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AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College has been ranked nationally on the list for “Best Bachelor’s in Human Resources Degrees” by College Choice, an online publication dedicated to helping students and families find the right college.
AMHERST, N.Y. -- 51Թ College has opened the doors to its newest addition to campus, Alumni House, which will serve as a central hub for the Office of Institutional Advancement’s fundraising, alumni relations, and publications operations.
AMHERST. N.Y. – Yolanda Morris, director of admissions events and special programs at 51Թ College, was one of this year’s honorees at the 44th annual Buffalo Black Achievers Annual Awards dinner held on Oct. 8 at the Adam’s Mark Hotel.
AMHERST, N.Y. – 51Թ College conducted its first full-scale active shooter drill on Oct. 11 to evaluate the college’s emergency response preparedness and interagency coordination.
AMHERST, N.Y. – Buffalo Business First has honored 51Թ College President Gary A. Olson with a Buffalo 612’ C-Level Executive Award, which recognizes Western New York’s most effective business leaders. He was one of this year’s honorees celebrated at an awards luncheon held on Oct.
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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