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Frequently Asked Questions What is a typical day in Science Camp like? At 9 AM, campers gather into teams of about 30. Each camper is welcomed into the group for a fun (often outdoor) icebreaker exercise. The group then moves into a room equipped with tables to begin some hands-on activities related to the day’s theme. These creative exploratory activities continue with a limited amount of guided…
Dylan Conroy "Rather than something our group did for others, we also served with others. The Jesuit ideal of ‘men and women for and with others’ came to life for me." Dylan Conroy made the decision to become a doctor at a young age. “My brother was born with a rare heart defect, so many of my earliest memories were those spent in the hospital with him. The surgeon who saved my brother’s life…
Ryan Zimmer “The Golden Griffin Fund operates similar to a mutual fund…Students buy a portfolio of stocks and manage them for a total return to their clients.” If you ask Ryan Zimmer ’15, becoming a member of the Golden Griffin Fund (GGF) at Canisius “was the best decision of his college career.” The student-run investment management program gave this finance major the opportunity to make real…
Canisius University realizes that the workplace can be challenging. Through the Canisius University Center for Professional Development and the Canisius University Women's Business Center, we strive to be a top resource for businesses and professionals in Western New York.
Ryan Najmulski '09 "Access to my professors outside of the classroom was very valuable to me, from questions I had about concepts we cover in class to career advice. I've heard horror stories from friends who went to larger universities and felt like they were just a "number" at their school, but I always felt that each member of the faculty and administration at Canisius were available for…
1st Annual Canisius University Writers Series On Monday, November 7, 2005, members of the Canisius University English Department, including Mick Cochrane, PhD, Sandra P. Cookson, PhD, and Amy Wolf, PhD, read both favorite and original selections of fiction and poetry. The Canisius University Writers Series is supported by the College of Arts & Sciences and the Lowery Fund, in cooperation with the…
Helping Those In Our Own Backyard Rooted in the mission of social justice, the Canisius University Video Institute aims to help the greater community while offering students a hands-on approach to filmmaking and doing social justice. Western New York is home to a rich, vibrant community of nonprofit organizations each with a mission to better the community while promoting social, cultural and…
What do a producer for CNN, an editor for the latest Ken Burns documentary, and a producer for the BBC all have in common? They are alumni of the Canisius University Video Institute! Since its inception in 2005, hundreds of students have worked independently or as part of student teams to create award-winning service-oriented videos and social documentaries, all tied together by the theme of…
Canisius University is one of 28 Jesuit, Catholic universities in the U.S. and the premier private university in Western New York. 4,000+ Students 40,000+ Alumni 149 Undergraduate Majors 35 Graduate Programs 100 Clubs & Organizations 18 NCAA Division I Athletic Teams 3 Schools: School of Education & Human Services; College of Arts & Sciences; Richard J. Wehle School of Business Ready to engage…
Alex Ferrente Research Experience Gives Alumna Unique Opportunities “I conducted research with beluga whales at Marineland Canada every morning throughout my undergraduate years. It was amazing!” Alex Ferrente ’15 has been interested in marine mammals for as long as she can remember. As a child, she went to marine biology camp. She celebrated every birthday at the local aquarium. So, it was no…
Management students may choose a minor in the junior year and notify their department advisor of this decision. Alternatively, they can consult with an advisor in the department to select management electives that meet their individual interests or needs. Students who are not business majors may pursue one of the minors in business management to complement their major in another field. Note…
Travel All Canisius students can take part in the Study Abroad Program offered by the college. The Travel Photography course offered by the Studio Art Program gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in another culture and express that experience artistically. Travel takes place during spring break and summer; past destinations have included areas in Italy such as Venice and Naples…
Commencement is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of your student as they walk across the stage and receive their diplomas. Throughout the day, there will be many ways to celebrate on campus other than the ceremonies. Hungry? Brunch in the Student Center Dining Hall - 11:00am-4:00pm* *Times are subject to change. We will be serving all of our students favorite brunch menu items from French…