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Two Niagara University Alumni Honored as Leaders of Color

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.
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NU Business Students Attend 43North Competition

A group of 20 students and two faculty members from Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration were in the packed audience at Shea’s Performing Arts Center as $5 million in prizes were given out to entrepreneurs from around the world during 43North’s annual startup competition on Oct. 16, 2025. 43North is an accelerator program...
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NU Faculty Curate Exhibit That Explores Justice Through the Lens of Contemporary and Historical Experience

Dr. Paula Kot,  associate professor of English, Dr. Jim McCutcheon, associate professor of Spanish, Dr. Lisa Williams, associate professor of management, and Dr. Donna Thompson, professor of psychology, recently collaborated to curate an exhibition at the Castellani Art Museum that explores the concept of dignity: what threatens it, what reaffirms it, and how art offers space for reflection, dialogue, and transformation.
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Darius Myles, ’15: Building a Future for His Family and Community

Darius Myles’ affinity for the construction industry began as a child while playing with trucks in the sandbox in the backyard of his Town of Niagara home. The skills he gained as a business student at Niagara University built upon his strong sense of family and equally strong work ethic, giving him a firm foundation for his future success in the business.
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Lisa Catanese, director of human resources at West Herr Automotive Group, lectures in a room with Niagara University business students.

HR Leader Shares Career Readiness Advice with NU Business Students

On Oct. 7, 2025, Lisa Catanese, director of human resources at West Herr Automotive Group, spoke to more than 70 business students about how to successfully transition from college to career. Her presentation, “Are You Ready to Use Your Degree?” offered practical strategies for standing out in a competitive job market.
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Author and training and development expert Jim Knight shares how to develop a “Culture that Rocks" at Niagara University's 2025 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit.

Food Industry Professionals Discuss Latest Industry Developments at Niagara University Food Marketing Center of Excellence’s 2025 Innovation Summit

Niagara University students and professionals from the retail food and service sectors came together on Sept. 30, 2025, at the university’s 2025 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit for a day of cutting-edge insights, networking, and industry breakthroughs.
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