Student Life & Student Services

Housing and Residence Life

Housing on campus is provided in a variety of living environments to meet varying needs of students.

Canavan Hall, housing approximately 260 students, is primarily used as first-year and new student housing.  Canavan is a five-story suite-style residence hall. Two bedrooms share a bathroom; lounges and laundry facilities are on each floor. Rooms are either doubled or tripled, and all floors are co-ed living by suite.

The Campus Apartments,  housing 384 students, is a complex of seven two-story apartment-style buildings, providing housing typically for upper-class students. Each apartment houses four students and consists of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, and a full kitchen. Laundry facilities are available within each building.

Daemen University collaborates with Collegiate Village, an independently operated housing complex, which typically houses upper-class students and transfer students. Housing is apartment-style and includes full-size beds, individual bathrooms, and laundry facilities within each apartment.  Transportation is provided between Collegiate Village and Daemen’s campus.

At times, housing demand exceeds the available beds on campus. When that happens, Daemen works with local hotel partners and students are housed there until a space on campus or in Collegiate Village is available.

A trained Residence Life staff member is available to assist residential students with their social, academic, and personal needs. Living on campus provides a student’s place of residence as an integral part of the total educational experience.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served on weekdays in the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center; brunch and dinner are served on Saturdays and Sundays. Adequate parking is available for non-Canavan resident students who need to park their cars on campus. Students residing in Canavan Hall are able to have cars but must park them at Collegiate Village. All vehicles (including those belonging to Canavan residents) must be registered with the University; parking permits are required.

Residence Halls are open only while classes are in session. If housing is needed during breaks and holidays, students must complete a break housing form in accordance with the timeline set forth by the Housing & Residence Life Office. Students requesting to stay must be granted approval and must have a Daemen-related reason to stay on campus (e.g., athletics, class). There may be a cost associated with staying over breaks.

Daemen University Housing Residency Requirement

All first-time, full-time students who reside outside of a 30-mile radius of campus are required to live in on-campus housing during their first two (2) years at Daemen University (four consecutive semesters total). If a student is commuting from home and residing with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) they are exempt from the on-campus residency requirement.

Incoming transfer students who have had prior on-campus housing at another institution will be able to count that time towards this requirement. Incoming transfer students who are over age 23 prior to the start of the semester for which they are enrolling will be able to request an exemption from this policy. 

In order for the Office of Housing and Residence Life to assist students as best possible, students need to follow strict timelines in order to be placed where they have requested. For dates and timelines, please refer to the Residence Life website.

Gender Inclusive Housing

The Office of Housing and Residence Life permits non-first-year students of any gender to room with one another in a campus apartment. Students who are interested in this living arrangement must request this option as a group during the housing selection process. Students living in the same gender-inclusive apartment must keep separate bedrooms.  The University does not assign students of different genders to the same apartment unless students agree to this arrangement.

Commuter Life

Over half of the student body commutes to campus for classes and activities. During the day and after classes, many commuters study in the Research & Information Commons (RIC) or socialize in the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center. Commuter students are encouraged to become involved in student organizations and to participate in student activities. Information about campus life and student events is provided through the Daemen website, Daemen Connect, @daemenlife and @daemenuniversity social media pages, and regular Daemen University email communications. Microwaves are available in various locations on campus for those who opt to bring their own lunch. A la carte meals are available for purchase at The Wildcat Den. More substantial, all-you-can-eat meals may be purchased in the John R. Yurtchuk Dining Hall for cash, credit, or “CAT Cash.” Private lockers for commuter students are available in several campus academic buildings. Parking permits are required of all persons (residents, commuters, faculty, staff, and visitors).  Apply for a parking permit via your MyDaemen page.

John R. Yurtchuk Student Center

The John R. Yurtchuk Student Center serves as the “living room” of our campus, where students, faculty, staff, and community members alike can meet. The John R. Yurtchuk Student Center houses a variety of multi-purpose rooms, community areas, the campus game-room, and is also home to our main dining options on campus. With doors open to students 24 hours a day, the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center offers something for everyone, whether they are looking for a place to sit and study or a place to socialize with friends outside of the classroom. Students are also encouraged to utilize the outdoor volleyball court, basketball court, lawn games, fire pit, and propane grill. In addition to the public student usage spaces, the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center is home to various administrative offices, including Student Affairs, Student Activities, Residence Life, the CHIP Center, Career Services, and Campus Safety. Dining options are also available in the Wildcat Den and the John R. Yurtchuk Dining Hall.

