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CILS Hosts Interprofessional Training Event

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Daemen University’s Center for Interprofessional Learning and Simulation (CILS) hosted an interprofessional training event for Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center emergency room staff on July 14, one of several sessions planned this summer. Susan Brooks, M.S., B.S.N., R.N., N.E.A.‑B.C., executive… Read More »

Daemen’s Investment Rating Upgraded

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Fitch Ratings has upgraded Daemen University’s NY Issuer Default Rating (IDR) from BBB- to BBB with an “outlook: stable” assessment, signaling its ongoing confidence in the institution’s economic resilience. All three credit rating agencies — Fitch, Standard & Poor’s,… Read More »

Daemen Named 2026-2027 College of Distinction

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Daemen University received national recognition as a 2026-2027 College of Distinction for the nineteenth consecutive year, honoring its ongoing commitment to academic excellence. The university earned repeated distinctions in three undergraduate programs: business, education, and nursing. In addition, the institution… Read More »

Taste of Technology Explores Appetite for AI

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Daemen University’s IT department held its annual Taste of Technology event on May 21, featuring a series of in-person technology demos, discussions, and workshops for faculty and staff. Lead AI Strategist and Assistant Professor of Computing Sciences for Finger Lakes… Read More »

Daemen Celebrates 75th Commencement

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Daemen University celebrated its 75th commencement with undergraduate and graduate ceremonies on Saturday, May 16, at Kleinhans Music Hall. Daemen President Gary A. Olson commended the graduates for their dedication and perseverance, and reminded them, “Perhaps the most important ability… Read More »

Babcock Appointed Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management and Capital Projects

Daemen University has appointed Jeremy Babcock as the new Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management and Capital Projects. Babcock, who will begin work on June 29, comes to Daemen from the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he served as Executive… Read More »

President Announces Major Construction Project

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During Daemen University’s spring State of the University address on April 24, President Gary A. Olson announced that the institution will be undertaking a major construction project to transform Daemen Hall into the new home of the physician assistant (PA)… Read More »

State of the University: An Optimistic Outlook

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Daemen University President Gary A. Olson delivered the spring State of the University address on April 24, highlighting strategic planning conducted over the past decade to set the institution up for sustainability and growth amid the enrollment cliff. “The cliff… Read More »

Daemen Among Top Graduate Schools Nationwide

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Daemen University has been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Graduate School rankings, released on April 7. Daemen’s nursing, physician assistant, physical therapy, and social work graduate programs are among the top-ranked programs in… Read More »

Defiance College Students Can Earn DPT at Daemen

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Daemen University and Defiance College have entered into articulation and memorandum of agreements to establish “3+3” and “4+3” education programs leading to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at Daemen. Both programs will accept up to five students annually.… Read More »

President and Trustees Among Top Business Leaders

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Daemen University President Gary A. Olson and members of the Board of Trustees and Community Advisory Board are among the most influential business leaders in Western New York, and have been named to Buffalo Business First’s 14th annual 2026 Power… Read More »

Daemen Recognized as Military Friendly School

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Daemen University has been named a 2026-2027 Gold Military Friendly® School in recognition of its dedication to providing effective academic pathways and support to the military community. The institution was also named a 2026-2027 Military Spouse Friendly School. “Daemen is… Read More »

Daemen Enhances Point-of-Care Ultrasound Training

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Daemen University recently added multiple point-of-care-ultrasound (POCUS) compatible training models, including a central line trainer, four peripheral IV insertion trainers, a lumbar puncture demonstration trainer, and five knee arthrocentesis models, to its Center for Interprofessional Learning and Simulation (CILS). The… Read More »

Daemen Offers New Continuing Medical Education Courses

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Daemen University’s Center for Interprofessional Learning and Simulation (CILS) is offering faculty-led online continuing medical education (CME) courses for healthcare professionals. The first CME course—Virtues and Vices in Medicine—developed by Daemen faculty Kurt Blankschaen, PhD and Sarah Latchford, MPAS, PA-C… Read More »

Prominent Figures to Deliver Commencement Addresses

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Two prominent figures in the Western New York community will address graduates during Daemen University’s 75th commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16. Former TV anchor Don Postles and Chief Executive Officer of Erie County Medical Center Corporation (ECMC) Thomas J.… Read More »