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Archive — 2026

President-elect Maureen Finney is named a Woman of Excellence by Rochester Business Journal

President-elect Maureen Finney is named a Woman of Excellence by Rochester Business Journal.

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Naz women's hockey heads to Frozen Four

The Nazareth women's hockey team is playing on Friday, March 27 at 4 p.m. EST in the NCAA Division III Frozen Four. 

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The hit musical The Prom on stage at the Nazareth Arts Center, April 2-4

The hit musical The Prom on stage at the Nazareth University Arts Center, April 2-4.

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School of Music presents Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel

Nazareth's School of Music presents the fairy-tale opera Hansel and Gretel at Beston Hall, April 3-4.

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Nazareth's French House receives Friend of World Languages Award

Nazareth University's French House has been named the 2026 recipient of the Friend of World Languages Award for the role it plays in promoting the French language and cultures. 

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Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship partners with Nazareth University

Nazareth partners with Golisano Institute allowing its students to continue higher education through Nazareth’s undergraduate or graduate programs.

 

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600 high school students attend Global Citizenship Conference at Nazareth

More than 600 high school students attend the Global Citizenship Conference at Nazareth.

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Dempsey is named Nazareth’s 2025-26 Distinguished Colleague

Professor and Religious Studies Chair Corinne Dempsey is Nazareth's 2025-26 Distinguished Colleague.

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Nazareth’s deep community collaborations receive national recognition

Nazareth's Partners Programs earn the 2026 Civic Engagement and Community Service Award from Insight Into Academia magazine.

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Maureen F. Finney, Ed.D., PA-C, Named Nazareth University’s 11th President

Nazareth University, on behalf of its Board of Trustees, announced today that Maureen F. Finney, Ed.D., PA-C, has been selected as the University’s 11th president, effective July 1, 2026.

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Nazareth announces a school psychology master’s program

A new master’s degree in school psychology at Nazareth University will prepare professionals for a career that ranks #6 on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Science Jobs list.

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Spring 2026 Shannon Lecture Series features the theme of courage

Courage is the theme of this spring's Shannon lecture series. Carol Zinn, SSJ, lectures on April 28.

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Juersivich named a 2026 Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate

Her commitment to helping first-year students discover their strengths earned Nazareth University’s Nicole Juersivich a 2026 Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate award for the second straight year.

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Professor Scott Campbell speaks at Hungary’s cultural exchange celebrating the Fulbright Program at 80 and the U.S. at 250

Nazareth Professor and Fulbright alumnus Scott Campbell recently spoke in Hungary at a historic celebration honoring the Fulbright at 80 and the United States' 250th anniversary.

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Nazareth receives $1 million in federal funding for Smyth Hall renovations to enhance new PA program

U.S. Senators Schumer and Gillibrand secure $1 million in funding for phase two renovations of Smyth Hall to enhance Nazareth's PA program.

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School of Music announces upcoming instrumental and vocal performances

The School of Music has an exciting lineup of instrumental and vocal performances for its spring season.

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Nazareth launches online music education master’s degree

Nazareth University launches an online music education master's degree.

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Nazareth University honors its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph, with an honorary degree at the 99th Commencement

Nazareth honors its founders, the Sister of St. Joseph, with an honorary degree at 2026 Commencement.

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Provost Maureen Finney named 2026 Insight Into Academia Trailblazer in Higher Education

Provost Maureen Finney is named a 2026 Insight Into Academia Trailblazer in Higher Education for her distinctive work to support students' academic success and well-being.

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Students exemplify empathy in campus emergency

Nazareth University Campus Safety commends two Nazareth students for their quick thinking and compassionate leadership during a campus emergency.

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