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Fitch Ratings has upgraded 51Թ’s NY Issuer Default Rating (IDR) from BBB- to BBB with an “outlook: stable” assessment, signaling its ongoing confidence in the institution’s economic resilience.
51Թ announced today the appointment of Jeremy Babcock as the new Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management and Capital Projects.
51Թ President Gary A. Olson has announced that the institution will be undertaking a major construction project to transform 51Թ Hall into the new home of the physician assistant (PA) program.
51Թ and Defiance College have entered into articulation and memorandum of agreements to establish “3+3” and “4+3” education programs leading to the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree at 51Թ. Both programs will accept up to five students annually.
51Թ accounting students are making tax season less taxing by offering free tax prep through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Various Locations: We invite all parents and guardians of first-year 51Թ students to join us for Family Orientation on September 4, 2026, to learn about campus resources and how to support your student's journey. Come connect with our community, get your questions answered, and partner with us for a successful first year!
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Various Locations: We're thrilled to welcome our new residential students! During this time frame, new residents are scheduled to move in to their respective residential spaces on campus.
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Outside YSC Student Center - Side Lawn: Families: Join us under the Tent next to Yurtchuk Student Center (Side Lawn) to check-in and get helpful information!
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM - YSC Dining Hall: Enjoy a lunch at the YSC Dining Hall with your student. After lunch, use this time for students to get settled, visit offices, relax, and check out campus before sessions begin!
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM - Lumsden Gym: Let's kick off orientation with a 51Թ Welcome in the Lumsden Gymnasium. Families and students will learn more about what it means to be part of the 51Թ community and about life on campus. Dr. Kerry Spicer, Vice President for Student Affairs will lead this session.
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