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Niagara University Announces Historic $5 Million Gift to Pre-law Program

November 18, 2025
Niagara University is proud to announce a historic and transformative gift that will elevate the experience and success of its pre-law students. The landmark contribution of $5 million by the family of alumnus George Wiegers, '58—the largest to an undergraduate pre-law program in the region—will provide exceptional opportunities to aspiring legal professionals through the establishment of an on-campus moot courtroom and pre-law library, an endowed directorship, and expanded resources.
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Niagara University  Remembers James V. Glynn, ’57, ’87 (Hon.), Niagara University Chairman Emeritus

Lisa McMahonJanuary 5, 2026
James V. Glynn, ’57, ’87 (Hon.), chairman and CEO of Maid of the Mist Corp. and Niagara University chairman emeritus, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, at home following a lengthy illness. Mr. Glynn leaves an indelible legacy of faith and service that has transformed both his community and his alma mater. Mr. Glynn’s...
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Niagara University Collaborates with Buffalo Niagara Partnership on Talent Development Program

Lisa McMahonDecember 4, 2025
The content and curriculum of Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s leadership development program, BNP Grow, was enhanced through a new collaboration with Niagara University. Faculty from the university’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration shared their expertise on leadership theory, organizational behavior, and professional development with 25 up-and-coming leaders from 16 Western New York organizations. The partnership was facilitated by Kevin Morse, NU’s director of human resources.
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Hospitality Concentration Now Available in Niagara University MBA Program

Lisa McMahonJanuary 8, 2026
Niagara University’s MBA program now offers a hospitality concentration, enabling students who are interested in this diverse and exciting profession to customize their MBA experience to match these career interests and goals. The university’s unique proximity to one of the most vibrant and globally recognized tourism destinations offers students an exceptional opportunity to prepare for...
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Niagara University Men’s Hockey Partners with SkateSkins® and Oishei Children’s Hospital to Bring Kids’ Creativity to the Rink

Lisa McMahonOctober 20, 2025
Original drawings created by the young patients at Oishei Children’s Hospital will be featured on skates worn by the Niagara University men’s hockey team and referees during Niagara’s annual Division I men’s exhibition game against USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program on Friday, Oct. 24, at Dwyer Arena.
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Dr. Asma Ahmed Receives Grant to Study Lived Experiences of Muslim Women Leaders

Lisa McMahonSeptember 30, 2025
Dr. Asma Ahmed,chair and assistant professor of education at Niagara University in Ontario, was awarded a prestigious grant from the Qatar Foundation’s female sector, Al-Mujadilah, to work on the project "Muslim Women Leaders Between Sacred Texts and Social Contexts: Navigating Ethics and Theology Across East and West."
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Dr. Carol Doyle-Jones Receives Grant to Explore Role of Children’s Literature in Social Justice

Lisa McMahonAugust 28, 2025
Dr. Carol Doyle-Jones, academic associate dean and associate professor in the College of Education, Niagara University in Ontario, is the recipient of a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Explore Grant for her literacy-based teacher education pilot research called “Reimaging the Bookshelf: Children's Literature for Social Justice.”
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Darius Myles, ’15: Building a Future for His Family and Community

Lisa McMahonOctober 29, 2025
Darius Myles’ affinity for the construction industry began as a child while playing with trucks in the sandbox in the backyard of his Town of Niagara home. The skills he gained as a business student at Niagara University built upon his strong sense of family and equally strong work ethic, giving him a firm foundation for his future success in the business.
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Dr. John Sullivan, ’93: From Niagara to New Zealand and Many Places In Between

Lisa McMahonSeptember 22, 2025
In 1993, John Sullivan walked across the stage at Niagara University, curious about where his passion for psychology, health, sport, and human performance would take him. More than three decades later, he has become a global leader in clinical sport psychology and neuroscience, his work grounded in a commitment to service, innovation, and translating science into impact.
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