Canisius University

Without labor, nothing prospers and so today, Canisius University salutes its hard working and dedicated faculty and staff who make all we do for our students - possible. Thank you.

Wanna' party like it's 1999? Then plan to attend your 25th class reunion!

Canisius will celebrate you and all your classmates at the Blue and Gold Bash, being held during . To attend, simply follow the link to register. https://loom.ly/C6cpYec

🎸Get ready to amp up the volume at this year's Blue & Gold Bash!

DoubleShot is set to rock the stage Saturday, Sept. 28. And if the frontman looks familiar, he should. It's alumnus Chuck Fetterman '94!

So if you haven't already, go register for Griff Weekend and then get your song requests ready!

Griff Weekend | Canisius University - Buffalo, NY

From the looks of things, the first week of classes was a solid 10/10!

Congratulations to these exceptional leaders named to Buffalo Business First's 40 Under 40!

The annual ranking recognizes those who demonstrate success in their professions and the WNY community. We are proud to say they exemplify the values and excellence of a Canisius education. https://loom.ly/z9jTHds

Ice cream coupled with some friendly competition in Lawn Olympics make for the best kind of break from the classroom, wouldn't you say? 📸:

Not sure it gets much better than this! Drop a "💙" if you love seeing our back on campus as much as we do.

Canisius is welcoming two distinguished alumni back to campus to lead a new era of the Raichle Pre-Law Center.

The university appointed Lenora Foote-Beavers '92, JD and Scott Sroka '94, JD, as co-directors of the region's most comprehensive pre-law program.

Both bring extensive experience and an unwavering dedication to alma mater, and are poised to elevate Canisius' tradition of excellence in this area of study.

Distinguished Alumni to Lead New Era at Raichle Pre-Law Center | Canisius University - Buffalo, NY Hon. Lenora Foote-Beavers '92 and Scott Sroka '94 to serve as co-directors

CLASS OF 2014: Can you believe your 10-year reunion is right around the corner?

Canisius is planning to celebrate you and all your classmates during . Catch up with them on Friday, September 27 at Fattey Beer Co. on Genesee St. Then, join Canisius alumni from all class years at the Blue and Gold Bash (formerly Tent Party), on Saturday, September 28. To register ➡️ https://loom.ly/5Qpck7E

For some, family traditions revolve around holidays, weddings or births. For others, Canisius University is the thread that ties generations together.

This academic year, we welcomed 33 legacy students to the Golden Griffin family. Pictured here with President Steve Stoute is a smaller group we were able to gather, with their parents and grandparents. Welcome to the family!

Our Griffs gathered at Christ the King Chapel for the first Mass of the academic year. The liturgy unites students in fellowship, faith and formation, and is a cherished Canisius tradition.

💙💛 Whoa! The first day of classes looks GOOD on you ! 💙💛
(You don't look so bad either, Petey!)

There's no better way to ignite our Canisius spirit than with one of our favorite campus traditions! It's safe to say C-Block's annual Welcome Back Bonfire was 'lit' last night. 🔥

📸: Tom Wolf Imaging

Gotta' love seeing so many smiles on the faces of our newest !

These pics capture the excitement from New Student Convocation, held for first-year and transfer students. The ceremony celebrates the start of their college careers - and all they'll accomplish as Canisius students.

Get ready to cheer on the 59th class of Canisius University's Sports Hall of Fame at Griff Weekend! These all-stars have scored big - on and off the field - and their achievements exemplify leadership and excellence.

This year's inductees are:

🏆Amanda (Cavo) Bevilacqua '09 – Women's Basketball
🏆Caren Jachimiak '80 – Women's Basketball and Volleyball
🏆Sean Jamieson '11 – Baseball
🏆Samantha Good '13, MS '16 – Volleyball
🏆Josh Heidinger '10 – Hockey
🏆Megan Oosting '12, MS '14 – Women's Lacrosse
🏆Kelly Reinwald '12 – Women's Soccer
🏆1993-96 Men's Basketball Teams
🏆John A. Christiano '57 - Rev. Paul J. Dugan '45, SJ, Award

Read more ➡️ https://loom.ly/FHu-CO0

INTRODUCING: The Canisius University Class of 2028! 🎓

As a , you will learn to think more deeply, dare more courageously and live more compassionately to become a leader in your chosen field, career and community. Your journey begins now!


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📦And just like that ... our newest have arrived!

Huge shout out to all the student-athletes who helped make move-in day so seamless for our students and their families.

☀️RISE and SHINE: It's move-in day for our newest !

Here's to new beginnings, new friendships and a year full of golden moments. WELCOME TO CANISIUS!

More than 200 of Canisius' most generous supporters came together for the university's annual Leadership Society reception. President Stoute used the opportunity to update attendees on recent progress at the institution and outline his vision for the future.

THANK YOU to all who attended for your steadfast support of Canisius University and our students! 📸: Kyra Laurie '24.

We're kickstarting the new school year with some powerful lessons in leadership from Jènel Stevens-Thompson.

The Canisius alumna headlined this year's Student Leadership Conference for club leaders, RAs and peer mentors. Jènel shared with students her remarkable journey of resilience, dedication and teamwork, which established her as Hollywood's go-to stuntwoman with notable movie credits that include and .

DYK: America will celebrate 250 years of independence in 2026 - and Andrei Jacobs '99 is helping to plan the ultimate birthday party!

As senior manager of Tribal Partnerships for America250, his role is key in crafting an inclusive semi-quincentennial event by ensuring Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian perspectives are represented.

American Spirit | Canisius University - Buffalo, NY Andrei Jacobs '99 engages the nation's Native communities to help plan America's 250th birthday celebration

ICYMI: President Steve Stoute sat down with The Buffalo News recently to discuss what's ahead for the future of .

Canisius future includes new Student Success Center, business school building As he enters that third yea as president, Canisius is on track to go from the $20 million deficit it faced in 2021 to a $7 million to $5 million deficit for the coming year, with an anticipated surplus within reach, Steve Stoute said.

Canisius University is well represented at the Women's World Lacrosse Championship:

Rising junior Briaunna D'Andrade is competing for , which is being coached by Canisius Sports Hall of Famer Allison Daley '11, MS '13. Current Canisius Head Coach Russell Allen is an assistant coach for .

Women’s Lacrosse Well Represented at 2024 World Lacrosse Women’s U20 Championship - Canisius University Athletics Three current and former members of the Canisius women's lacrosse program will take part in the 2024 World Lacrosse Women's U20 Championship, scheduled for Aug. 15-24 in Hong Kong, China.

Canisius softball is hitting it out of the park academically! 🥎

With a 3.66 team GPA for the 2023-24 year, the women sit at No. 22 on the Easton/NFCA NCAA Division I Team Grade Point chart and are the highest-ranking Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) school.

Softball Ranks No. 22 on Easton/NFCA Division I Team Grade Point List - Canisius University Athletics The Canisius softball team and its collective 3.66 team grade point average for the 2023-24 academic year ranks No. 22 on the Easton/National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) NCAA Division I Team Grade Point list, the NFCA announced today.

The new school year brings a new season of basketball!

🏀 The action tips off Nov. 4 when the men's team opens its 31-game schedule at Arizona.
🏀 They return to home court Nov. 9 to battle St. Bonaventure.

Head to gogriffs.com for the full schedule.