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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’s Men’s ACHA M1 Hockey Team No. 1 in American Collegiate Hockey Association Ranking #6

November 12, 2025

The Niagara University’s men's club ACHA D1 hockey team took over the top spot in the American Collegiate Hockey Association Ranking #6 for the first time in team history. The undefeated Purple Eagles swept Adrian College in pair of games on the road at Arrington Ice Arena, Nov. 6 and 7.

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Kellanova Visits Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration

November 12, 2025

More than 100 business students explored career pathways and opportunities in the food and consumer packaged goods industry during a recent visit by Tudor Cisloiu, Eastern US district director of team sales for Kellanova, a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North American frozen breakfast.

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Two Niagara University Alumni Honored as Leaders of Color

November 6, 2025

Joanne Rickard Israel, general manager at the Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, and Darius Myles, president and CEO of DMyles Inc., were honored by Buffalo Business First as among the “Power 100 Business Leaders of Color” in recognition of the way they foster creativity and inclusion in their organizations, act as role models for future generations, and recognize that diverse viewpoints breed success.

Niagara University Names Seven to Board of Trustees

November 6, 2025

Niagara University recently elected seven new members to its Board of Trustees: The Rev. Kevin Creagh, C.M. Ed.D., senior vice president for mission integration at Catholic Health, Long Island; Jessica Enstice, an educator and active community volunteer; the Rev. Patrick Flanagan, C.M., Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at St. John’s University; Michael Harrington, partner at Duane Morris LLP; Joanne Israel, general manager of Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino; Kevin Kreczko, vice president daydreamer | customer experience for Bass Pro Shops; and Dr. Eileen O’Brien-Scannell, president of Buffalo Peace House.

Niagara University Honors Scott Bieler and the Vincentian Community at Annual President’s Dinner

November 6, 2025

Niagara University celebrated its students and honored distinguished individuals who embody Niagara’s mission within their communities during the 2025 President’s Dinner on Nov. 5, 2025. Scott Bieler, president and CEO of West Herr Automotive Group and The Scott Bieler Family Foundation, received the St. Vincent de Paul Award in recognition of his outstanding support of NU and its students, and the Vincentian Community was honored with the Ozanam Medal in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission.

Niagara University Online M.S. in Information Security and Digital Forensics Named One of the Best in the Nation by Cybersecurity Guide

November 3, 2025

Niagara University’s master’s degree program in information security and digital forensics has been named as one of the best online programs for 2026 by Cybersecurity Guide, a resource referenced by leading cybersecurity professionals in academia, industry, and beyond. Niagara was the only school in New York state to be included on the list. NU’s program,...

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Niagara University Administrators Present at National Symposium on Student Retention

October 29, 2025

Antonia Knight, dean of academic services at Niagara University, and Kathryn Marzec, associate dean, were featured presenters at the National Symposium on Student Retention, Oct. 20-23, 2025, in Reno, Nevada.

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Educators and Community Organizations Discuss Early Childhood Best Practices at Niagara University Summit

October 29, 2025

Niagara University’s Levesque Institute for Civic Engagement welcomed educators and members of community organizations to the 2025 Early Childhood Summit on Oct. 25. The event, which was generously funded by the Peter and Elizabeth Tower Foundation, focused on collective impact for early learners and fostered collaboration among the participants.

Niagara University Graduate Student Publishes Article in National School Psychology Newsletter

October 27, 2025

Niagara University school psychology graduate student Audrey Ricotta, ’23, a mental health technician in the Air Force Reserve, shared her unique experience and perspective in the November 2025 issue of Communiqué, published by the National Association of School Psychologists as the premiere source of news and information relevant to daily practice, trends, and innovations in the field.

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