Niagara University

A group of people gathering at the Hyatt Regency for the Food Summit.

Niagara University to Host 2026 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit

September 9, 2026

Niagara University will bring together food industry leaders, innovators and experts from across the country for the 2026 Food Industry Center of Excellence Summit on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Hyatt Regency Buffalo. This year’s summit, “Built to Thrive: Next is Now,” will explore how artificial intelligence, technology, changing consumer preferences and innovation are shaping...

image of Father James J. Maher with four other people. Including Elher Tha, Petter Lovaas, Mark Frascatore standing in front of a digital screen.

Niagara University Launches School of Cybersecurity

August 26, 2026

As cybersecurity threats and artificial intelligence continue to reshape the way organizations operate, Niagara University is bringing business, technology, and ethics together through the launch of its new School of Cybersecurity within the Holzschuh College of Business Administration. The new school incorporates Niagara’s Department of Cybersecurity and Operations into the Holzschuh College, creating opportunities for...

Niagara University Named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2026 Transfer Honor Roll

July 21, 2026

For the sixth consecutive year, Niagara University has been named to Phi Theta Kappa’s 2026 Transfer Honor Roll, recognizing the university’s commitment to creating an outstanding transfer student experience. Only 275 colleges and universities nationwide received the distinction. Phi Theta Kappa is the premier international honor society for students attending associate degree-granting institutions. Membership is...

Niagara University Hosts Special Olympics Regional Basketball Tournament

April 27, 2024

More than 200 Special Olympians and their families came to Niagara University’s Kiernan Recreation Center on April 27 to participate in the Special Olympics New York’s Western Regional Basketball Tournament. The event began with an opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m. and concluded with team and skills awards.

Richard Gold, former M&T Bank president and chief operating officer; Ashley Decker ’19, MBA’20, associate digital marketing manager, integrated performance marketing at Rich Products; the Rev. James J. Maher, C.M., president of Niagara University, Patti and Thurman of the 34 Group; John Ruffolo, ’95, chief financial officer at Horizon Corporations; and Dr. Mark Frascatore, dean of the Holzschuh College of Business Administration.

Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration Honors Four at Annual Awards Dinner

April 26, 2024

Niagara University’s Holzschuh College of Business Administration honored four individuals for their extraordinary leadership and commitment to their communities at its annual Business Awards Dinner on April 25 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center.

NU News