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Dr. Donna Philips Meets Esteemed Author and Illustrator

Owen ShannonJune 11, 2026
Dr. Donna Phillips had the opportunity to attend Hunan Book City’s Children’s Day in Changsha, China. Dr. Phillips, and retired professor Dr. Mike Smith, are currently in China teaching at Hunan First Normal University. At Children’s Day, Dr. Philips was able to meet Cai Gao, China’s first Hans Christian Andersen Award winner. The Hans Christian...
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Niagara University President Encounters Pope Leo XIV During Vatican Seminar on Future of Higher Ed

Michael FreedmanJune 10, 2026
The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, returned Friday from Vatican City after joining a select delegation of North American Catholic higher education leaders for a weeklong seminar that culminated in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV. The 2026 Rome Seminar, held June 1-5, was organized by the Association of Catholic...
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Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Announces Rebrand to ‘The Metro Conference’

Michael FreedmanMay 28, 2026
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) announced today that the Conference will officially transition to the Metro Conference beginning July 1, 2026. The new identity was developed to establish a clearer, more modern, and distinct identity while honoring the tradition and foundation built over the last 45 years. The rebrand is the result of a multi-year...
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Father Maher shakes hands with Pope Leo XIV.

Niagara University President Encounters Pope Leo XIV During Vatican Seminar on Future of Higher Ed

Michael FreedmanJune 10, 2026
The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, returned Friday from Vatican City after joining a select delegation of North American Catholic higher education leaders for a weeklong seminar that culminated in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV. The 2026 Rome Seminar, held June 1-5, was organized by the Association of Catholic...
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Class of 2026 Sent Forth to Lead with Empathy and Excellence by Niagara University

Michael FreedmanMay 21, 2026
Niagara University honored its Class of 2026 this past week during a series of commencement ceremonies in Lewiston and Vaughan, Ontario, emphasizing a commitment to civic leadership and educational access. The festivities began May 14 at Artpark with the graduate commencement. Keynote speaker Larry Quinn, a prominent businessman and former leader of the Buffalo Sabres,...
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Niagara University Faculty and Students Attend PopCon at USC Thornton School of Music

Owen ShannonMarch 30, 2026
Dr. Ajitpaul Mangat, assistant professor of English, brought students Celena Barone and Caitlyn McDowell to California, to attend PopCon. Held this year from March 12-14, PopCon brings together scholars, journalists, and musicians at the University of Southern California, for panels about pop music and its cultural impact. Dr. Mangat organized a panel for the event...
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A high-angle view from behind a crowd of Niagara University graduates wearing purple caps and gowns during a commencement ceremony at Artpark.

Class of 2026 Sent Forth to Lead with Empathy and Excellence by Niagara University

Michael FreedmanMay 21, 2026
Niagara University honored its Class of 2026 this past week during a series of commencement ceremonies in Lewiston and Vaughan, Ontario, emphasizing a commitment to civic leadership and educational access. The festivities began May 14 at Artpark with the graduate commencement. Keynote speaker Larry Quinn, a prominent businessman and former leader of the Buffalo Sabres,...
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Fourth Annual Ramadan Iftar Held at Niagara University in Ontario

Owen ShannonMarch 16, 2026
The fourth annual Ramadan Iftar was held at Niagara University in Ontario (NUO), and organized by Dr. Asma Ahmed, this past week. The Iftar aims to provide an opportunity for different cultures to come together to combat Islamophobic biases, learn about Muslims and Islam, and facilitate intercultural harmony. NUO welcomed about 60 members of the community, which sees the event continually...
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Larry and Mary Montani Honored with Vincentian Affiliation

Michael FreedmanMay 25, 2026
Niagara University celebrated a significant milestone in its spiritual and communal history on Sunday, May 17, with the formal Vincentian affiliation of Mary and Larry Montani. The ceremony, held during the final Sunday of the Easter season, recognized the couple’s decades-long commitment to the mission and charism of St. Vincent de Paul. Affiliation is a...
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Chicago Law Forum and Alumni Connections Highlight Niagara University Pre-Law Association Fall Trip

Michael FreedmanApril 15, 2026
Twenty-four members of the Pre-Law Student Association traveled to Chicago from Oct. 3-6, to explore the legal field beyond the classroom. Accompanied by Professor Kevin Hinkley and Dr. Christopher Lee, associate professor of political science, students visited a global law firm, attended a national forum and toured a top-tier law school. Day One: Friday, Oct....
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Niagara University Pre-Law Students Visit U.S. Supreme Court and Capitol

Michael FreedmanApril 15, 2026
From March 28-31, 23 members of Niagara University’s Pre-Law Student Association and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International, traveled to Washington, D.C., for the program’s annual spring visit to the Supreme Court. The students were accompanied by their advisor, Professor Kevin Hinkley, and Dr. Christopher Lee, associate professor of political science. The trip provided students...
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