Tag Archives: Faculty and Staff

Instructional Designers Headline Panel on ChatGPT AI Technology

Recently, Daemen Faculty have been actively engaged in how Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology may affect learning in the classroom. Angela Stockman and Kelly Castle, both Instructional Designers at Daemen University, participated in a panel discussion in February on ChatGPT, an… Read More »

A Conversation with Jay Wendland, Chair of History and Political Science

We sat down with Dr. Jay Wendland, associate professor of Political Science and the department chair of the History and Political Science Department to talk about some of his favorite classes to teach and the versatility of a History and… Read More »

Center for Diversity & Inclusion kicks off month-long celebration of Black History Month

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) at Daemen University held a kick-off event on Friday, February 3, in the Wick Social Room, to begin the celebration of Black History Month, the nationwide annual observance that pays tribute to generations… Read More »

Daemen Announces Founding Dean of New College of Health Professions

After a national search, Daemen University has appointed Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions. As Dean, Ford is charged with establishing strategic priorities for the College of Health Professions and advancing the mission… Read More »

Daemen Animation Instructor Illustrates Book Cover

Daemen University animation professor book cover art

Daemen University Animation Program instructor Kenneth Doyle recently illustrated the book cover of “The Forest Soldier,” written by the late John Roman Nurt. The book tells the true story of Nurt’s father, Józef Niedźwiecki, who was a cavalry… Read More »

Career Services Event Aims to Increase Access to Professional Attire

The Daemen University Career Services office, in collaboration with retail company JCPenny, is offering the annual JCPenney Suit-Up event to increase access of professional apparel and services to Daemen students, alums, staff, and faculty. The event will take place from… Read More »

A Conversation with Heather Stassen

We sat down with Dr. Heather Stassen, the founding Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) at Daemen University, to talk about her role and what it means to Daemen. Since her appointment in June, 2022, she… Read More »

Daemen Animation Program Ranks Among Top 10 in New York

The Daemen University Animation Program has garnered statewide recognition, ranking among the top 10 animation schools in New York State by Animation Career Review—an online resource for those seeking careers in animation, graphic design, and other related fields. More… Read More »

All High Art Weekends to Showcase Local Student Talent

Daemen University’s annual All High Art Weekends, a celebration of artwork by local high school students, will feature two events in February. First, the All High Art Exhibition opens Feb. 11 and will include submissions from high school juniors… Read More »

Daemen Partners with Local Landscaping Company

Elber's grounds team at Daemen University

Last fall, Daemen University partnered with Elbers Landscape Service—a local landscaping company established in 1919—to service its Amherst, N.Y. campus. As of Oct. 1, 2022, six of the company’s crew members have worked on campus, initially concentrating on main… Read More »

Daemen Learning and Teaching Symposium to Focus on Inclusivity

Daemen University keynote speaker Tracie Addy

The Daemen University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) will host the 17th annual Learning and Teaching Symposium for faculty and administrators on Thursday, Jan. 19, in the Wick Center Social Room. Sponsored by the university’s Office of … Read More »

Masters Receives Buffalo Business First Inclusion Diversity Equity Awareness Award

Daemen University Director of Academic Support and Engagement Lindsay Masters

Lindsay R. Masters, director of academic support and engagement at Daemen University, is one of 19 honorees of Buffalo Business First’s 2023 Inclusion Diversity Equity Awareness (IDEA) Awards, now in its fourth year. The awards honor those who are… Read More »

A Conversation with Heather Maclin

Heather Maclin, director of Student Activities at Daemen University, oversees many student organizations as well as Greek life on campus. She also plans large-sale events and activities that encourage students to become more involved on campus. We sat down with… Read More »

Daemen Behavioral Science Faculty Help Pass Legislation to Increase Accessibility of Services

Daemen University ABA Chair Vicki Knapp with New York State Governor Kathy Hochul

Faculty members of Daemen University’s Behavioral Science Department recently helped pass legislation to amend New York’s State Education Law, allowing licensed behavioral analysts to treat individuals outside of just those with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This change was made, in large… Read More »

ASD study by Daemen student and faculty published in European Journal

A research study conducted by Daemen psychology graduate Deven Nestorowich ’20 and Daemen faculty members on perceptions of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) was recently published in the European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education. Shannon… Read More »