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AMHERST, N.Y. – Alvin J. Roberts III has been named to the newly created position of director for diversity and multicultural affairs at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College, effective Feb. 1. His appointment is the culmination of a national search.
AMHERST, N.Y. – The U.S.-Iran nuclear deal aimed at limiting Iran’s nuclear production capability in exchange for the lifting of economic sanctions was assessed by David S.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- Residents in Buffalo’s Seneca Babcock neighborhood received free health screenings from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College physician assistant students at a community health fair held last month at the Seneca Street Church.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College students had the opportunity to develop a better understanding of the challenges people face when living in poverty in a series of simulation exercises recently held on campus.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College President Gary A. Olson has named Deborah J. Scott interim vice president for institutional advancement, effective Jan. 4.
She will succeed Dr. Richanne C. Mankey who is stepping down as vice president to serve as president of Defiance College in Ohio.
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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Welcome in the Lumsden Gymnasium. Families and students will learn more about what it means to be part of the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø community and about life on campus. Dr. Kerry Spicer, Vice President for Student Affairs will lead this session.
1:30 PM to 5:00 PM - Various Locations: We invite all parents and guardians of first-year 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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!

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