Articles by Lisa McMahon

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month

In Other, by , on November 7th, 2023

Learn more about diabetes and prediabetes, who is at risk, what type of testing you should request, and how you can make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent or reverse the condition of prediabetes on Monday, Nov. 27, at 12:30 p.m. in the … More

International Education Week

In Other, by , on November 2nd, 2023

International Education Week is Nov. 13-18, and the Office of International Relations/Brennan Center has a full calendar of events planned that are hosted by the office or that are supported and promoted by various clubs and departments across campus. A … More

Update Address in ADP

In Other, by , on November 2nd, 2023

Employees, please take a moment to verify that your address is up to date in ADP, our payroll system, by Dec. 1. Having the correct address on file is crucial to guarantee that you receive your W-2s and any other … More

Healing Circle

In Other, by , on November 2nd, 2023

Healing circles – A sacred circle, another word for altar that creates safe environments in which those who are impacted by a condition or circumstance can share their experiences and harvest collective wisdom.” Join us for talking and listening as … More

Niagara Shares Scholarship

In Other, by , on October 31st, 2023

It is time once again to request student nominations for the Niagara Shares Scholarship, which will be awarded for the 2023-2024 school year. All employees are encouraged to nominate a student who meets the criteria described below. The last award … More

The New General Education Curriculum

In Other, by , on October 30th, 2023

Information about the new General Education curriculum is now available under Faculty Links on myNU. Look under “New Gen Ed Materials.” Documents include the following: An overview of the curriculum along with designation descriptions and SLOs (“Curriculum Pillars, Designations and … More

Middle States Accreditation Process

In Other, by , on October 27th, 2023

NU’s eight-year accreditation process with Middle States is about to begin, and we need involvement from across the university—administrators, staff, and faculty—to collaborate on this critical reflective endeavor. We are looking for people who want to be involved and learn … More

Athletics Highlights for the Week of Oct. 30, 2023

In Other, by , on October 26th, 2023

Nov. 1Women’s basketball vs. Mercyhurst (Exhibition), Gallagher Center, 6 p.m.Men’s soccer vs. Mount St. Mary’s, Niagara Field, 2 p.m. Nov. 3Men’s hockey vs. Air Force, Military Appreciation Night, Dwyer Arena,7 p.m.Women’s tennis vs. UB, Miller Tennis CenterWomen’s swimming vs. Stone … More

“A Matter of Mindfulness: Reprogramming the Reflex”

In Other, by , on October 26th, 2023

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is sponsoring its October/November workshop, “A Matter of Mindfulness: Reprogramming the Reflex,” on the following days: Monday, Oct. 30, from 2-3:30 p.m. in Bisgrove 250Facilitators: Dr. Karen Kwandrans and Tricia McKissic Wednesday, Nov. … More

Family Business Center Virtual Breakfast Forum

In Other, by , on October 25th, 2023

“The Path Forward to Decarbonization & New York State’s Energy Transition” Presented by Donna L. DeCarolisPresident, National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 Virtual Presentation: 8:15 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.  New York’s policymakers are moving swiftly to transition … More

Fire Safety Training

In Other, by , on October 19th, 2023

At Niagara University, promoting and maintaining a safe work environment for our campus community is our priority. Please join us for a virtual training session designed to teach preventive measures that will eliminate and minimize causes of fires and fire … More

United Way Campaign 2023

In Other, by , on October 17th, 2023

During the weeks of Nov. 6-Dec 4, please consider making a pledge to the United Way of Greater Niagara campaign. You can designate Niagara University as the agency you would like to support. An online pledge form and payroll deduction … More

Today is “Restart a Heart Day”

In Other, by , on October 10th, 2023

In observance of this global initiative to increase awareness about the importance of bystander CPR, the Kiernan Center invites students, faculty and staff to review or learn how to properly administer hands-only CPR from 1-5 p.m. in the Kiernan Center … More