Student Activities

The Student Activities Office supports the coordination of student organization-sponsored programming and is the sole authorization for such programming.  This office also approves the student usage of the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center.  All students in good academic standing are encouraged to join in extracurricular activities including the Student Government Association (SGA), Greek organizations, honor societies, special interest groups, academic student organizations, student publications, and the Campus Activities Team (CAT). These extracurricular activities are important because they provide the development of leadership skills and social interaction outside of the classroom.

Student Government Association

The single most important element in the student self-governing process at Daemen University is the Student Government Association (SGA). All students are ipso facto members of the Student Government Association, and the Student Activities fee, collected by the University provides the budget with which the Student Government Association operates its comprehensive programs and cooperative efforts with administrators and faculty to enhance the social and academic life of the University.

Each spring Daemen University holds an election for the four Student Government Association Executive Board members and four of the five class representatives.  The first-year class representative is elected at the beginning of the fall semester. These five representatives together with the four-member Executive Board comprise the nine-member Student Government Association Senate.

The purpose of the Student Government Association Senate is to act as students’ official representative, to articulate students’ views, and to advocate for students’ best interests with the administration, faculty, other campus groups, and the community in general.  The Student Association Senate also votes on recognized student organization funding requests and works closely with the Student Activities Office on all aspects of campus programming.

Publications

Students interested in writing, photography, art, and graphic design produce Daemen’s online newspaper, The Insight, and the University’s literary magazine, Iconoclast.   These publications provide an opportunity for students in any major to develop additional marketable skills and contribute to collegial discourse and student life.

Intercollegiate Athletics, Intramurals, and Club Sports

Daemen Athletics is a NCAA Division II member of the East Coast Conference. Daemen Athletics sponsors 17 teams including: men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, tennis, cross country, track & field, volleyball, women’s bowling, women’s lacrosse, and cheerleading. As the Buffalo-Niagara Region’s premier NCAA Division II athletics program, the mission of Daemen Athletics is to create tomorrow’s leaders by developing championship-caliber student-athletes today.

Daemen Athletics is also committed to providing first-rate recreation and intramural programs for all Daemen students, faculty, and staff. The robust recreational programming includes special events and weekly group fitness classes available throughout the academic year. Daemen’s intramural program also provides students of all skill levels the opportunity to get active, meet friends, and have fun through participation in numerous sport leagues offered each semester, including volleyball, dodgeball, basketball, pickleball, soccer, and many more. In addition, students have the opportunity to join a club sport to represent Daemen in intercollegiate competitions against other clubs from nearby universities. Most recently, Daemen established a club archery team for students to enjoy recreationally or train to qualify for USA Archery sanctioned events, including local, state, and national competitions.

More information can be found on the Daemen Athletics website daemenwildcats.com.

Area Social Activities and Recreation

Social gatherings and events, plays, movies, concerts, lectures, recitals, and art exhibits are scheduled on campus throughout the year. Eleven colleges and universities in the area provide constant opportunities for social and cultural enrichment. The Buffalo area is well known for its architectural and historical heritage; its cultural vitality in the form of art galleries, history, and science museums, a zoo and a botanical garden, theaters, clubs, music groups, and a wonderful philharmonic orchestra; and its professional football, hockey, lacrosse, and baseball teams. Scores of good restaurants cater to almost every taste in dining, from gourmet to fast food, with a wide diversity of cuisines and cultures represented. There are theme parks at Darien Lake and Niagara Falls. Lake Erie and Lake Ontario beaches provide swimming and boating. Cross-country ski and hiking trails are everywhere in suburban Buffalo, with downhill ski slopes an hour’s drive away. The Genesee River Gorge, the Finger Lakes, and the Southern Tier woods and waterways offer nearby outdoor recreation all year. The Artpark, Chautauqua, and Niagara-on-the-Lake festivals and special events enrich Western New York’s cultural and intellectual life. The city’s metropolitan area bus system serves the campus and the subway runs from downtown Buffalo to a point on Main Street a mile away from Daemen.

Student Success Center

The Student Success Center (SSC) includes the Office of Academic Advisement, Academic Support and Engagement, Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Program, and Accessibility Services. The SSC is located on the first floor of the Research and Information Commons (RIC), (716) 839-8228.

Academic Advisement

All students are assigned advisors – full-time faculty in the department of each student’s declared major – who are available during registration periods and throughout the academic year to assist students. Students who have not yet declared a major are advised by professional staff advisors in the Office of Academic Advisement. Academic advisors and faculty advisors are available to help students make appropriate decisions related to scheduling, course sequencing, degree requirements, changing majors, and other university regulations.

