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51³Ô¹ÏÍø Colleges of Distinction
Jun 7, 2023
51³Ô¹ÏÍø Colleges of Distinction

For the sixteenth consecutive year, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has been named a College of Distinction for providing a high-quality undergraduate education that focuses on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, community involvement, and outcomes-based learning.

Sign at front of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
May 16, 2023
Sign at front of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø signed a teach-out agreement with Medaille University on Monday afternoon, May 15, following an announcement that Medaille will cease operations effective August 31, 2023.

U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools
Apr 25, 2023
U.S. News & World Report Best Grad Schools

AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s Physician Assistant Studies and Nursing graduate programs placed among the best in the country, according to 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News & World Report rankings released Tuesday.  

Foundation 214
Mar 8, 2023
Foundation 214

AMHERST, N.Y. – At an MOU signing on March 8, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Foundation 214- a charitable foundation that supports US military veterans- signed an MOU awarding the university with a $1.5M grant to offer comprehensive veterans services that meet the academic, financial, and social-emotional needs of military-aligned and veteran students.

Dr. Lisa Rafalson
Feb 13, 2023
Dr. Lisa Rafalson

AMHERST, N.Y. – After a national search, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has appointed Dr. Lisa Rafalson as founding dean of the new College of Health, Human Sciences, and Business.  

21 Mar
Saturday, March, 21 2026 |
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9:00 AM to 1:30 PM - Research & Information Commons: The Office of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø will host Accepted Student Day on Saturday, March 21, 2026. This is an event exclusively for accepted students! Whether you're coming to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and looking to make new friends, or trying to decide if 51³Ô¹ÏÍø is the right fit for you, this event is about you! Meet the incoming fall 2026 class, current students, and see what 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has to offer for your college experience. Visit 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.edu/ASD for more information.

25 Mar
Wednesday, March, 25 2026 |
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10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center - Lobby: 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Day of Giving is a 24-hour giving campaign where the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø community fundraises for over 35 areas on campus. From Athletics to Academic Departments, student organizations, and scholarships, this is a day to make a 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Difference. Stop by the lobby of Yurtchuk to spin the wheel for prizes, grab a 51³Ô¹ÏÍø cookie, and meet the faces behind this campaign. Staff, faculty, and students are invited to get involved! No donation is too small — every contribution truly adds up. We also welcome you to become an ambassador and represent the area of campus you care most about. Donate Today | Become an Ambassador

25 Mar
Wednesday, March, 25 2026 |
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6:00 PM to 7:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Social Room: Thinking About Graduate School? Come to our Graduate Open House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Meet faculty and current graduate students Learn about our generous tuition scholarships Explore career services for graduate students As a graduate student, your personal and professional growth never ends at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø College. Whether you are entering the field of education, healthcare, social work, or business, our graduate programs offer one-on-one attention, speed-to-degree, and a strong professional network. Our Graduate Programs Lead to Great Careers! Applied Behavior Analysis Education (virtual session only) Leadership and Innovation MBA MBA in Accounting Nursing (MS and DNP options) Paralegal Certificate Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Public Health (MPH) Social Work (MSW) Strategic & Analytical Management Certificate For more information or to register: Visit 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.edu/GradOH Text (716) 271-0454 Call (716) 839-8225

7 Apr
Tuesday, April, 7 2026 |
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9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Rosary Hall: Prospective students, our Spring Visit Days are a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! Students will be able to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall.

8 Apr
Wednesday, April, 8 2026 |
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9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Rosary Hall: Prospective students, our Spring Visit Days are a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! Students will be able to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall.

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