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Canisius in the News

Maura Tyrell, PhD, spoke with the online magazine Inverse for a story titled “Can You Train Your Cat to Sit.” Tyrell is an experiential learning coordinator in animal behavior, ecology, and conservation and teaches a course on animal learning that requires students to train foster kittens. Click here to read the story.

Submitted by: University Communications

5/14 Remembrance Events

Dear Campus Community,

On May 14, 2022, a tragic mass shooting occurred in Buffalo, NY, specifically targeting African Americans. This act of hate claimed the lives of 10 individuals and physically injured 3 others. This year, instead of organizing a prayer service of remembrance, we would like to share opportunities for students, staff, and faculty to participate in programs and services being offered in the community:

  • Memorial Tree Planting & Clean Up, Tuesday, May 14, 4:15 p.m., Agape AME Church, 224 Northland Avenue
  • A Time to Reflect and (w)Rite, Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 p.m., Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue
  • Mental Health Advocates of WNY, Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 p.m., Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue
  • BestSelf Recovery Community & Outreach Center, Tuesday, May 14, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue
  • Community Rock Garden Painting: Words of Hope, Healing, and Love, Tuesday, May 14, 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue
  • 5/14 In Our Own Words, Tuesday, May 14, 5:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue

Considering the numerous tragic events impacting communities both locally and nationally, we hope these experiences will offer hope and healing.

Submitted by: Fatima Rodriguez Johnson, Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs

Food Trucks are Back for the Summer

Canisius’ summer food truck season kicks off this month with some tasty options! All food trucks will be located in the Bagen Hall parking lot from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Plan ahead by checking out the May schedule along with links to their menus:

Tuesday, May 21 – Anderson’s Frozen Custard 

Thursday, May 23 – Buffalo Bros Burger

Wednesday, May 29- The Blend

Thursday, May 30th – The Great Aussie Bite

Additionally, as dates and times are subject to change and additional food trucks added, please keep an eye on The Dome for food truck updates throughout the summer.

We hope that you’ll enjoy the excellent food options heading your way this summer! If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Lapinski at Ext. 2132.

Submitted by: Rachel Lapinski, executive associate, Business and Finance/Student Affairs