The Academic Advisement office works closely with students and offers guidance on academic, personal, and social matters. Academic Advisement staff monitor students’ academic progress,  assist students with their adjustment to the University, maintain close contact with the faculty, and provide special counseling to students on academic probation.

Academic Support and Engagement

At Daemen University, we pride ourselves on offering an unparalleled support network designed to empower students throughout their academic journey. Our dynamic academic coaching program, led by outstanding peers handpicked by faculty and rigorously trained, spans a vast array of subjects. Professional coaches further enrich this network, specializing in writing, and study skills ensuring that every student has access to comprehensive and expert assistance.

Academic coaching at Daemen is highly accessible and flexible, available through both individual appointments and group sessions. This personalized guidance is tailored to meet each student’s unique needs, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. Our dedicated Writing Specialist is also on hand to support any writing task, providing insightful advice and constructive feedback that can transform a good paper into a great one.

For those seeking broader academic success strategies, our Director of Academic Support and Engagement offers one-on-one meetings that delve into essential skills such as time management, memory enhancement, test-taking techniques, and identifying personal learning preferences. This holistic approach equips students with the tools and knowledge they need to excel both inside and outside the classroom. Our robust support network is not just a resource—it’s your partner in achieving academic excellence and unlocking your full potential. (daemen.edu/coach).

Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Program

This State and University sponsored program is specifically tailored to provide support for New York State residents who may not meet the traditional criteria for university admission but possess the potential for academic success. The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) offers a valuable opportunity for individuals holding a high school diploma or equivalency, along with demonstrated financial need, to pursue higher education. Applicants are required to submit specific income documentation in accordance with state guidelines to determine their eligibility.

HEOP students are warmly welcomed into the TRI Scholars Academy, an extensive five-week residential summer program. This transformative experience serves as an introduction to academic life at Daemen University and offers invaluable opportunities for personal growth. The program centers around building a strong educational foundation, equipping students with essential skills and readiness for university life. Emphasis is placed on enhancing proficiency in math, reading, writing, and study skills.

Throughout the academic year, HEOP students benefit from ongoing individual and group counseling that addresses various aspects of their college experience. This dedicated support system is designed to address the unique needs and challenges that students may encounter throughout their educational journey. By participating in the Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program, students not only gain access to a high-quality higher education, but also benefit from a comprehensive support system that fosters their academic, personal, and financial success.

Accessibility Services

Students with permanent or temporary disabilities may confidentially self-disclose to Accessibility Services via email: access@daemen.edu or by phone: 716-839-8228. This begins the interactive process to determine reasonable and appropriate accommodations within the academic setting or the campus environment (student housing, dining, etc.). Reasonable accommodations are determined on a case-by-case and course-by-course basis and may not fundamentally alter the nature of a program, course, program, or activity. 

Please see Accommodation of Students with Disabilities and Disability Documentation Guidelines for more information.

Campus Store

The Daemen University Campus Store (Barnes & Noble #8388), located on the ground floor of Duns Scotus Hall, carries all required and optional textbooks (new and used), as well as study and exam guides. Daemen University’s All Access Pass program gives you access to all of your course materials before the first day of class.  For more details on the All Access Pass visit us at Daemen.edu/allaccesspass.

The campus store also carries school supplies, trade books, art supplies, Daemen University clothing, and gifts. Research and supplementary texts can be specially ordered. The campus store accepts cash, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. We also make arrangements with the office of student accounts to set up “book credit” accounts for students who wish to use their financial aid for the purchase of textbooks and supplies. Visit the college store at daemen.bncollege.com or from the Daemen home page under “student services.”

Career Services

The Career Services’ commitment to our students begins the first day on campus and lasts throughout the student’s lifetime. The office provides a multitude of free services and supports to prepare and empower students to achieve their career goals.

The benefit of a small university is Daemen’s personalized approach. This student-centered approach includes advising, offering individualized assessments, networking events as well as career workshops and presentations specific to our majors. Students have the opportunity to attend many programs on campus, including monthly Recruiters on Campus, professional panel discussions, resume preparation workshops, networking events, and the annual Career & Internship Expo.

Career Services works closely with the Global Programs Office (GPO) to support international internships as a stand-alone opportunity or added as part of the international educational experience. Students should meet with a Career Services Adviser to explore these opportunities. Information about these programs is also provided by GPO throughout the academic year.

