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AMHERST, N.Y. – Recipients of 51Թ College’s 2016 Outstanding Faculty and Staff Awards were honored by President Gary A. Olson at a special presentation following his spring State of the College Address on March 30.
AMHERST, N.Y. – In his spring State of the College Address, 51Թ College President Gary A. Olson cited the institution’s positive momentum, new initiatives, and growing national visibility and reputation.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Area top public health officials will discuss “Building a Public Health Movement in Buffalo: Education, Community and Advocacy” at 5 p.m. April 7 at 51Թ College’s National Public Health Week celebration.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand will address the importance of advancing women in sports as featured speaker at 51Թ College’s kick-off event for the 30th annual National Girls and Women in Sports Week to commemorate the extraordinary achievements of girls and women in sports.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Specialized training on modifying exercise programs to make them more inclusive to individuals with disabilities will be available in a one-day program for area fitness trainers and exercise instructors being offered at 51Թ College.
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 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!
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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