Category / Community Outreach
NU Begins New Program in Developmental Disabilities
Seventeen agencies serving individuals with disabilities participated in a reception Wednesday evening to announce a new bachelor’s degree program in developmental disabilities that will be offered by Niagara University’s College of Education. This new bachelor of arts (B.A.) degree program was developed in partnership with many community-based agencies that serve... Read on →
ReNU Niagara Moves Downtown, Institute for Civic Engagement Named After Father Levesque
ReNU Niagara is moving its offices downtown – and the institute that oversees the community-minded program has a new name. Those were the announcements made during a press conference held today (June 10) at ReNU Niagara’s new location on the corner of Main St. and Park Place in Niagara Falls. Since... Read on →
More Than 120 NU Employees Participate in 2013 Day of Community Service
MaryAnne Brown has worked at Niagara University since 1996. During that time, she has participated in the university’s employee Day of Service every year that it’s been offered. “I love to volunteer and perform community service because it’s so rewarding,” said Brown while dishing out sundaes to patrons of the... Read on →
Citizen and Community Preparedness Conference Coming to NU
On Saturday, June 8, Niagara University is hosting a conference designed to offer attendees “best practices” for establishing citizen and community preparedness initiatives. “Empowering Volunteers” is open at no cost to residents of Niagara and Erie counties. The event was conceived by Border Community SERVICE, a community empowerment arm of... Read on →
NU Holding Community ‘Garage Sale’ May 17-18
It’s no secret that students sometimes leave usable items in their wake as the hustle to summer vacation begins. A Niagara University committee is coordinating an effort to put those items to good use. Residence hall furniture will be among the many items for sale this... Read on →
Two Students, One Alumna Participating in 4K for Cancer
Vince Schiano set off on a 4,000-mile bike ride last summer to raise money and awareness for young adults suffering from cancer. Little did he know that his cross-country venture would also inspire three young women back “home” on Monteagle Ridge to join the cause this year. NU seniors Catherine Cardinal... Read on →
Gouldrick, Chambers Join 28 Students as New Inductees of Graduate Honor Society
Twenty-eight Niagara University students were inducted into Kappa Gamma Pi, the National Catholic College Graduate Honor Society, during a ceremony held May 3, 2013, in St. Vincent’s Hall. The Rev. John Gouldrick, C.M., associate vice president for mission and director of the Vincentian Scholars Program, and Dr. Thomas Chambers, director... Read on →
NU Accepting Registrations for 2013 Summer Youth Camp
Niagara University’s recreation department is now accepting registrations for its popular Summer Youth Camp, which will be held on campus from June 24 to August 16. Geared toward children ages six to 12, the camp is conducted in a safe, fun environment by an experienced and friendly staff, and features... Read on →
Crystal Lorenzo Receives Newman Civic Fellowship
Crystal Lorenzo, a Niagara University sophomore majoring in psychology and Spanish, has been named a 2013 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact for demonstrating outstanding leadership and civic engagement. The Fredonia native was among the less than 200 students in the country to receive the award. Campus Compact is a... Read on →
‘Experience NU’ Living Up to Its Name
“Experience NU.” The program’s concept is as straightforward as its name. Organized by Niagara University faculty and staff members participating in the Vincentian Mission Certificate program, “Experience NU” offers inner city elementary and middle school students a taste of the college experience. For seven Tuesdays beginning February 26, 10 young people... Read on →
