Month: November 2025

News, Out & About

Making History: Insight at the No Kings Rally, one of America’s largest peaceful ‘protests’ in history right in our Nation’s Capital. 

By Peyton Johns, Sports Editor From October 15th to October 18th, a majority of our Insight staff and fearless advisor, Dr. Artman flew to Washington, D.C. for MediaFest; a student journalism conference. On our final day though, we were lucky enough to attend the No Kings Rally marching on the National Mall.  Continue reading Making History: Insight at the No Kings Rally, one of America’s largest peaceful ‘protests’ in history right in our Nation’s Capital. 

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News, Out & About, Sports

Daemen University Athletics new turf field

By Maria Salvo, contributing writer Daemen unveiled a new synthetic turf field at Royal Park, nearly two miles from campus, now serving as home to the soccer and lacrosse teams on campus. After a few years of development, it is now open to both the town of Amherst and Daemen University for use. The nearly $10 million project features synthetic turf, locker rooms, athletic training … Continue reading Daemen University Athletics new turf field

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News, On Campus

Daemen’s CDI Becomes the Home of Opportunity, Purpose, and Engagement

By Anna Mangialomini, Contributing Writer The Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) has been rebranded as the HOPE Center which stands for Home of Opportunity, Purpose and Engagement.  Located on the first floor of the Duns Scotus building (DS118), The Hope Center manages the Care Cupboard, hosts many campus events and strives to create an inclusive environment at Daemen. Daemen’s Vice President of Institutional Equity … Continue reading Daemen’s CDI Becomes the Home of Opportunity, Purpose, and Engagement

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News, On Campus

Traffic Challenges Near Campus

By Mackenzie Hutchins, contributing writer Traffic congestion near Daemen University, in the town of Amherst, continues to challenge students and staff alike.  New technology and resources from the Niagara International Transportation Technology Coalition (NITTEC) aim to make trips safer and more efficient, according to Operations Manager Bill Lobuzzetta. Daemen students, faculty and staff often encounter backups on Main Street, Sheridan Drive and I-290. Daemen University … Continue reading Traffic Challenges Near Campus

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How Daemen chooses a SpringFest Artist

By Zorian Edwards, Editor-In-Chief  Two polls to determine the headliner for Springfest 2026 were released to the student body on Oct. 22 and Nov. 5, both providing critical feedback as Daemen moves forward with making financial offers to music artists and planning the event. According to Nathan Flintjer, director of Student Activities, the event is still in the planning stage. Polls to gauge student opinion … Continue reading How Daemen chooses a SpringFest Artist

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News, On Campus

Daemen Holds Annual Walk for Jenny

By Anna Mangialomini, contributing writer Daemen University held its fourth annual Walk for Jenny event on Oct. 16, in remembrance of Jennifer “Jenny” McAlmont, a Daemen student who took her own life in 2014.  Students and faculty members gathered in the Social Room of the Yurtchuk Student Center, where several clubs and organizations had tables offering information and resources about mental health and suicide prevention. … Continue reading Daemen Holds Annual Walk for Jenny

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Food Resources

By Laura Klotzkin, Managing Editor  Disclaimer: Most of the information contained in this article has been brought to you by The HOPE Center and Daemen University staff. Due to recent political complications, as well as the general needs of students, everybody should be aware of the resources at their disposal to help fight food insecurity.  An easily accessible resource is the Care Cupboard run by … Continue reading Food Resources

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Out & About

Daemen University travels to Frightworld Screampark

By Laura Klotzkin, Managing Editor and Brooke Trower, Staff Writer This past October, Daemen University Students had the opportunity to attend a trip to an award-winning screampark in Buffalo called Frightworld.  “Frightworld features five award winning haunted houses under one roof,” the Frightworld website states. “Recognized by Buzzfeed, Travel Channel and The Scare Factor as one of the top haunts in the country, this is … Continue reading Daemen University travels to Frightworld Screampark

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Autumn at the Orchard: Daemen Students Embrace Fall with Apple-Picking Trip

By Merin Curatolo, Contributing writer Daemen students adventured off campus Sunday, Oct. 19, to celebrate the autumn season at Smith’s Apple Orchard. Hosted by the Campus Activities Team (CAT), 42 students traveled to the orchard located in Pendleton, New York, and were treated to free doughnuts, cider slushies and apple picking. Hayley Pizur is one of CAT’s Off Campus Events Programmers who facilitated the event, … Continue reading Autumn at the Orchard: Daemen Students Embrace Fall with Apple-Picking Trip

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