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Kennedy Secures $1.2M in Funding for Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology

New York State Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo) secured $1.2 million in grant funding for Daemen University’s Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology (IMIT) at Villa Maria College. The state-of-the-art facility will launch in collaboration with Villa Maria and Buffalo Rehab… Read More »

Day of Giving Sees Record-Setting Support

Daemen University’s eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 18, 2024, set new records for money raised and the number of donors, with 967 supporters donating a preliminary total of $152,606. Funds raised during the 24-hour campaign will support… Read More »

Wendland Authors Book on Electoral College

Jay Wendland, an associate professor of political science at Daemen University, has published a book exploring a novel approach to reforming the Electoral College. Wendland said “The Constant Two Plan: Reforming the Electoral College to Account for the National Popular … Read More »

NEC Champions!! Men’s Volleyball Tops Saint Francis 3-1 In Tournament Championship Match

Players and coaches take a picture with NEC banner

NORTHEAST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS!!! The Daemen University men’s volleyball team collected the program’s first-ever NEC Championship title with a huge 3-1 (25-23, 25-21, 22-25, 25-20) victory over the Saint Francis Red Flash on Saturday afternoon to cap off the winningest season… Read More »

12th Annual Wildcat Golf Classic Set for August 16

The 12th Annual Wildcat Golf Classic will take place on Friday, August 16 at the Buffalo Tournament Club in Lancaster, the Daemen University Division of Athletics. The event will feature a 1:30 p.m. shotgun tee time, with accommodations for up… Read More »

Gross Anatomy Lab to Undergo Complete Overhaul

A major renovation project is underway on the gross anatomy lab at Daemen University, paving the way for a state-of-the-art facility for students in the health science professions. Construction crews have started work in the lab, which is located on… Read More »

Illustration Students Win Local ADDY Awards

Two Daemen University illustration majors have won prestigious American Advertising Awards – the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition – which recognize the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising. AAF Buffalo, the local chapter of… Read More »

Daemen to Host Vets Expo

The Veteran Services Department will host the Inaugural Daemen Vets Expo on Saturday, May 11, 2024, for the military community in Western New York. The goal of the expo is to connect veterans, active-duty military members, reservists, and their families… Read More »

National Champs! Cheer Named Grand Champions Of Surfs Up National Championship

Members of the Daemen University cheerleading team.

After earning three straight first place finishes at competitions throughout the spring, the Daemen University cheerleading squad capped off a a highly successful 2024 season by taking home the 1st place finish, Division Championship, and Grand Champions title at the… Read More »

Arabasz Earns NEC Rookie of the Year, Four From Daemen Earn All-NEC Honors

Arabasz holding a volleyball in the Lumsden Gymnasium

For the second consecutive season, four members of the Daemen University men’s volleyball team have been named to the 2024 All-Northeast Conference team, and one Wildcat picked up a major award for the season, the league announced on Tuesday afternoon.… Read More »

Daemen to Hold 8th Annual Day of Giving

Daemen University will hold the eighth annual Day of Giving on Thursday, April 18, to help make a difference in the lives of our students and continue our tradition of excellence. The one-day fundraising campaign allows members of the Daemen… Read More »

Sage Named 2024 Excellence in Health Care Award Recipient

Buffalo Business First has named Jeffrey Sage, the assistant athletic director for sports medicine and performance at Daemen University, a recipient of a 2024 Excellence in Health Care Award. The sixth annual awards honor high-achieving professionals in the healthcare… Read More »

Daemen is Tops Among East Region Schools in Current Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings

The Daemen University Department of Athletics ranks first among East Region institutions and is among the Top 40 schools in all of Division II in the 2023-24 Learfield Directors’ Cup Standings following the winter season. The current overall rankings, which… Read More »

Moote Earns ECC Men’s Outdoor Track Co-Athlete of the Week Honors

Jon Moote competes in a track and field event.

Jon Moote (Wilson, N.Y.) of Daemen University has been named the East Coast Conference Men’s Outdoor Track Co-Athlete of the Week for competitions held April 1-7. The announcement of ECC weekly awards was made Monday in the league’s weekly sport… Read More »

Daemen Receives Elite Military Friendly School Designation

student working in veterans student success center

Daemen University has been named a Military Friendly School for the 15th consecutive year, recognizing the institution’s efforts to create sustainable and meaningful education paths for the military community. For the first time, Daemen earned the elite Military Friendly School… Read More »