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Niagara University Leads Western New York Private Colleges in Graduation Outcomes

October 9, 2026

When it comes to helping students reach the finish line, Niagara University stands out among Western New York’s private colleges and universities. According to data featured in Business First’s 2026 College Guide, Niagara has a 75% overall graduation rate, the highest among the region’s private four-year institutions profiled in the guide and tied for the...

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Niagara University to Host 2026 Mindfulness and Mindful Movement Conversations Conference

Alaina JonathanOctober 8, 2026

Niagara University’s Center for Mindful Practice will bring educators, health professionals, first responders, law enforcement, military personnel and other professionals together virtually Oct. 17-18 for the 2026 Mindfulness and Mindful Movement Conversations Conference. The annual conference will take place via Zoom and is designed to create opportunities for professionals to explore how mindfulness and mindful...

Niagara University in Ontario Launched Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare

Owen ShannonOctober 6, 2026

The Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare launched on Oct. 1, at Niagara University in Ontario. This addition to the Vaughan campus builds on the already existing center on the main campus. The new center allows Vaughan students to develop their understanding of ethical issues and challenges in medicine and...

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Marcus Brown Heritage Garden Blessed at Niagara University

Alaina JonathanOctober 2, 2026

On Sept. 30, Niagara University gathered alongside members of the Board of Trustees to officially bless the Marcus Brown Heritage Society Garden. The blessing was held at the start of the trustees’ regularly scheduled meeting on campus, bringing leadership together to begin their gathering in gratitude and prayer. Located prominently at the front of campus...

Niagara University Leads Western New York Private Colleges in Graduation Outcomes

Alaina JonathanOctober 9, 2026

Marcus Brown Heritage Garden Blessed at Niagara University

Alaina JonathanOctober 2, 2026

Niagara University to Host 10th Annual ‘Living in Light: The Art of Healing’ Exhibit

Alaina JonathanOctober 2, 2026

For 10 years, Niagara University’s “Living in Light: The Art of Healing” exhibit has provided a space for the stories, experiences, hopes, and dreams of domestic violence survivors to be seen and heard through art. Presented by Niagara University’s Office of Violence Prevention & Education and its community partners in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness...

Niagara University in Ontario Launched Rose Bente Lee Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare

Owen ShannonOctober 6, 2026

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Niagara University in Ontario

niagaranewsOctober 2, 2026

On Sept. 30, the Vaughan Campus came together to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation through a series of events and initiatives focused on reflection, awareness, and community engagement. The activities were coordinated by Dr. Carol Doyle-Jones, associate dean and associate professor, College of Education; Kimberlee Smith, faculty fellow, College of Education, LeChelle...

Orientation at Niagara University in Ontario's Vaughn Campus

Niagara University Vaughan Campus Welcomes New Students with Inaugural Joint Orientation

niagaranewsSeptember 4, 2026

Niagara University in Ontario, Vaughan Campus, welcomed approximately 184 new students from across all programs during its inaugural joint orientation, held Aug. 26–28. The three-day experience brought students, faculty, and staff together to build community, share important resources, and help new students begin their Niagara University journey with confidence. The orientation was led by LeChelle...

Marcus Brown Heritage Garden Blessed at Niagara University

Alaina JonathanOctober 2, 2026

Niagara Alumni, Employee Recognized in Buffalo Business First 40 Under 40

Alaina JonathanJuly 30, 2026

Niagara alumni and employees continue to make their mark in the Western New York community. Two Niagara University alumni and one university employee are featured in Buffalo Business First’s 40 Under 40 class. The designation recognizes individuals for their professional success and the impact they make in their communities. Christine Stolzenburg, ’09, audit principal at...

Niagara University Named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2026 Transfer Honor Roll

Alaina JonathanJuly 21, 2026

For the sixth consecutive year, Niagara University has been named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2026 Transfer Honor Roll, recognizing the university’s commitment to creating an outstanding transfer student experience. Only 275 colleges and universities nationwide received the distinction. Phi Theta Kappa is the premier international honor society for students attending associate degree-granting institutions. Membership is...

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