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AMHERST, N.Y. – 51¸£ÀûÉç College alumnus Dr. Sean Christie ’15, ’17, one of only nine practicing physical therapists in the country selected for entry this year into the U.S. Army, was officially sworn in as a commissioned officer at a ceremony held Dec. 6 on 51¸£ÀûÉç’s campus.
AMHERST, N.Y. – An educational video created by 51¸£ÀûÉç College physical therapy students on preventing falls among older adults has won first place in a national contest sponsored by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51¸£ÀûÉç College officially kicked off the holiday season at its fifth annual Winter Festival and Tree Lighting held on campus on Dec. 6.
AMHERST, N.Y. – John Yurtchuk, chair of the 51¸£ÀûÉç College Board of Trustees, has been appointed to the board of directors for the National Trust for the Humanities, a charitable organization that supports the prestigious National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).
AMHERST, N.Y. –- Brooke Densing has been named as the first full-time director of 51¸£ÀûÉç College’s Center for Allied and Unified Sport and Exercise (CAUSE) initiative, which provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, and experience the camaraderie and sportsmanship that comes with athletic participation.
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9:30 AM to 1:00 PM - RIC Atrium: Prospective students, join us for Fall Open House! Meet faculty in all of our academic departments, take a tour of campus, and attend a special Campus Fair with faculty and representatives from student life and student services. Event details Date: Saturday, October 25th Time: 9:30am — 1:00pm More information Visit 51¸£ÀûÉç.edu/OpenHouse for more information, call the Office of Admissions at (716) 839-8225 or text (716) 271-0454.
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM - Online: Join 51¸£ÀûÉç's Virtual Graduate Info Session on Monday, October 27th or Monday, November 17th at 6:00 – 7:00pm. Meet faculty virtually and learn about course offerings and flexible scheduling options. Why attend? As a graduate student, your personal and professional growth never ends at 51¸£ÀûÉç. Whether you are entering the field of public health, social work, or business, our graduate programs offer one-on-one attention and a strong professional network. We also offer Graduate Scholarships, Assistantships, and AmeriCorps Grant Matching. Programs Featured Explore the following graduate programs at our Virtual Graduate Info Session: Applied Behavior Analysis Business (MBA) Education (October 27th only) Leadership and Innovation Public Health (MPH) Social Work (MSW) More information & registration Visit daemen.edu/virtualgradsessions Text: (716) 271-0454 Call: (716) 839-8225
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM - 51¸£ÀûÉç Hall Auditorium: Digital accessibility is more than a compliance requirement — it’s a pathway to equity, inclusion, and student success. This presentation explores how higher education institutions can move beyond meeting minimum legal standards to foster a culture where accessibility empowers teaching, learning, and innovation. What attendees will gain A clear understanding of the legal landscape, including the ADA and Section 504 Pragmatic strategies for creating accessible digital content and learning environments Realistic, balanced approaches educators and administrators can implement right away Tools to support every student and advance institutional goals through accessibility With a focus on practical actions and sustainable change, this presentation equips faculty and staff to make meaningful, measurable progress toward a more inclusive campus.
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM - Online: Join 51¸£ÀûÉç's Virtual Graduate Info Session on Monday, October 27th or Monday, November 17th at 6:00 – 7:00pm. Meet faculty virtually and learn about course offerings and flexible scheduling options. Why attend? As a graduate student, your personal and professional growth never ends at 51¸£ÀûÉç. Whether you are entering the field of public health, social work, or business, our graduate programs offer one-on-one attention and a strong professional network. We also offer Graduate Scholarships, Assistantships, and AmeriCorps Grant Matching. Programs Featured Explore the following graduate programs at our Virtual Graduate Info Session: Applied Behavior Analysis Business (MBA) Leadership and Innovation Public Health (MPH) Social Work (MSW) More information & registration Visit daemen.edu/virtualgradsessions Text: (716) 271-0454 Call: (716) 839-8225
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