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PA Exam Pass Rates Exceed National Averages

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Daemen University’s Physician Assistant program continues to develop exceptional healthcare practitioners. The Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE) performance report for 2024 revealed that Daemen’s first-time pass rate for 2024 was 96%, exceeding the national first-time pass rate of 92%.… Read More »

Daemen Recognized for Campus Prevention

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Daemen University has been recognized with the 2024 Campus Prevention Network (CPN) Seal of Prevention—only 12% of colleges and universities in the country achieve this recognition—for best-in-class digital prevention and wellness programs it provides to students. The CPN Seal of… Read More »

Byron Brown Appointed Trustee of Daemen University

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Byron Brown, Buffalo’s longest-serving mayor and now President and CEO of Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation, has been appointed to the Daemen University Board of Trustees. The board voted unanimously to appoint Brown during its Tuesday, November 12 quarterly meeting.… Read More »

D’Amore Publishes Research Findings on Komodo Dragon Teeth

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Domenic D’Amore, Associate Professor of Biology at Daemen University, co-authored a research paper published by Nature Ecology & Evolution that presented his findings about iron in Komodo dragon teeth. After connecting with fellow colleague, Aaron LeBlanc, at the Society of… Read More »

Daemen Named 2024-2025 College of Distinction

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For the seventeenth consecutive year, Daemen University received national acclaim as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction for its commitment to exceptional education. The award reflects Daemen’s dedication to fostering hands-on learning, strong student-faculty relationships, an active campus community, and stellar… Read More »

President Delivers State of the University Address

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President Gary A. Olson delivered a powerful State of the University address to staff and faculty on Friday, Oct. 25, as he shared the university’s progress and his vision for its ongoing success. Dr. Olson discussed milestones across multiple projects,… Read More »

Daemen Forms National Honor Society for First-Generation Students

To recognize the academic achievements of first-generation students, Daemen University established the Lambda Pi Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) National Honor Society. Over 100 students currently enrolled at Daemen are eligible for this prestigious recognition. They are the first… Read More »

Daemen Named Among Top National Universities

For the sixth consecutive year, Daemen University has been recognized as a leading institution of higher education in the country, being named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best National Universities list. Daemen is one of only three institutions… Read More »

Mary Wilson Honored at Daemen Gala

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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

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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 »

Daemen Awarded $5 Million Grant

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Daemen University was awarded a $5 million unrestricted grant from B. Thomas Golisano, entrepreneur, philanthropist and the founder of Paychex. Mr. Golisano donated $360 million to 82 nonprofit organizations across Western and Central New York, focused on health, education, intellectual… Read More »

CILS Expands with New Simulated Hospital Room

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A summer construction project to expand Daemen’s Center for Interprofessional Learning and Simulation (CILS) was completed in time to welcome students for the fall semester. This project added 625 square feet and features a fully functional hospital suite complete with… Read More »

Daemen Named a 2024-25 Equity & Inclusion College of Distinction

Daemen University has been designated a 2045-25 Equity & Inclusion College of Distinction. This marks Daemen’s seventeenth consecutive year of recognition from Colleges of Distinction and a first for special recognition in our efforts to ensure equitable treatment and accessibility… Read More »