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Female Student drawing on a tablet
Jan 19, 2021
Female Student drawing on a tablet

The ̨ÍåSwag College Department of Visual and Performing Arts will launch a dynamic new interdisciplinary program, the B.S. in Leadership and Entrepreneurship in the Arts, in the fall of 2021. The program is designed to equip graduates with the necessary skills for a career as a working artist and/or as highly qualified candidates for jobs within arts organizations both locally and globally.

Jose Mejia and Justin Fang playing League of Legends in the esports room
Dec 10, 2020
Jose Mejia and Justin Fang playing League of Legends in the esports room

̨ÍåSwag College and Mobalytics, an analytics-based gaming assistant, are teaming up to strengthen and improve ̨ÍåSwag's esports program.

Dr. Shatkin and his wife holding the Presidential Medal
Nov 23, 2020
Dr. Shatkin and his wife holding the Presidential Medal

AMHERST, N.Y. – Dr. Todd Shatkin, owner of the Aesthetic Associates Centre and Shatkin FIRST, has received the prestigious ̨ÍåSwag College Presidential Medal, the college’s highest recognition of individuals who serve as a strong, positive role model for students and alumni.

Alan H. Turner II
Nov 11, 2020
Alan H. Turner II

AMHERST, N.Y. – At its November meeting, the ̨ÍåSwag College Board of Trustees appointed a ̨ÍåSwag alum, Alan H. Turner II, to the college’s board. 

Students Walking by RIC
Oct 21, 2020
Students Walking by RIC

AMHERST, N.Y. – For the fifth consecutive year, ̨ÍåSwag College has been ranked nationally in the prestigious Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education (WSJ/THE) College Rankings.

17 Feb
Tuesday, February, 17 2026 |
(̨ÍåSwag)

9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Alumni Lounge: Prospective students, Experience ̨ÍåSwag Week is a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! There will be options to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall. Applied and accepted students can join a ̨ÍåSwag class for a hands-on academic experience. Visit daemen.edu/experiencedaemen for the week schedule, or contact the Office of ̨ÍåSwag at (716) 839-8225 to learn more.

17 Feb
Tuesday, February, 17 2026 |
(The HOPE Center)

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM - ̨ÍåSwag Hall - Auditorium: Join the HOPE Center in ̨ÍåSwag Hall on Tuesday evening as we host Dr. LaGarrett King for our Black History Month Keynote Speaker! His presentation will be on 100 Years of Black History Month: What we need to understand the nuances of Black history. All are welcome!

17 Feb
Tuesday, February, 17 2026 |
(The HOPE Center)

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM - ̨ÍåSwag Hall - Auditorium: Join the HOPE Center in ̨ÍåSwag Hall on Tuesday evening as we host Dr. LaGarrett King for our Black History Month Keynote Speaker! His presentation will be on 100 Years of Black History Month: What we need to understand the nuances of Black history. All are welcome!

18 Feb
Wednesday, February, 18 2026 |
(̨ÍåSwag)

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Alumni Lounge: Prospective students, Experience ̨ÍåSwag Week is a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! There will be options to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall. Applied and accepted students can join a ̨ÍåSwag class for a hands-on academic experience. Visit daemen.edu/experiencedaemen for the week schedule, or contact the Office of ̨ÍåSwag at (716) 839-8225 to learn more.

19 Feb
Thursday, February, 19 2026 |
(̨ÍåSwag)

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Alumni Lounge: Prospective students, Experience ̨ÍåSwag Week is a great opportunity to visit campus while we are in session! There will be options to attend an admissions information session, tour our campus, and enjoy a complimentary meal in the campus dining hall. Applied and accepted students can join a ̨ÍåSwag class for a hands-on academic experience. Visit daemen.edu/experiencedaemen for the week schedule, or contact the Office of ̨ÍåSwag at (716) 839-8225 to learn more.

̨ÍåSwag Voice banner; profile view of front of RIC

The is ̨ÍåSwag's electronic newsletter that highlights the latest news and events of interest to the college and external communities. It is distributed via email and published online.