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Daemen Holds Annual Day of Giving

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Daemen University is holding its ninth annual Day of Giving today, April 9, to support ongoing student success and the institution’s tradition of excellence. This one-day fundraiser, which kicked off at midnight, gives the Daemen community an opportunity to donate… Read More »

President and Trustees Recognized as Influential Leaders

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President Gary A. Olson, and Daemen University trustees and Community Advisory Board members have been named to Buffalo Business First’s 2025 Power 250 list, the 13th annual ranking of the most influential leaders in Buffalo and Western New York. Olson… Read More »

Daemen Hosts Middle States Review Committee

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A Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) peer review team visited Daemen University March 16-19 to conduct an on-site evaluation of the university as part of its reaffirmation of accreditation process. The seven-person team, led by committee chair, Dr.… Read More »

Falletta, Marinelli Appointed Trustees

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JoAnn Falletta, Multiple GRAMMY Award-winning conductor and Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, and Lynn Marinelli, Director of Intergovernmental Relations at Empire State Development’s Western New York Office, have been appointed to the Daemen University Board of Trustees. The board… Read More »

Wildcat Thrift Store Outfitted for Success

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The Alfiero School of Business celebrated the grand opening of the Wildcat Thrift Store on Thursday, February 20. Wildcat Thrifts, located in the business building B206, is managed by Carol Bartlo, Assistant Professor, Department Chair, MBA Director, and Accreditation Director;… Read More »

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 »