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Patrick Byrne, chief information security officer at Evans Bank, offered insight and advice to students during his presentation, “The Power of Discomfort: How Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone Can Help You Grow.”

Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration Hosts Cybersecurity Expert

February 1, 2024

As a college student, Patrick Byrne didn’t take advantage of the extracurricular opportunities he had to gain valuable experience in his field of accounting and to connect with professionals in the industry. He made up for lost time after graduation, however, by finding his niche—cybersecurity—and focusing on professional development through conferences and networking. Today, he is chief information security officer at Evans Bank and a Buffalo Business First “30 under 30” honoree.

Niagara University’s Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare Hosts Discussion on Black Disability Politics

January 30, 2024

“Articulating and Enacting Black Disability Politics in the National Black Women's Health Project,” leads off a series of discussions hosted by Niagara University’s Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare this spring.

Niagara school counselors-in-training celebrated School Counseling Week in 2023.

Counseling Students to Celebrate National School Counseling Week

January 24, 2024

Students in Niagara University’s master’s degree program in school counseling will celebrate National School Counseling Week 2024, “School Counseling: Standards-Based, Student-Focused,” from Feb. 5–9, by participating in activities to thank and acknowledge school counselors for the work that they do.

Hezekiah Baker (American, 1940–2007) Backwater Under Pink Clouds, c. 2000 oil on Upson board. Collection of Dr. Marilyn Chandler Ford, Promised gift to the Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University

Castellani Art Museum Celebrates Black History Month with Pioneering Exhibitions and Discussions

January 23, 2024

This February, the Castellani Art Museum will present an array of enriching programs in honor of Black History Month. These events are dedicated to highlighting the artistic contributions of African-American artists and exploring the experiences of the BIPOC community in the art world.

The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., Honored for Lasting Impact to Niagara Falls Community

January 22, 2024

The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, received Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s Nancy Gara Spirit Award at the Premier, the hospital’s annual black-tie event, on Jan. 20, 2024. The award honors the late Gara, a respected banking executive and former board member of NFMMC widely admired for her enduring optimism and steadfast commitment to community service.

Rev. Paul L. Golden, Former President of Niagara University, Passes Away

January 22, 2024

The Rev. Paul L. Golden, C.M., who served as president of Niagara University from 1995-1999, passed away peacefully on Jan. 20, 2024, at St. Mary’s of the Barrens in Perryville, Mo. He was 85 years old.

Niagara University’s College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management Receives Grants to Expand Educational Opportunities and Facilitate Diversity

January 19, 2024

Niagara University’s College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management was awarded two grants that will support programs to provide local high school students with valuable skills, hands-on experience, and mentorship in hotel management, and to address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the hospitality industry.

Students wore the traditional outfits of several cultures during a fashion show at the Cultural Gala.

Diverse Cultures Showcased During Inaugural Gala at Niagara University

January 3, 2024

Niagara University hosted its inaugural Cultural Gala on Dec. 7, 2023, on the fourth floor of Glynn Hall. The event, a collaborative effort of the Vincentian Center for Justice, the Intercultural Engagement Center, the Asian Student Union, the Student Government Association, and International Relations, was an opportunity for the university community to recognize and celebrate the different cultures represented on campus.

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