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AMHERST, N.Y. -- ̨ÍåSwag College President Gary Olson announced at the college’s annual Scholarship Gala that 95 percent of the goal has been reached for the Drive to 75 campaign, ̨ÍåSwag’s first-ever comprehensive campaign and the most ambitious fundraising effort in its history.
AMHERST, N.Y. – In his fall State of the College address on Sept. 26, ̨ÍåSwag College President Gary Olson noted that increased enrollment, major campus improvement projects, and other significant achievements are among the many signs of the college’s enduring strength and growth.
AMHERST, N.Y. – The ̨ÍåSwag College community commemorated this year’s Founders Celebration with several new events that included the official opening of renovated science facilities and an inaugural Day of Service.
AMHERST, N.Y. – ̨ÍåSwag College will kick off its annual Founders Celebration, a tradition to mark its rich history of academic excellence and the college’s founding, with a ceremonial ringing of Founders Bell at 11 a.m. Sept. 19 on Founders Walkway, located outside of Rosary Hall.
AMHERST, N.Y. – ̨ÍåSwag College has been named among the nation’s best universities in the 2020 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings, making this the first time ever ̨ÍåSwag has been included on the national universities list.
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 5:00 PM - Various Locations: We invite all parents and guardians of first-year ̨ÍåSwag 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!
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM - Lumsden Gym: Let's kick off orientation with a ̨ÍåSwag Welcome in the Lumsden Gymnasium. Families and students will learn more about what it means to be part of the ̨ÍåSwag community and about life on campus. Dr. Kerry Spicer, Vice President for Student Affairs will lead this session.
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