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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.  

Greg Ford in a suit outside behind Rosary Hall
Jan 26, 2023
Greg Ford in a suit outside behind Rosary Hall

AMHERST, N.Y. – After a national search, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has appointed Dr. Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions.

12 May
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6:00 PM to 8:00 PM - 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Hall: The Office of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø will host an Accepted Student Reception on Tuesday, May 12, 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 some of your incoming fall 2026 classmates, current students, and see what 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has to offer for your college experience. Visit 51³Ô¹ÏÍø.edu/ASD for more information.

16 May
Saturday, May, 16 2026 |
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12:00 PM to 2:30 PM - Kleinhans Music Hall: Celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026. Join us in honoring our graduates' dedication and success at the May 2026 Undergraduate Ceremony. Find ceremony schedules, venue directions, and livestream links at the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Commencement Page.

16 May
Saturday, May, 16 2026 |
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4:30 PM to 6:00 PM - Kleinhans Music Hall: Celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026. Join us in honoring our graduates' dedication and success at the May 2026 Graduate Ceremony. Find ceremony schedules, venue directions, and livestream links at the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Commencement Page.

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