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Niagara University Remembers James V. Glynn, ’57, ’87 (Hon.), Niagara University Chairman Emeritus

January 5, 2026

James V. Glynn, ’57, ’87 (Hon.), chairman and CEO of Maid of the Mist Corp. and Niagara University chairman emeritus, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, at home following a lengthy illness. Mr. Glynn leaves an indelible legacy of faith and service that has transformed both his community and his alma mater. Mr. Glynn’s...

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Niagara University Collaborates with Buffalo Niagara Partnership on Talent Development Program

December 4, 2025

The content and curriculum of Buffalo Niagara Partnership’s leadership development program, BNP Grow, was enhanced through a new collaboration with Niagara University. Faculty from the university’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration shared their expertise on leadership theory, organizational behavior, and professional development with 25 up-and-coming leaders from 16 Western New York organizations. The partnership was facilitated by Kevin Morse, NU’s director of human resources.

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Members of Niagara University Community Were Featured Presenters at 2025 WNY Service Learning Coalition Summit

December 1, 2025

Niagara University was well-represented during the 2025 Western New York Service Learning Coalition Summit on Nov. 21, 2025, at the University at Buffalo.

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Niagara University College of Nursing Receives $4.5 Million Grant to Create Nursing Pathways and Bolster WNY Workforce

November 24, 2025

Niagara University’s College of Nursing received a $4.5 million funding award to further its work to enhance the local nursing workforce and support students aspiring to join the profession. The HELP Nursing Pathways Program, which begins in January, will implement educational interventions, provide scholarships, and mentor learners pursuing a degree in nursing, initiatives that build on the college’s current endeavors to create new opportunities and improve retention and completion for underserved students. It will also leverage the college’s partnerships with local healthcare organizations to create clinical rotations and experiences that will increase students’ awareness of the opportunities available.

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NU Edge Gives Business Students a Career Advantage

November 21, 2025

Entrepreneurship was the focus of NU Edge, an annual program designed to connect students in Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration with leaders in the local business ecosystem and help them discover the pathways available for their career success. This year’s event took place on Nov. 18 in the Russell Salvatore Dining Commons on the Niagara University campus.

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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.

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