Career Services staff have real-world experience in business and community connections to ensure the creation of a successful career strategy. More information can be found on the department website: daemen.edu/career. To schedule an appointment, please call (716) 839-8334 or email careerservices@daemen.edu.

Career Field Experience

The Career Field Experience program provides students with the opportunity to gain work experience related to their academic major. Students may earn up to 12 hours of academic credit for internships during their university career. Organizations include locally and nationally recognized businesses, industry, government, health-related facilities, and educational and cultural institutions.

Successful completion of the online CFE 97-Career Preparation, Exploration, and Professionalism Seminar (CPEP) is required prior to the approval of the Career Field Experience. There is no charge for this seminar.

Opportunities with the Washington Internship Institute (wiidc.org) are also available in the fall and spring semesters through the University’s partnership in Washington, D.C. Opportunities with the New YorkState Assembly Internship program (assembly.state.ny.us/internship/) are available in spring semester through the University’s partnership in Albany, NY. The New York State Assembly Internship Committee awards a stipend to each Session Intern. Also, opportunities with the Disney Internship Program (sites.disney.com) offer students an immersive and transformative experience within the magical world of Disney. More information on both opportunities can be found at (daemen.edu/career).

Classroom & Events Technology

Classroom & Events Technology provides the University community with support for classroom technology and instructional equipment. This includes computers, video projectors, document cameras, digital video cameras, sound design & assistance, and other digital & analog equipment. They can be reached by phone at (716) 839-8430.

Computing Services

The Office of Information Technology provides support for the University and its instructional, research, data, communication, and technology needs.

Daemen Access

Many courses mix web content, online discussion groups, and other electronic resources with traditional lectures and in-class discussions, for a rich and varied learning environment. In order to access all of that, students and faculty are issued a Daemen Account. This Account grants entry to our high-speed network and systems (i.e. Blackboard, Self-Service, MyDaemen, etc.).

Personal Computing

Computing plays an integral part in a Daemen education. While there is no requirement for students to buy a computer, over 90% of our students have their own, the most popular being laptops. If you are planning to get your own, either Windows or Mac will work. It is recommended you have 16gb RAM & 256gb storage (SSD or NVMe).

We do not suggest Chromebooks.

Computer Labs

If you do not have a personal computer, there are open computer labs located in the Research & Information Commons and the Business Building. These labs contain Windows computers configured with a standard software package and high-speed internet access. During the fall and spring semesters, these labs are open 118 hours each week.

For students taking classes in Animation, Graphic Design, Natural Sciences, Mathematics, and Psychology, there are additional computers available in those Departmental labs.

Network

Our campus operates on a 3Gb/s network, which is accessible across all offices, classrooms, labs, and residence halls via Ethernet and/or Wireless. Students living on campus can access this high-speed network free of charge.

Software

Daemen University is a Google campus and thus utilizes their suite of applications for email (Gmail), web browsing (Chrome), documentation (Docs, Sheets, Slides), storage (Drive), and video communication (Meet). Daemen also has licensing agreements with Adobe, Microsoft, IBM SPSS, and others to provide our students, faculty, and staff with access to the most widely used productivity software.

Instructional Technology

Each classroom has a teaching station equipped with a computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, projector, and audio equipment. Some specialized rooms have additional features. Faculty may use computer lab classrooms for hands-on computer instruction, or use cart-based wireless laptops to turn any conventional classroom into a computer lab.

For more information, please visit daemen.edu/computing.

CHIP Center – Counseling, Health, Insurance & Prevention

The CHIP Center, Daemen’s student wellness center, is conveniently located on the first floor of the John R. Yurtchuk Student Center. The CHIP Center offers student services including but not limited to individual counseling sessions, a wellness kiosk (free, over-the-counter wellness products), referrals to community-based services, and wellness programming year-round. 

Students describe the CHIP Center as a calm, peaceful, welcoming, and stress-relieving space on campus. In addition to offices and waiting areas, the CHIP Center offers a prayer and meditation room and gender-neutral restroom. The CHIP Center team looks forward to helping each student promote lifelong physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Counseling Services

The counselors at Daemen University serve the psychological well-being of the campus community so that students may be successful academically, ethically, spiritually, and personally. All registered Daemen students are eligible to attend up to 15 sessions per academic year free of charge. Services provided include: individual counseling, mediation, consultation, and resource connection. Common reasons students utilize counseling services include mental health needs, interpersonal challenges, and/or coping with academic difficulties. 

