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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.

20 Feb
Friday, February, 20 2026 |
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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.

24 Feb
Tuesday, February, 24 2026 |
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10:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

25 Mar
Wednesday, March, 25 2026 |
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6:00 PM to 7:30 PM - John R. Yurtchuk Student Center - Social Room: Thinking About Graduate School? Come to our Graduate Open House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. Meet faculty and current graduate students Learn about our generous tuition scholarships Explore career services for graduate students As a graduate student, your personal and professional growth never ends at ̨ÍåSwag College. Whether you are entering the field of education, healthcare, social work, or business, our graduate programs offer one-on-one attention, speed-to-degree, and a strong professional network. Our Graduate Programs Lead to Great Careers! Applied Behavior Analysis Education (virtual session only) Leadership and Innovation MBA MBA in Accounting Nursing (MS and DNP options) Paralegal Certificate Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Public Health (MPH) Social Work (MSW) Strategic & Analytical Management Certificate For more information or to register: Visit ̨ÍåSwag.edu/GradOH Text (716) 271-0454 Call (716) 839-8225

23 Apr
Thursday, April, 23 2026 |
(Joelle Carroll)

3:00 PM to 5:30 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

24 Apr
Friday, April, 24 2026 |
(Joelle Carroll)

3:00 PM to 5:30 PM - Yurtchuk Student Center YSC Social Room

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