Ridgefest, Niagara University’s annual end-of-the-school-year celebration, took place April 9-13. Coordinated by Campus Activities, it featured a variety of events and activities each day for the enjoyment of the entire Niagara University community. Read the recap (and view photos) by … More
Niagara University’s College of Education held an event Wednesday, April 23, to officially unveil the Family Literacy Center. The center, which is housed in the university’s Academic Complex, is an on-campus educational opportunity for graduate students to demonstrate teaching while enhancing the … More
Niagara University hosted the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Western New York Chapter 2014 International Logistics and Supply Chain Student Competition on Friday, April 11. John Hogg of Straight-Forward Consulting and president of the CSCMP advised, “Part of … More
The Niagara University Student Veterans Organization will hold its second annual Memorial Day Disc Golf Tournament at Joseph Davis State Park on Saturday, May 24. All proceeds benefit the Sergeant Major Fred E. Kirtchen Memorial Scholarship Fund, which assists returning … More
Niagara University is one of the 332 most environmentally responsible colleges in the U.S. and Canada, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company known for its test prep programs and college rankings, ratings, and guidebooks profiles NU in the … More
Students in Dr. Susan Mason’s Introduction to Gerontology were in for a treat last Monday afternoon when 101-year-old Dorothy Boeck came to speak about her life and what it is like living in a world that she has seen change … More
On April 10, 2014, the College of Business Administration recognized undergraduate and graduate business students for their outstanding academic achievements at the induction ceremony for two honor societies, Beta Gamma Sigma and Omicron Delta Epsilon. Click here for a recap and list of … More
A Niagara University recruitment poster earned a Silver Award as part of the 29th annual Educational Advertising Awards, sponsored by Higher Education Marketing Report. The poster, bearing the university’s trademark “Education That Makes a Difference” tagline, was designed by TWG Plus. The Educational Advertising … More
On April 8, 2014, students were recognized at a dual ceremony for the inductees of the Lambda Chi chapter of the Beta Alpha Psi honor society and participants of Niagara University’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Beta Alpha Psi is … More
Niagara University’s annual Undergraduate Research Conference took place Friday, April 11, with 125 students presenting their findings to the campus community. Morning panel discussions were held in St. Vincent’s Hall, while posters illustrating the students’ work filled the Castellani Art … More
NU Theatre will present the award winning murder mystery musical, “Curtains” from April 24 through May 4, 2014. The production will be on stage in the Leary Theatre within the Elizabeth Ann Clune Center for Theatre, Clet Hall, at 7 … More
Niagara University is a proud participant in the Presidents’ Climate Commitment, which includes a promise to reduce our greenhouse gases and use of natural resources. This past summer, the Resource Stewardship Task Force estimated that the university could annually save … More
The Office of International Relations’ baby photo contest has been extended. Please submit a baby photo and a current photo of yourself to the Office of International Relations at studyabroad@niagara.edu by Wednesday, April 16. The photos will be posted on … More
According to US2020, by 2018, there will be 1.2 million job openings in the United States in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, with a significant shortage of qualified applicants to fill them. President Barack Obama has gone on record numerous times to stress … More
Heritage Way will close this Thursday and Friday for repairs. The catch basin and asphalt will be replaced during this time. Please contact Tina Young at ext. 8431 with any questions.
Five Niagara University students are currently attending the sold-out Major League Baseball Diversity Business Summit in New York City. Accompanied by Dr. Jimmy Smith, assistant professor of sport management, students Jon Hibbard, Chris Kryszynski, Chris Norman, Brian Phillips and Mike Seaman are participating … More
Singers are needed to help lead the community in song at the Commencement Liturgy. Mass will be held at 4 p.m. in Upper Level Gallagher Center on Friday, May 9. Please contact Kristina Schliesman (kschliesman@niagara.edu) if you are able to … More
Barry S. Donner, former professor of law, passed away April 13. Funeral services will be held at the Amherst Memorial Chapel Inc., 281 Dodge Rd. on Thursday at 9 a.m. No prior visitations. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to … More
Heritage Way will close this Thursday and Friday for repairs. The catch basin and asphalt will be replaced during this time. Please contact Tina Young at ext. 8431 with any questions.
The White House recently announced that the first national day of action will take place April 30, 2014. “America’s PrepareAthon!” is a nationwide, community-based campaign to build a more secure and resilient nation by getting more Americans to understand what disasters could … More