Undergraduate Students
Artists as Entrepreneurs series: grant writing
Ever dream of owning your own creative business? Or pursuing a career in arts and culture? If so, check out āArtists as Entrepreneursāā the first virtual event of the Daemen University Speaker Series. The series, hosted by the Western New York Book Arts Center (WNYBAC), is led by faculty of Daemenās new Leadership and Entrepreneurship in the Arts (LEA) Program…
Alum rose above challenges to help her students
Amy (Stewart) Terpening graduated from Daemen in 2008, earning a degree inĀ childhood/special educationĀ with a focus onĀ social studies. Currently working her ādream job,ā Terpening teaches a self-contained classroom at Fairley Elementary School in the Hannibal Central School District near Syracuse, N.Y. But Terpeningās career journey was far from certain after facing an unexpected challenge. Shortly after graduating from Daemen, Terpening suffered…
Paralegal studies is a great option for those seeking a career in law
What is a paralegal? Because most of us really donāt know what the word āparalegalā means, there could be a tendency to gloss over this as a career choice. Donāt make this mistake! A paralegal is defined by the American Bar Association ā the leading national voice for the legal profession ā as follows: A paralegal is a person, qualified…
State and Local Government Importance Highlighted at League of Women Voters Event
By Dr. Lisa K. Parshall, professor of political science at Daemen University and public policy fellow at the Rockefeller Institute of Government.Ā Ā Ā Ā A recent panel sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Buffalo Niagara (LWVBN) highlighted the importance of state and local government and the fiscal challenges they face. As a member of the LWVBNās local government committee, I…
Autism in China subject of professor’s lecture
For 30 years, Dr. Helen McCabe has collaborated with professionals, families and organizations to develop and expand opportunities for children with autism in China. She has also provided training and support to thousands of families and teachers in China through a non-profit organization that she co-founded, The Five Project on International Autism and Disability Support. As an associate professor of…
Daemen is set up for your success
Soon enough, you are going to be walking the campus as a new Daemen University student with lots of excitement and opportunities.Ā As you eagerly prepare to begin your next phase in life and education, we want you to know that you are supported! As you are in the transitioning phases, Daemen has both academic and social resources to make…
Learn how nursingĀ certifications can benefit your careerĀ
Why should nurses become certified? Obtaining certification in the nursing field has many benefits. Whether you are looking to be more recognized in the workplace for job opportunities, open doors to promotions or clearly showĀ proven competence in your specialty area, becoming certified can help you secure and move up in your career. The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses states…
Student wins Prestigious Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad in Costa Rica
Education student Derrick Lemon has won a prestigious scholarship from the U.S. Department of Stateās Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, which will help him pursue his dream of studying abroad in Costa Rica. The scholarship was created to help students study or intern abroad and, in turn, provide them with skills critical to supporting U.S. national security and economic…
Find out whatās Trending in Human Resources Ā
Thinking about a career in human resources? As an HR professional, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on employees and the overall company or organization you support. Like with many professions, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a ripple effect within the way work in human resources is conducted. Trends have developed that are more focused on…
A Look at DPT Alum Steve Gonserās Growth Since Daemen
Steve Gonser graduated with both his degrees from Daemen, receiving his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 2007 and then his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2009 and has continued his growth within the field ever since!Ā Life at Daemen While pursuing both his degrees, it was not only just about being in the program, but taking advantage of…