All counseling sessions are confidential. Student privacy and trust are of utmost importance and are protected by state laws and professional ethical standards. No information can be released without a student’s written authorization. Confidentiality is legally limited and will be discussed during a student’s first session with their counselor. Students are encouraged to ask questions or express any concerns they have about confidentiality. 

In-person counseling appointments take place in the CHIP Center counseling offices (John R. Yurtchuk 117-120). Virtual counseling appointments are also available.  To schedule an appointment, students can complete the support form online at daemen.edu/counselingsupport.  

For more information, visit daemen.edu/counseling

Health and Insurance Services

The health & insurance services office is home to the Wellness Kiosk, a free, self-service resource for students to access over-the-counter wellness items. The public health professionals in this office work with students to identify and overcome barriers to accessing and utilizing wellness services on campus and in the community. Additionally, the health & insurance services team ensures students are compliant with immunization requirements and maintains confidential immunization and medical records.

Health Records

In compliance with New York State Public Health Laws 2165 and 2157, students are required to submit immunization records as outlined below: 

  • Students born on or after January 1, 1957, and taking 6 or more credits are required to submit proof of immunization for Measles, Mumps & Rubella (vaccinations or titers).
  • Students taking 6 or more credits must submit proof of immunization (or submit a declination) for Meningococcal disease (completed vaccination or vaccination series within the past 5 years or a signed waiver declining the vaccination).

For more information on this requirement, health forms, and more, visit daemen.edu/healthrequirements

Health Insurance

Daemen University requires all students who meet at least one of the criteria listed below to annually submit proof of health insurance (photo of the insurance card) that permits access and utilization of medical care in the Buffalo New York area OR enroll in Daemen’s student health insurance plan through United Healthcare. Students must be enrolled for the full academic year.

If a student fails to complete this process by the semester deadline the student will automatically be enrolled in Daemen’s student health insurance plan and the premium (annual cost) will be added to the student’s bill.

  • Students living in residential housing (including but not limited to Campus Proper, Snyder Park and Collegiate Village)
  • Students who have international student status
  • Students participating in an intercollegiate sport
  • Students participating in the clinical portion of their academic program

*International students are required to enroll in Daemen’s student health insurance plan or an approved plan through PGH Global. These plans are vetted and ensure that international students have essential* health insurance coverage while in the United States. Travelers insurance plans are not accepted by Daemen University.

Daemen University also offers a student health insurance plan through United Healthcare that is compliant with the Affordable Care Act and provides affordable, comprehensive insurance benefits with low prescription costs, telehealth & telecounseling services. Any student taking 6 credits or more is eligible to enroll and eligible students who do enroll may also insure their dependents. 

For more information, visit  daemen.edu/insurance

Medical Care 

The CHIP Center team connects students to local health and wellness organizations in the Buffalo, NY area. For acute medical needs, students can visit the Wellness Kiosk in John R. Yurtchuk 116 to access free, on-the-go wellness products. For more emergent medical needs, students visit an urgent care center, conveniently located within 2 miles of the Amherst campus. 

For more information, visit  daemen.edu/medical

Wellness Initiatives 

The CHIP Center partners with community-based organizations to offer on-campus wellness opportunities including but not limited to: screenings for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), flu shot clinics, blood drives, and other wellness events. As a collaborative partner with the Wildcat Wellness student team, students have access to fun, engaging, and educational wellness opportunities year-round. Wildcat Wellness and CHIP Center events focus on practicing self-care, mental health awareness, and linking students to services on and off campus. 

Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI)

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) takes immense pride in nurturing a dynamic and inclusive campus community. Through close collaboration with esteemed campus and community partners, we prioritize the delivery of transformative educational experiences that embrace diversity and facilitate the exchange of varied perspectives. As primary facilitators, we are deeply committed to providing enriching and impactful opportunities that celebrate the richness of people and ideas within our diverse community.

Our unwavering dedication extends to fostering inclusive and equitable environments where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive. Our institution firmly believes in promoting dialogue and taking meaningful action at the intersections of identities. To empower our faculty, staff, and students, we provide comprehensive resources, guidance, and steadfast support. Together, we strive to cultivate genuine, compassionate, and accountable anti-racist living and learning communities that benefit all individuals within our institution.

Our overarching goal is to equip all members of the Daemen community with the education and experiences necessary to become active and engaged global citizens, utilizing these skills in their academic and career pursuits. We also aim to provide our students, staff, and faculty with the tools required to engage in productive, informed, and impactful discussions surrounding social justice and various forms of inequity. By exploring these topics in the context of our present climate, we foster a deeper understanding of their significance for us all.

