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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.
AMHERST, N.Y. – After a national search, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has appointed Dr. Greg Ford as founding dean for the new College of Health Professions.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø has announced the appointment of Dr. Mario Hicks, an accomplished fundraising professional with a decade of experience in fundraising, as vice president for institutional advancement. His appointment is effective December 14.
AMHERST, N.Y. – The Leadership and Entrepreneurship in the Arts program at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, in collaboration with Arts Services Inc. and Buffalo Center for Arts and Technology, has issued a call for work to artists under the age of 30 for EMERGENCE ‘23.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51³Ô¹ÏÍø will be expanding its participation in the government-funded Affordable Connectivity Program on Saturday, November 5th, from 11 am – 5 pm.
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.
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!
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.
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