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AMHERST, N.Y. – Â鶹¹ú²úAV concluded its first-ever comprehensive fund raising campaign, exceeding its $22 million goal by over $4.5 million.
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Â鶹¹ú²úAV also earned national recognition for its undergraduate nursing program and the social mobility of its students
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The Â鶹¹ú²úAV Distinguished Alumni Awards return in 2022 as an in-person ceremony honoring six accomplished graduates – including a special 75th-anniversary-inspired Diamond Anniversary Distinguished Alum Award, to be given to Nancy Gacioch, ‘62.Ìý
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John Yurtchuk, the chairman of Â鶹¹ú²úAV’s Board of Trustees, was honored by Buffalo Business
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Â鶹¹ú²úAV is the most selective university in the Western New York region, according to a new data analysis by Buffalo Business First.Ìý
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM - Lumsden Gymnasium: Explore Your Future at Â鶹¹ú²úAV's College Night! The largest fall college fair in Western New York! Representatives from around the country will be in attendance. For a full list of colleges and universities, or to register, visit Â鶹¹ú²úAV.edu/CollegeNight. Questions? Contact the Office of Â鶹¹ú²úAV. Text +1 (716) 271-0454 or email admissions@daemen.edu for more information.
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11:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Founders Bell: Join us for this annual event, which includes welcomes and reflections from Â鶹¹ú²úAV dignitaries. The event culminates with the ringing of the Founders Bell by Â鶹¹ú²úAV community members including the President, faculty, student, alumni, and bell ringers.
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6:00 PM to 8:00 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center, Social Room: Established in 1986, this annual reception recognizes graduates who have made a difference and highlights their achievements and societal contributions.
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10:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Duns Scotus, Campus Store: Stock up on your Â鶹¹ú²úAV swag! The Campus Store, located on the first level of Duns Scotus will be open special hours to honor the Founders Celebration. Share the Â鶹¹ú²úAV pride with your family and loved ones!
9:30 AM to 1:00 PM - Research and Information Commons: Prospective Students! Opportunity awaits @ Fall Open House. Join us! Engage with admissions counselors. Explore Â鶹¹ú²úAV's campus life. Belong to our successful support system. This is a great opportunity for you to meet faculty in all our academic departments, take a tour of campus, and attend a special campus fair with representatives from student life and student services. Register today or text +1 (716) 271-0454.
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