Global Programs

The Global Programs Office provides information and services for Daemen students desiring to study abroad, as well as international students who have chosen Daemen for their undergraduate and/or graduate education.

Experiencing the world from another cultural perspective is essential for preparing students for global citizenship. Please see the Global Programs’ study abroad website for details of specific programs. All students studying abroad while at Daemen must meet with Global Programs staff for program information, application assistance, and University approval of their international educational experience.

The Global Programs Office provides comprehensive assistance and support for the community of international students at Daemen University. Staff members help international students with their initial adjustment to the University and the Buffalo area. The office provides information and advice about immigration regulations, cultural differences, and personal concerns.

The Daemen University Library

The library is located in the Research & Information Commons (RIC). Research librarians are available to consult with students and faculty to find the information resources they need, as well as provide classroom instruction and one-on-one research appointments.

The library has comprehensive collections of e-book and print book titles, as well as robust offerings of digital and print periodical subscriptions and streaming video. Our collections support teaching and scholarship in all disciplines. Fast and easy interlibrary loan is available for specialized and unique information needs.

All library study spaces within the RIC have wireless connectivity. Quiet study spaces are available on the second floor, with talking permitted study space on third and group study rooms on both floors. The RIC is also outfitted with a seminar and animation theater and presentation rooms. Students will find comfortable furnishings and inspiring surroundings, with a café nearby in the Atrium.

The library homepage is accessed through the MyDaemen portal.

RIC hours during the academic semester:

Sunday 10 am – 1 am

Monday – Thursday 7 am – 1 am

Friday 7 am – 11 pm

Saturday 9 am – 11 pm

Summer and Intersession Schedule:

Monday – Friday  8 am – 7 pm

Changes to this schedule are posted in advance on the library homepage.

Nancy Haberman Gacioch Center for Veterans

The Gacioch Center for Veterans at Daemen University is dedicated to supporting the success of veteran scholars and eligible family members throughout their postsecondary education journey. Our mission is to coordinate a comprehensive range of services that address their academic, financial, physical, and social needs. As a designated Military Friendly School and participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program, we are deeply committed to providing exceptional service to those who have bravely served our country, as well as their eligible beneficiaries.

We understand that transitioning from military service to civilian life, including the challenges of pursuing a university degree, can be demanding for both students and their loved ones. Our professional staff collaborates with various departments to offer assistance throughout the admissions process, provide financial information, deliver academic support and advice, and act as liaisons with other campus offices, including those catering to students with unique needs. Furthermore, the Center can guide students in navigating resources available through the Veterans Administration and other community organizations.

In order to receive veteran’s educational benefits, students must undergo certification by the School Certifying Official. It is vital for students to promptly notify the Certifying Official of any changes in enrollment, major, or other pertinent information. Compliance with federal regulations is closely monitored by the Certifying Official, who assesses attendance and performance. Should a student fail to meet performance and/or degree progress or pursuit policies, the Certifying Official retains the authority to terminate educational benefits. This measure upholds the program’s integrity and ensures accountability.

The Gacioch Center for Veterans is available 24/7, providing round-the-clock support and assistance to meet the needs of our veteran scholars and eligible family members. It is a dedicated veteran student lounge that provides a comfortable and welcoming environment for study, dialogue, and rest.

Registrar

The Registrar’s Office provides the following services for students:

  • preparing course offerings for each term which are accessible on Self Service on the Daemen website;
  • processing registrations for courses that require a permit to register;
  • after the last day for drop/add, processing withdrawals from courses for students who submit a withdrawal form;
  • processing mid-term and final grades, as well as Incomplete and other grade changes, for publication on Self Service;
  • designing/revising/customizing evaluations for all degree, certificate programs, and minors (and approved curricular substitutions), thereby enabling students and advisors to monitor progress towards program completion and explore the status of other programs;
  • evaluating transfer studies for incoming transfer students and returning students who complete transfer studies with departmental approval;
  • verifying candidates for graduation/degree conferral/Commencement honors; release of diplomas;
  • verifying candidates for completion of certificate programs; preparation and release of certificates;
  • processing and verifying changes in student status and general student directory information;
  • collaborating with the Faculty Athletic Representative regarding certification of student-athletes for participation in intercollegiate athletics;
  • processing transcript requests and providing transcripts;
  • processing professional licensure applications as appropriate.