Health Promotion: Expanding Health Care Beyond Clinical Applications

By Stephanie Thornton, Contributing Writer Ever wondered how society is living longer but not healthier? If you’re someone who enjoys health carewithout the clinical aspect, health promotion could be the perfect fit for you. “Health promotion is focused on capitalizing health and wellness from a holistic approach to preventdiseases and illnesses,” said Stephanie Malinenko, associate professor and chair of health promotion. This major also can … Continue reading Health Promotion: Expanding Health Care Beyond Clinical Applications

First-Generation Honors Society Established at Daemen

By Cadence Russell, Editor-in-Chief As of October 23, 2024, the Lambda Pi chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha Honors Society was established at Daemen University, an honors society recognizing first-generation college students. “I consider it a privilege to be part of the first class of Tri-Alpha,” Kiana Webber, senior animation major and inductee said. “It is amazing to be recognized for doing something that not many … Continue reading First-Generation Honors Society Established at Daemen

Fall Fest Celebrated at Daemen

By Zorian Edwards, Staff Writer An estimated 80 people in total attended the first-ever Fall Fest hosted by the Honors Program here at Daemen University on Oct. 25. The event included a costume contest, food, a pumpkin painting station, and more. “It was such a fun way to celebrate autumn and the fun leaves,” Abigail Christopher, a second-year PA graduate student said. “Lots of friends, … Continue reading Fall Fest Celebrated at Daemen

Creative Minds: The Revival of Student Theater at Daemen

By Cameron Enders, Out and About Editor With the departure of MusicalFare looming over the university, a revival of Creative Minds is being set in motion to keep theater alive on campus. Creative Minds is a student-run theater organization that is seeing new life thanks to a passionate group of four students. According to Dominic Hannon, the assistance director for student center operations, the earliest … Continue reading Creative Minds: The Revival of Student Theater at Daemen

Cytology: Daemen’s Lesser Known Program

By Grace Kwiatkowski, Contributing Writer Daemen University offers a combined master’s program in cytology that is not well known but has many benefits to offer students.  The study of cytology is looking at cells to identify cancerous changes, according to Diane Ramos, the natural sciences chairperson and associate professor of biology at Daemen. The program includes four years of undergraduate and one year of graduate … Continue reading Cytology: Daemen’s Lesser Known Program

Working at Daemen: What do Students Need to Know?

By Bethani Bird, Contributing Writer Daemen students looking for a job can apply for on-campus employment as a way to make some extra money and be a part of the Daemen community.  There are work-study jobs and non-work-study jobs available. Work-study jobs at Daemen are Federal Work Study (FWS) and Daemen Work Program (DWP).  FWS is a federally funded work program based on financial needs. … Continue reading Working at Daemen: What do Students Need to Know?

Get Fit, Go Vote: Daemen’s Drive to Get Voter Participation for the General Election

By Cadence Russell, Editor-in-Chief There are 29 days until Election Day, November 5, 2024. Get Civically Fit, a partnership between the History and Political Science Department, Athletics, and Student Affairs, has been hosting events to get the Daemen campus community involved in the election process, from voter registration drives to debate watch parties.  “We want our students to be physically fit, spiritually fit. We also … Continue reading Get Fit, Go Vote: Daemen’s Drive to Get Voter Participation for the General Election

Founders Week Delivers Another Year of Campus Wide Celebration

By Kaity Hersee, Staff Writer Many know of homecoming season, from high schools or from the media individuals consume daily. Here at Daemen, there is another tradition, one that honors the founders and the very basis of the Daemen University we know today: Founders Week. It’s a week full of fun events that connect students and faculty to the origins of the university while providing … Continue reading Founders Week Delivers Another Year of Campus Wide Celebration