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New York State Senator Tim Kennedy (D-Buffalo) secured $1.2 million in grant funding for °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û’s Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology (IMIT) at Villa Maria Co
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The °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Brian Higgins, a former U.S. Congressman and the CEO & president of Shea’s Performing Arts Center, to the university’s board.Â
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°Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û has received approval from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to establish two degree programs: a new bachelor’s of science in criminal justice and a newly updated Doctor of Nursing Practice.Â
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For the first time, °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û has been named to the Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges list, the largest and most comprehensive annual ranking of schools for military service members and veterans.
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Univera Healthcare has named °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û a recipient of its 2023 Health Equity Innovation Awards and will provide the institution with $30,000 in funding to implement health equity training.
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM - Lumsden Gymnasium: Explore Your Future at °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û's College Night! The largest fall college fair in Western New York! Representatives from around the country will be in attendance. For a full list of colleges and universities, or to register, visit °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û.edu/CollegeNight. Questions? Contact the Office of Admissions. Text +1 (716) 271-0454 or email admissions@daemen.edu for more information.
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11:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Founders Bell: Join us for this annual event, which includes welcomes and reflections from °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û dignitaries. The event culminates with the ringing of the Founders Bell by °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û community members including the President, faculty, student, alumni, and bell ringers.
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6:00 PM to 8:00 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center, Social Room: Established in 1986, this annual reception recognizes graduates who have made a difference and highlights their achievements and societal contributions.
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10:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Duns Scotus, Campus Store: Stock up on your °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û swag! The Campus Store, located on the first level of Duns Scotus will be open special hours to honor the Founders Celebration. Share the °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û pride with your family and loved ones!
9:30 AM to 1:00 PM - Research and Information Commons: Prospective Students! Opportunity awaits @ Fall Open House. Join us! Engage with admissions counselors. Explore °Ä²Ê¿ª½±½á¹û's campus life. Belong to our successful support system. This is a great opportunity for you to meet faculty in all our academic departments, take a tour of campus, and attend a special campus fair with representatives from student life and student services. Register today or text +1 (716) 271-0454.
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