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Daemen Introduces New Master’s in Health Psychology Program

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Daemen University has introduced a new Master’s in Health Psychology program within its College of Arts, Sciences, and Education. This 33-credit interdisciplinary graduate program is the only one of its kind in the region, focusing on the integration of… Read More »

Master Planning Committee Begins Work

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Daemen University has established a Facilities Master Plan Committee to focus on a range of campus improvements, including infrastructure renovations and enhancements. The master plan will build upon the institutional priorities identified in the strategic plan to ensure continued growth… Read More »

Committee Reenvisions Daemen Hall

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Daemen President Gary A. Olson appointed a Daemen Hall Usage Committee to investigate potential uses of the second floor of Daemen Hall. The committee — chaired by Dr. Michael Brogan, executive vice president for academic affairs and provost — includes… Read More »

State of the University Shows Promising Future

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Daemen President Gary A. Olson delivered a promising State of the University address to faculty and staff on Friday, Oct. 10, highlighting the institution’s resiliency amid the evolving academic landscape. Olson was optimistic in sharing milestones and future initiatives, including: … Read More »

Daemen Among Elite Colleges Ranked by The Wall Street Journal

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Daemen University is the only private institution in Western New York to be named among The Wall Street Journal / College Pulse Rankings of the 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. The University at Buffalo was also included. The rankings… Read More »

Daemen Hosts Lee Scholars Event

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The Patrick P. Lee Foundation joined Daemen University to celebrate Lee Scholars during a reception in Rosary Hall on Thursday, Sept. 11. Daemen President Dr. Gary A. Olson and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Michael Brogan welcomed… Read More »

$40 Million Comprehensive Campaign Kicks Off

Daemen University President Gary A. Olson announced the launch of a $40 million comprehensive campaign — Moving Forward: The Campaign for Daemen’s Future — a pivotal fundraising campaign to elevate academic excellence, prepare tomorrow’s leaders, and enhance university infrastructure over… 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 »

Daemen Rings In Founders Celebration

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Daemen University’s annual Founders Celebration commenced with the ceremonial ringing of the Founders Bell on Thursday, Sept. 25. Seven distinguished members of the Daemen community, including Jo-Anne Grabowski ‘73, representing the Sisters of St. Francis who founded the college; John… Read More »

Daemen Recognized Among Top National Universities

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For the seventh consecutive year, Daemen University has been named among the 2026 Best National Universities by U.S. News & World Report. Only three institutions in the Buffalo-Niagara region — including Daemen — and 28 total institutions in New York… Read More »

President Delivers Title III Keynote

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Daemen University President Gary A. Olson delivered a keynote speech, “Why a College Education Matters,” to faculty and staff during the Title III year three kickoff on Tuesday, Sept. 23, in Daemen Hall. Speaking exclusively about the international level of… Read More »

Daemen Expands United Way Scholarship Agreement

Daemen University has expanded its 2024 agreement with United Way of Buffalo & Erie County (UWBEC) to offer generous scholarships to United Way affiliate members for all undergraduate and graduate programs within the College of Health, Human Sciences, and Business… Read More »

Quatroche, Manning Appointed Trustees of Daemen University

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Daemen University’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to appoint two new members — Thomas J. Quatroche, Jr., PhD and Kenneth Manning — during its Tuesday, Sept. 9, quarterly meeting. Quatroche is Chief Executive Officer of Erie County Medical Center Corporation… Read More »

Daemen Hall Opens

Daemen University hosted an open house at Daemen Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to celebrate recent renovations that restored the space to a 125-seat auditorium and bistro. Daemen Hall — which opened in 1949 as a theater studies building and… Read More »

Daemen Welcomes Large Class of First-Year Students

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Daemen University welcomed first-year students and their families to campus on Aug. 29 for move-in and orientation to kick off the 2025-26 academic year. Students from 12 states, including Colorado, Kansas and Nevada, and international students from such nations as… Read More »