WBEN-AM Radio 930 reported on two recent news stories at Canisius including the August 8 naming of the Golisano Center for Student Success, which recognizes Rochester philanthropist B. Thomas Golisano and his $5 million gift to Canisius. WBEN also reported on Canisius being named one of the best universities for transfer students by the Phi Kappa Honor Society, on August 12.
WGRZ-TV Channel 2 shared the August 13 news that the university is launching a new Sport Data Analytics program. The fully online, 12-credt advanced certificate launches this fall.
Rebecca Krawiec, PhD, chair of religious studies and theology, was interviewed on the August 14 podcast “Women Who Went Before.” Krawiec spoke about Christian women – from late antiquity who sought to transform their bodies inside and out: ascetics and monastics. Click here to listen to the episode, titled Wearing (Down) the Body: Asceticism in Late Antique Monasticism.
Please join us in welcoming our incoming class at our 3rd Annual New Student Convocation on Friday, August 22, at 3:00 p.m. in the Montantae Cultural Center! As a part of the event, new students will process in through two lines of faculty and staff.
All faculty and staff attending are encouraged to wear Canisius gear to show their Griff spirit!
New Student Convocation is a significant tradition marking the start of the fall semester for our incoming students. This special event commemorates the beginning of our students’ collegiate journey and celebrates their place within the Canisius community. It also symbolizes the University’s commitment to fostering meaningful connections among students, families, faculty, and staff.
Together, we will welcome our newest Golden Griffins and share in the pride of becoming part of this special community through this tradition that emphasizes academic excellence, service, and community.
Lightning Talks spotlighting the work of our vibrant faculty!
A Scholarship Showcase, an informal session for faculty across all disciplines to share their current projects, publications, creative works and scholarly endeavors
We encourage all faculty to take part—whether you’re conducting scientific research, writing a book, producing art, or leading a community-based project.
Beginning Monday, August 25, The Dome will return to its regular publication schedule of three times per week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays). Submissions must be received no later than 2:00 p.m. on the day prior to publication (by 2:00 p.m. on Fridays if submitting for a Monday publication).
Just a reminder that a single post cannot appear more than once per week and three times per month.
Did you know that Canisius is home to the Women’s Business Center (WBC), which supported over 330 entrepreneurs and small business owners in Erie County from 2024–2025?
If this is news to you, here’s your chance to learn more! The WBC is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, September 4th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Science Hall Commons to give the Canisius community, and anyone interested in small business, the opportunity to pop in and explore our programs and resources.
You’ll learn more about what the WBC offers from our Cohorts, to our resource partners, and future programs and events. You’ll be able to meet the WBC staff, Cohort Facilitators, connect with local entrepreneurs and small business owners, and enjoy light snacks while networking.
Whether you own a business, dream of starting one, or simply want to see what we’re all about, we welcome you to stop by. We also encourage spreading the word to anyone you know of who owns a small business or is thinking of starting one.
No registration is needed if you’re just visiting, but if you’re ready to take advantage of our services, we would appreciate if you sign up using the link below.
