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Board of Trustee Chair John R. Yurtchuk
Jul 19, 2023
Board of Trustee Chair John R. Yurtchuk

Board of Trustee Chair John R. Yurtchuk has committed $2 million to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, the largest single gift in the institution’s history. The donation will support the President’s Excellence Fund, which ensures the university’s continued vibrancy and long-term stability.

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.

4 Sep
Friday, September, 4 2026 |
(Orientation)

9:00 AM 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!

4 Sep
Friday, September, 4 2026 |
(Orientation)

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.

4 Sep
Friday, September, 4 2026 |
(Orientation)

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!

4 Sep
Friday, September, 4 2026 |
(Orientation)

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!

4 Sep
Friday, September, 4 2026 |
(Orientation)

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.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø Voice banner; profile view of front of RIC

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