veterans will be held on Veterans Day at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 at Daemen College’s Founders Walkway, outside of the college’s historic Rosary Hall. Opening remarks will be given… Read More »

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 »