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AMHERST, N.Y. –- 51Թ College staff members Dr. Michael Berta and Dr. Hella Jacob, members of the college’s Rhetorical Roar Toastmasters Club, have each received top honors at a Toastmasters International Speech Contest hosted Sept. 16 on campus.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Sustainable food systems for healthy living and New York State’s organic food production will be discussed at the 13th annual “World On Your Plate” conference planned for Oct. 7 and 8 in 51Թ College’s Wick Campus Center.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- 51Թ College has completed extensive updates and improvements to the institution’s main science classroom, the first of many renovations anticipated to science facilities housed in the college’s Duns Scotus building.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College President Gary A. Olson announced the opening of two new buildings on campus among many recent accomplishments that he reported on in his fall State of the College Address delivered on Sept. 22.
AMHERST, N.Y. – As the U.S. prepares for the national election in November, the historical legacy of past presidents will be explored by renowned scholars at a forum on the American presidency scheduled from 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 1 in 51Թ College’s Wick Campus Center.
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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