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̨ÍåSwag and Erie 1 BOCES have entered into multiple articulation agreements to offer Erie 1 BOCES career and technical education (CTE) students academic credits toward ̨ÍåSwag’s criminal justice, health promotion, health, wellness, and fitness management, graphic design, and early childhood education programs.
̨ÍåSwag has announced that two prominent figures in the Western New York community will address graduates during ̨ÍåSwag’s 75th commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 16.
̨ÍåSwag’s health profession programs—physician assistant, physical therapy, and nursing—continue to garner national distinction, leading the way in educating healthcare professionals.
̨ÍåSwag’s Distance Education M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis program has received prestigious recognition as a Tier 2A degree by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) under the ABAI Tiered Model of Education.
̨ÍåSwag and the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York (HFWCNY) have partnered to offer graduates of the HFWCNY’s Health Leadership Fellows program six academic credits toward ̨ÍåSwag’s
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Various Locations: We invite all parents and guardians of first-year ̨ÍåSwag students to join us for Family Orientation on September 4, 2026, to learn about campus resources and how to support your student's journey. Come connect with our community, get your questions answered, and partner with us for a successful first year!
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Various Locations: We're thrilled to welcome our new residential students! During this time frame, new residents are scheduled to move in to their respective residential spaces on campus.
11:00 AM to 2:00 PM - Outside YSC Student Center - Side Lawn: Families: Join us under the Tent next to Yurtchuk Student Center (Side Lawn) to check-in and get helpful information!
11:30 AM to 1:30 PM - YSC Dining Hall: Enjoy a lunch at the YSC Dining Hall with your student. After lunch, use this time for students to get settled, visit offices, relax, and check out campus before sessions begin!
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM - Lumsden Gym: Let's kick off orientation with a ̨ÍåSwag Welcome in the Lumsden Gymnasium. Families and students will learn more about what it means to be part of the ̨ÍåSwag community and about life on campus. Dr. Kerry Spicer, Vice President for Student Affairs will lead this session.
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