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AMHERST, N.Y. – Samuel Roberts, commissioner of the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, gave an overview of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s 2016 State of the State Address at a special presentation held Feb.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- The Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant Program Board has awarded 51Թ College a $161,253 grant to allow for security enhancements and other improvements in the college’s Wick Campus Center.
AMHERST, N.Y. – “Get Movin’,” a free exercise program designed for individuals of all abilities, will be held in one-hour sessions starting Feb. 23 at 51Թ College.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College accounting students will provide free tax preparation services to eligible individuals and families starting on Feb. 17.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand announced today that 51Թ College has endorsed her bipartisan Campus Accountability & Safety Act, becoming the first private school to add their name in support of the bill.
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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