President’s Message
Welcome Message from the President
Welcome to Niagara University. I am delighted that you have chosen to join our community—a very special place defined by outstanding academic programs, a living mission, and a commitment to your personal and professional growth.
Since our founding in 1856, Niagara University has equipped students with the tools to succeed in an evolving global marketplace. Whether you are joining us at our historic Lewiston campus or our innovative sites in Ontario, you are part of a binational institution that blends the best of a comprehensive university with undergraduate and graduate education programs, grounded in our values-based Catholic tradition and mission of St. Vincent de Paul.
At Niagara, you will be immersed in a comprehensive learning environment that emphasizes one-on-one mentorship. Your professors—masterful teachers and scholars—adeptly combine research and theory with hands-on, practical application. They are dedicated to providing the types of experiences that prepare you for the life you want to lead after graduation. You will be challenged, and you will accomplish things you never thought possible. We will walk side by side with you to ensure you realize your full potential, for that is the Niagara way.
You can take pride in knowing that a degree from Niagara University is well-respected on both sides of the international border and around the world. Our programs consistently meet or exceed the highest standards of prestigious national and international accrediting agencies, ensuring your education is recognized for its excellence and rigor.
This catalog serves as a guide to our programs and policies, but our true heart is found in our mission. We draw inspiration from St. Vincent de Paul, who galvanized people to work together to relieve poverty through faith and human ingenuity. Regardless of your background, a Niagara education asks you to open your heart and mind to the needs of others and to use your expertise to be a change-leader in your field.
I can assure you that from this day forward, Niagara’s faculty, staff, and administrators will do all they can to help you accomplish your goals. All we ask in return is that you use your education to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Thank you for choosing Niagara University. Welcome to our community.
Sincerely,
James J. Maher, C.M.
President