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U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools
Apr 25, 2023
U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools

AMHERST, N.Y. – Daemen University’s Physician Assistant Studies and Nursing graduate programs placed among the best in the country, according to 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News & World Report rankings released Tuesday.  

Foundation 214
Mar 8, 2023
Foundation 214

AMHERST, N.Y. – At an MOU signing on March 8, Daemen University and Foundation 214- a charitable foundation that supports US military veterans- signed an MOU awarding the university with a $1.5M grant to offer comprehensive veterans services that meet the academic, financial, and social-emotional needs of military-aligned and veteran students.

Dr. Lisa Rafalson
Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Lisa Rafalson

AMHERST, N.Y. – After a national search, Daemen University has appointed Dr. Lisa Rafalson as founding dean of the new College of Health, Human Sciences, and Business.  

Greg Ford in a suit outside behind Rosary Hall
Jan 26, 2023
Greg Ford in a suit outside behind Rosary Hall

AMHERST, N.Y. – After a national search, Daemen University has appointed Dr. Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions.

Dr. Mario Hicks
Nov 15, 2022
Dr. Mario Hicks

AMHERST, N.Y. – Daemen University has announced the appointment of Dr. Mario Hicks, an accomplished fundraising professional with a decade of experience in fundraising, as vice president for institutional advancement. His appointment is effective December 14.

20 Feb
Friday, February, 20 2026 |
(Admissions)

9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Alumni Lounge: Prospective students, Experience Daemen Week is a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! There will be options to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall. Applied and accepted students can join a Daemen class for a hands-on academic experience. Visit daemen.edu/experiencedaemen for the week schedule, or contact the Office of Admissions at (716) 839-8225 to learn more.

24 Feb
Tuesday, February, 24 2026 |
(Rebecca Aupperle)

10:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

25 Mar
Wednesday, March, 25 2026 |
(Admissions)

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Social Room: Thinking About Graduate School? Come to our Graduate Open House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Meet faculty and current graduate students Learn about our generous tuition scholarships Explore career services for graduate students As a graduate student, your personal and professional growth never ends at Daemen College. Whether you are entering the field of education, healthcare, social work, or business, our graduate programs offer one-on-one attention, speed-to-degree, and a strong professional network. Our Graduate Programs Lead to Great Careers! Applied Behavior Analysis Education (virtual session only) Leadership and Innovation MBA MBA in Accounting Nursing (MS and DNP options) Paralegal Certificate Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Public Health (MPH) Social Work (MSW) Strategic & Analytical Management Certificate For more information or to register: Visit Daemen.edu/GradOH Text (716) 271-0454 Call (716) 839-8225

23 Apr
Thursday, April, 23 2026 |
(Joelle Carroll)

3:00 PM to 5:30 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

24 Apr
Friday, April, 24 2026 |
(Joelle Carroll)

3:00 PM to 5:30 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

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