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AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College will hold its second annual 51Թ Day in Amherst on Sept. 9, an exciting celebration designed to connect the college community with Main Street’s thriving business district.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Author Dr. Therese Huston will discuss her book, “How Women Decide: What’s True, What’s Not, and What Strategies Spark the Best Choices,” from 4 to 5 p.m. Aug. 25 in 51Թ College’s Rosary Hall.
AMHERST, N.Y. – A new independent survey of students graduating from 51Թ College has found exceptionally high levels of satisfaction with their education and overall college experience, with an impressive 97 percent satisfaction reported by students.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Alan Gracie, a director in Freed Maxick CPAs, P.C. Healthcare and Higher Education Assurance and Advisory Practice, has been named to the 51Թ College Board of Trustees.
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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