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Niagara University Celebrates Vincentian Heritage Week
Vincentian Heritage Week, an annual celebration of Niagara University’s rich history of education and service in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul, will take place Sept. 24-28, 2012. Also known as Founder’s Week, Vincentian Heritage Week is a way for the university community to pay homage to St. Vincent,... Read on →
NU Theatre Presents ‘The Rimers of Eldritch’ Oct. 18-22
From Oct. 18 – 22, Niagara University Theatre will proudly launch its new season with The Rimers of Eldritch. Directed by Steven Braddock, director of Niagara University Theatre, this drama was an off-Broadway success for its playwright, the late Lanford Wilson, one of the most distinguished American playwrights of... Read on →
NU’s French, Theatre Departments Collaborate on Touring Production of Medieval Farce
On a cool autumn morning, a couple hundred students from five Western New York high schools took in an unusual theatrical performance in Niagara University’s Gallagher Center. Judging by their reactions, it was clear that the attendees were emotionally engaged by the one-hour play. Most laughed. Some cringed in opposition... Read on →
Class of 2016 Officially Joins Niagara Community During New Student Convocation
Dr. Tim Downs, Niagara University’s vice president for academic affairs, stepped to the podium at 1:46 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, and said, “Today, we welcome you to the Niagara University community. An important tradition in higher education is this convocation, the day you begin an academic career at... Read on →
Niagara University Announces 2012-2013 Theatre Season
Niagara University Theatre’s 2012 – 2013 season offers an exciting array of entertainment options to suit a variety of tastes. Steven Braddock, director of Niagara University Theatre, said, “The entire season will be produced in the renovated William P. and Marie Leary Theatre in the Elizabeth Ann Clune Center for... Read on →
NUOP Students Stay Active During the Summer
Don’t tell the Niagara University Opportunity Program (NUOP) that July is a time for rest and relaxation. The 19 incoming freshmen who are involved in NUOP have been participating in a five-week summer program designed to integrate them into college life, introduce them to college coursework and reading, writing and... Read on →
Twelve Priests Convene for Annual SOLA Event
Before Niagara University was recognized by its current name, it was known as the College and Seminary of Our Lady of Angels (SOLA). The Vincentian founders of the university, the Most Rev. John Timon, C.M., and Rev. John J. Lynch, C.M., purchased two adjoining farms, the Vedder and De... Read on →
Comedian Nick Swardson’s Appearance at Niagara University Canceled
The Niagara University comedy event featuring Nick Swardson, which was scheduled for Saturday, April 28, has been canceled due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict. Ticket Refund Information All ticket refunds will be made at the point of purchase. Tickets purchased via phone and Internet will be refunded to customers automatically. Individuals... Read on →
Guitar Virtuoso Mir Ali Comes to Niagara University April 25
Mir Ali, a critically-acclaimed musician who has performed all over the world, will present an evening of Spanish classical and flamenco guitar music on April 25 at Niagara University. Sponsored by the university’s department of modern and classical languages, the event takes place at 7 p.m. in NU’s Castellani Art... Read on →
NU Students Present ‘Sing for Somalia’ Benefit Concert
Niagara University will host a “Sing for Somalia” benefit concert on April 13 in the Gallagher Center from 4 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. The event was planned by NU junior Jeannine Alsous to raise money for aid in Somalia. In 2011, Dr. Abdiweli Ali, a professor... Read on →
