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Niagara University Reports 73% Surge in Spring Transfer Enrollment

February 2, 2026

Niagara University created enrollment momentum entering the spring 2026 semester, reporting a significantly increased number of new transfer students. According to year-to-date data, the number of new transfer and returning students committed to Niagara University for the spring 2026 semester has increased by 73% compared to the same time last year. This surge reflects the...

Niagara University College of Nursing Receives $400,000 Cabrini Grant to Address Maternal Health Disparities

February 2, 2026

Niagara University’s College of Nursing has received a $400,000 grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to develop a comprehensive educational and community engagement program aimed at addressing maternal health disparities in and around Western New York. The Rural Maternal Health Project will facilitate both clinical and simulated opportunities focused on maternal health, giving nursing...

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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.

Niagara University announces fall 2025 lecture series

Lockport Union Sun and Journal October 20, 2025

University Launches Custom App to Keep Students Connected

October 6, 2025

As part of its ongoing commitment to student success and well-being, Niagara University recently launched PurplePing, a free app that will keep students connected, informed, and supported while they’re on campus.

Niagara University unveils its new Scott Bieler Institute of Business Ethics

Yahoo News September 29, 2025

Niagara University unveils its new Scott Bieler Institute of Business Ethics

Lockport Union Sun & Journal September 26, 2025

Niagara University cuts ribbon on Bieler Institute of Business Ethics

Niagara Frontier Publications September 25, 2025

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Niagara University’s Innovative Pathways for Transfer Students Recognized by Phi Theta Kappa

August 4, 2025

More students transfer to Niagara University than to any other college and university in Western New York, due in large part to the dynamic and innovative transfer pathways and scholarships NU offers.

Scott and Kathy Bieler announce a transformative gift

Niagara University Begins Construction on the Bieler Institute of Business Ethics

June 27, 2025

Niagara University announced that construction will begin on the Bieler Institute of Business Ethics, spearheaded by a generous gift from Scott and Kathy Bieler and the Scott Bieler Family Foundation. Bieler, president & CEO of the West Herr Automotive Group, is known throughout Western New York as a local philanthropist. The gift will support the...

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