College of Arts and Sciences

A high-angle view from behind a crowd of Niagara University graduates wearing purple caps and gowns during a commencement ceremony at Artpark.

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,...

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...

Student presenters pictured left to right: Sierra Ashbaugh, Lisa Aarakit, Elizabeth MacArtney, Hannah Cassidy, Dakota Harrison, Cassidy Hemingway, Ally Moll, and Kinga Wronska

Niagara University Students Present at Tri Beta District Convention

April 30, 2026

Eight Niagara University students presented at the Tri Beta District Convention hosted by theTheta Eta Chapter and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute on April 18, 2026. These students workunder the guidance of professors Cassandra Marnocha, Coleen Edwards, and William Edwards. Their presentations covered a wide range of topics including: characterizing microbial motility,physiology of Synechococcus isolates from Fayetteville...

2026 Beta Beta Beta Eta Xi inductees and Dr. Aykhan Yusifov, this year's associate inductee, gather for a photo following the pledge ceremony, welcoming them into this prestigious honor society.

National Honor Society for Biology Inducts New Members

April 29, 2026

Eighteen students were inducted into Beta Beta Beta, the national honor society for biology, on Monday, April 27th. The students, who are both Biology and Chemistry majors, celebrated with their guests and distinguished attendees, including Dr. Robert Kane, interim dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, and faculty from the Departments of Biology and...

Dr. Robert Poltis and the 2026 Gamma Sigma Epsilon inductees at the banquet (photo credit: Breana Andrews).

Science Students Honored at Annual Chemistry Banquet

April 29, 2026

The Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students at the Annual Chemistry Honors Banquet co-hosted by the American Chemical Society and Gamma Sigma Epsilon student chapters, on Monday, April 20. Several graduating seniors were recognized for their excellence in academics and research: Outstanding Pre-Professional Student: Chloe BriggsOutstanding Student in an...

Niagara University's mock trial team participates in a competition at the University at Buffalo.

Niagara University Mock Trial Team Competes Against Region’s Top Universities

April 17, 2026

The Niagara University mock trial team concluded its competition season at the American Mock Trial Association Regional Tournament, hosted by the University at Buffalo, Feb. 21-22. Each year, the team competes in an invitational tournament and a regional tournament. The Niagara team includes co-captains Matthew DeFrancesco and Michael Baio, along with Ava Palo, Emma Wolf,...

Group photograph from 2026 Comparative Borders Conference on March 28 at Brock University

Niagara University Students Present Their Research at the Comparative Borders Conference at Brock University

April 16, 2026

Five Niagara University students presented their research at the Comparative Borders Conference at Brock University, on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The conference, which expanded its reach beyond the Canada-U.S. relationship this year, focuses on borders and borderlands issues in a variety of academic fields and is open to undergraduate and graduate students. Dr. Shannon Risk,...

Niagara University pre-law students are pictured at the Jones Day law firm in Chicago.

Chicago Law Forum and Alumni Connections Highlight Niagara University Pre-Law Association Fall Trip

April 15, 2026

Twenty-four members of the Pre-Law Student Association traveled to Chicago from Oct. 3-6, to explore the legal field beyond the classroom. Accompanied by Professor Kevin Hinkley and Dr. Christopher Lee, associate professor of political science, students visited a global law firm, attended a national forum and toured a top-tier law school. Day One: Friday, Oct....

Niagara University pre-law students are pictured at the UB School of Law.

Niagara University Pre-Law Students Visits University at Buffalo and Syracuse University Colleges of Law

April 15, 2026

During the fall 2025 semester, members of Niagara University’s pre-law program participated in enriching law school visits to the University at Buffalo School of Law and the Syracuse University College of Law. On Oct. 23, 24 pre-law program members attended the annual fall visit to the UB School of Law. Students were welcomed by Benjamin...

Niagara University Pre-Law Students Visit U.S. Supreme Court and Capitol

April 15, 2026

From March 28-31, 23 members of Niagara University’s Pre-Law Student Association and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International, traveled to Washington, D.C., for the program’s annual spring visit to the Supreme Court. The students were accompanied by their advisor, Professor Kevin Hinkley, and Dr. Christopher Lee, associate professor of political science. The trip provided students...

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