College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management

Niagara University Welcomes Three Merani Scholarship Recipients

August 18, 2026

Three incoming freshmen have been selected as the 2026 recipients of Niagara University’s Merani Scholarship, a partnership between the university and Merani Hotel Group designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the hospitality industry. For some students, that experience begins while they are still in high school. Merani Hotel Group is an independent hospitality...

A group photo standing before the stunning, historic architecture of the local cathedral features Dr. Guerinot, Fr. Maher, and the four summer interns.

Father Maher Joins Hospitality Administrators for Site Visits in Lake Como

June 15, 2026

Grounded in its commitment to providing world-class, experiential learning opportunities, Niagara University leadership recently traveled to the picturesque region of Lake Como, Italy, to visit the location of one of Niagara’s historic experiential learning locations. The visit, led by the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., NU president, served to reinforce vital academic and hospitality partnerships...

Father Maher shakes hands with Pope Leo XIV.

Niagara University President Encounters Pope Leo XIV During Vatican Seminar on Future of Higher Ed

June 10, 2026

The Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, returned Friday from Vatican City after joining a select delegation of North American Catholic higher education leaders for a weeklong seminar that culminated in a private audience with Pope Leo XIV. The 2026 Rome Seminar, held June 1-5, was organized by the Association of Catholic...

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...

Niagara University students carry a Take Back the Night banner on campus in April 2025.

Niagara University ‘Takes Back the Night’ on April 16

April 8, 2026

Niagara University is inviting the community to “Take Back the Night” on April 16 through participation in an annual event that aims to end sexual, relationship, and domestic violence in all forms. The event begins in the Gallagher Center gym at 5 p.m. and features resource tables, poster making, a brief program, and a student-organized...

Niagara University students at the CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo in Anaheim.

Niagara University CMAA Student Chapter Again Named Best in the Country

March 20, 2026

Niagara University’s student chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) was once again named Student Chapter of the Year by the association at its World Conference and Club Business Expo, which was held Feb. 17-21 in Anaheim, California. It marks the 14th time in its 16-year history that the NU chapter has been...

Group photo of the Niagara University group that is participating in Super Bowl events.

Nine Niagara University Students Score Super Bowl Experience

February 3, 2026

Nine students from Niagara University’s College of Hospitality, Sport, and Tourism Management are headed to Santa Clara, California, to see what goes into organizing the National Football League’s showcase event as they work behind the scenes at Super Bowl LX for a one-of-a-kind experiential learning opportunity. The students depart on Tuesday, Feb. 3, for Levi’s Stadium, where...

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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...

Big fish in a small pond: Sophia Marshall, ’15: Career path leads to Buffalo

November 21, 2025

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