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Larry and Mary Montani Honored with Vincentian Affiliation

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

May 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 Graduate Nursing Programs Earn Prestigious CCNE Accreditation

May 17, 2026

Niagara University’s graduate nursing programs have officially earned accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), a milestone that affirms the institution’s commitment to the highest national standards in healthcare education. This formal recognition follows an intensive evaluation process by the CCNE, which is the leading accrediting agency for baccalaureate and graduate nursing programs...

Inductees of the Niagara University President's Honor Society are pictured with the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., NU president, and keynote speaker Sara Villnave.

Niagara University Celebrates 2026 President’s Honor Society Inductees

May 14, 2026

Niagara University formally welcomed 17 new members into the prestigious President’s Honor Society during an induction ceremony held April 30 in the Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons. The evening served as both a celebration of student leadership and a heartfelt sendoff for the society’s graduating seniors. The President’s Honor Society recognizes students who embody the...

Boiarintseva - Dr. Boiarintseva (Associate professor of Management) talking to Jacob Pena- Brooks ’26 about his business named Athletiq

E-Commerce Venture Fair Showcases Student Entrepreneurship

May 14, 2026

On May 4, 2026, students in Dr. McNab’s e-commerce class (MGT 308) competed for investments in a Venture Fair. Nearly 500,000 Monte/McNab bucks were invested in the businesses. Nine faculty and staff members and 36 students participated as investors during the event’s inaugural year. The rules were simple: Students prepared tri-fold boards discussing their brand,...

High School Students Interested in Accounting Attend Second Annual Career Opportunities in the Accounting Profession Event

May 12, 2026

On Tuesday, May 5, the Holzschuh College of Business Administration hosted 34 students and teachers from four local high schools on campus for the Career Opportunities in the Accounting Profession (COAP) event. The event is sponsored by the New York State Society of CPAs (NYSSCPA) and represents an important component of the society’s efforts to...

From left, Provost Tim Ireland, Associate Professor Krieg Tidemann, Trustee Thomas Summers, Vice President for Institutional Advancement Jaclyn Rossi Drozd, Associate Digital Integrated & Performance Marketing Manager Ashley Decker, Senior VP of Demand Creation and Revenue Growth Marie-Claude Laprade, President Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., student Brett Verrall, Associate Professor Anna McNab, student Mark Baxter, Associate Professor Lei Han, Professor Chang Huh, Dean Mark Frascatore, and Faculty Fellow Yazbeck Sarkees.

Niagara University Expands Partnership with Vietnamese University through Rich Products Scholar Program

May 12, 2026

The longstanding partnership between Niagara University and Foreign Trade University (FTU), one of Vietnam’s premier academic institutions, is being expanded through the launch of the Rich Products Scholar Program. A new collaboration with global, family-owned food company Rich Products (Rich’s), the program strives to promote cross-cultural understanding, empower students from both institutions to develop global...

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Students Present for 2026 Undergraduate and Graduate Research Conference

May 12, 2026

As part of an annual tradition at the end of the school year, Niagara University undergraduate students have the opportunity to present scholarly research for the Undergraduate and Graduate Research Conference (UGGRC). Approximately 142 students across various academic disciplines took part in a panel presentation or poster session that showcased their work on May 1,...

Fr. Joseph G. Fitzgerald named next Provincial of the Eastern Province of the Congregation of the Mission

May 9, 2026

The Vincentians of the Eastern Province are pleased to announce the election of Fr. Joseph G. Fitzgerald, CM, as its next provincial. His term begins on June 1, 2026. A native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Fr. Fitzgerald was ordained in 2005. He has had a vast missionary experience in Panama, where he also served as a...

Dr. Yonghong Tong, Mariela Mulready, and Cian Kellet pictured in front of the welcome banner for the event.

Niagara University Faculty and Student Expand GIS Collaboration at 2026 Esri Northeast Meetup

May 5, 2026

On April 28, 2026, Dr. Yonghong Tong, associate professor of Computer and Information Sciences (CIS), and Mariela Mulready, a senior CIS major, attended the 2026 Esri Northeast Meetup – Buffalo, hosted at Buffalo State University. The half-day professional event brought together GIS professionals, government leaders, industry experts, and academic partners from across the Northeast to...

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