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Fun Is Our Work
April 14, 2026, 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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April 18, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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by US News and World Report in 2024 and 2025
For the last two years, Niagara University has been recognized as the “Best Value” in the North region, based on a calculation of academic quality and net cost of attendance after average need-based financial aid. This ranking, which focuses on providing a strong return on educational investment, was highlighted in the U.S. News “America’s Best Colleges” report.
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Niagara by the Numbers
What makes Niagara University so special? In addition to our strong Vincentian culture and close-knit student body, the education you receive here will you allow you to hit the ground running after you graduate!
Every professor in my program cared about me, not only as a student, but as a person and an aspiring professional. Because of their support and guidance, I found my passion for the sports & entertainment industry. The mentors, experiences, and friends I found at NU are something I will always be grateful for.Ari Musialowski, '23 Communications
Let’s Go Purple Eagles!
Whether you’re looking to join a team or cheer on a game, NU Athletics is the place to be! We offer 19 Division I teams and a huge variety of club sports. Let your purple pride soar!
Niagara University Theatre
Niagara University Theatre, the producing entity of the Department of Theatre and Fine Arts at Niagara University, has been proudly entertaining and educating audiences since 1964. Each season strives for great variety in our productions, ranging from classical to contemporary, musical to physical theatre, traditional to new works. Our productions provide students the opportunities to apply knowledge, skills, and techniques explored in class.
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Castellani Art Museum
With a focus on learning, community access, and cultural connection, the Castellani Art Museum houses a permanent collection of over 5,000 works—including modern and contemporary art, Niagara Falls-themed pieces, and regional folk art. The museum offers year-round exhibitions, public programs, and educational experiences for visitors of all ages—from students to tourists to lifelong art lovers.
Castellani Art MuseumNiagara in the News
Niagara University Biomedical Research Institute Begins Cancer Research Collaboration
Dr. Mary McCourt’s research group (Niagara University Biomedical Research Institute) contacted Prof. Beatriz de Pascual-Teresa and Dr. Irene Ortín Remón Research group, Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad CEU San Pablo to explore opportunities for collaboration on cholestosome-based drug delivery strategies. This collaboration comes after Facultad de Farmacia, Universidad CEU San Pablo published research that caught the attention of Dr. McCourt and the Biomedical Research Institute.
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Niagara University CMAA Student Chapter Again Named Best in the Country
Niagara University’s student chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA) was once again named Student Chapter of the Year by the association at its World Conference and Club Business Expo, which was held Feb. 17-21 in Anaheim, California. It marks the 14th time in its 16-year history that the NU chapter has been recognized as the best in the country.
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