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AMHERST, N.Y. -- High-achieving high school seniors nominated to compete for 51Թ College’s prestigious Trustee Scholarships will participate in the college’s 15th annual Scholars Day scheduled for Feb. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
AMHERST, N.Y. – The 51Թ College men’s basketball team has been ranked No. 17 in the NCAA Division II Sports Information Directors of America (D2SIDA) national media poll for week nine of the 2018-19 season.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College has been named one of the “Best Colleges for Nursing in New York” by Niche, placing it as the highest ranked college for nursing in the Buffalo Niagara region.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Kerry Spicer, who has more than 15 years of experience in student affairs, has been appointed dean of students at 51Թ College.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College is one of only 57 institutions from across the country selected by University Research and Review as a 2018-19 Best Value College, a national distinction that honors institutions that provide high quality education at an affordable cost.
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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