by Lauren Orlowski | Jan 9, 2025 | Staff
Our colleague, Sarah Sterzinger, will be leaving Canisius as she has accepted a new job at the University at Buffalo. Her last day will be Tuesday, Jan. 21.
Sarah has been an integral part of the Advancement team for over six years, and her contributions have been invaluable. She has worn all the hats during her time on the Alumni & Constituent Engagement team while supporting many functions including regional chapter recruitment, event management, social media strategy and so much more. We will certainly miss her positive attitude and blue-and-gold spirit at George Martin Hall, but we know she will continue to do great things in her new position and join us for future alumni events.
Please join me in congratulating Sarah for her years of dedication and service at a farewell happy hour on Thursday, Jan. 16, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. in the George Martin Hall lobby area.
Thank you, Sarah, for all your support at Canisius University over the past 6 years. We will miss you!
Submitted by: Lauren Orlowski, Director of Alumni & Constituent Engagement, Advancement Division
by Lauren Orlowski | Oct 24, 2024 | Staff
We’re thrilled to highlight the remarkable success of our incredible alumnus, Adam Zyglis ’04. On October 18, Adam opened his new exhibit, “Ink & Insight: 20 Years of Adam Zyglis Cartoons”, at the Buffalo History Museum.
As a Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist, Adam has created more than 4,000 pieces of visual commentary for The Buffalo News over the past two decades.
Come enjoy this 20-year retrospective collection of dozens of his cartoons, spanning four presidents and five governors. The exhibit will be opened through May 2025. Don’t miss this chance to support and celebrate the success of a fellow Griff! Click the link below for more information: https://buffalohistory.org/exhibit/ink-insight-20-years-of-adam-zyglis-cartoons/

Submitted by: Lauren Orlowski, Director of Alumni & Constituent Engagement, Advancement Division
by Lauren Orlowski | Oct 24, 2024 | Staff
The Office of Alumni & Constituent Engagement will be hosting an alumni gathering on Thursday, Nov. 14, in New York City with Dr. Shawn O’Rourke, Dean of the Wehle School of Business.
Guests will hear a special update from Dr. Shawn O’Rourke on the future plans of the Wehle School of Business and have an opportunity to connect with fellow Canisius alumni.
Thursday, Nov. 14 | 6:30 p.m. | The Smith NoMad
1150 Broadway, New York, NY 10010
$45 per person includes a 2-hour open bar with beer, wine, soft drinks, and passed hors d’oeuvres.
To register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/griffins-in-the-city-an-evening-with-canisius-university-alumni-friends-tickets-1015606816327. RSVP deadline is November 7.
If you know of alumni in the NYC area that may be interested in attending, feel free to pass along the event information or direct them to the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement at alumni@canisius.edu or by calling 716-888-2700.

Submitted by: Lauren Orlowski, Director of Alumni & Constituent Engagement, Advancement Division
by Lauren Orlowski | Sep 13, 2024 | Staff

Calling all faculty and staff: As we gear up for Griff Weekend, September 27-29, we invite you to join us in creating an unforgettable experience for our students, their families and the entire Canisius community. This year, we are combining two beloved traditions – Family Weekend and Alumni Weekend/Reunion – into one extraordinary experience that celebrates and unites our entire campus community.
To register for Griff Weekend and learn more about the wide range of activities planned, please click here. For faculty and staff, there is no admission fee, and the majority of the events are free. Additionally, as a token of our appreciation for your support, we are offering faculty and staff an exclusive 50% discount on any paid events like Blue & Gold Bash (formerly Tent Party). Simply enter the promo code “Griffin2024” at checkout, or use this link to access your special discount. The deadline to register is today, Friday, September 13. Please note: the promo code is exclusively for Canisius University faculty and staff.
Thank you for your commitment to Canisius University and its community. We can’t wait to share this unforgettable weekend with you!
Submitted by: Lauren Orlowski, Director of Alumni & Constituent Engagement, Advancement Division
by Lauren Orlowski | Aug 21, 2024 | Staff

Griff Weekend registration is live! This weekend will combine two favorite traditions – Family Weekend and Alumni Weekend/Reunion – into one memorable experience celebrating and uniting our campus community. To register and learn more about the weekend events, click here.
For faculty and staff, there is no admission fee, and the majority of the events are free. We also have a promo code to use at checkout that will give you 50% off your cart for any paid events you plan to attend. Enter code “Griffin2024” at checkout, or use this link. Please note that only Canisius University faculty and staff are eligible to use this promo code.
We hope to see you there!
Submitted by: Lauren Orlowski, director, Alumni & Constituent Engagement, Advancement Division