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Ready to do something amazing? You’ve come to the right place. Canisius College will empower you to reach your highest potential. To achieve more than you ever thought possible. To exceed your expectations. A Canisius education is packed with extraordinary opportunities like top-level scientific research, service immersion experiences and real-world partnerships—all in an intimate college setting where the focus is on you. Canisius will help you get to where you want to go. And along the way, you’ll discover your strengths and talents. Pursue your passions and interests. Push yourself to the next level and beyond. Most important, you’ll be part of a community of achievers who want to do more. Be more. Give more back to the world. Want to study chimpanzees in Tanzania? Want to get into the best medical schools in the country? Want to feed 100 homeless people in one night?
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Explore Buffalo
{ WALK HERE } The Delaware District provides the perfect combination of historic sites and scenic beauty.
Delaware Park Buffalo Zoo Buffalo History Museum Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House Complex
There’s so much to see and do in New York’s second largest city. Canisius puts you in the heart of a vibrant, urban setting with eclectic restaurants, worldrenowned architecture, thriving cultural districts and a historic parks system, all just steps away from our campus. So whether you prefer hitting the slopes, a Broadway production or a professional sports matchup — you can, here.
{ BIKE HERE } The Elmwood Village offers dining, shopping and cultural treasures along beautiful tree-lined streets.
200 locally owned shops and restaurants Albright-Knox Art Gallery Burchfield Penney Art Center Elmwood-Bidwell Farmers Market Music is Art Festival
{ RIDE HERE } Take a free trip on the subway or bus line to some of the area’s most exciting destinations.
Theater District Allentown District Walden Galleria Mall First Niagara Center HARBORCENTER
{ I am originally from a small
town in North Carolina. I looked at schools in California and New York City but I felt like I would be just a number there. Buffalo is a great city with an amazing history, where everyone is incredibly friendly. I felt
welcome right from the start. JUSTON LEE LOCKLE AR ’17 Marketing, Psychology
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JESUIT SPIRIT Canisius takes pride in our Catholic, Jesuit tradition. It’s the continual calling to “go forth and set the world on fire” and a passion to make a difference. As a Canisius student, you will feel a responsibility to offer help to those in need, hope to those who have none and a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. This Jesuit foundation will prepare you to make well-informed decisions and to confront difficult questions with an open heart and mind. It will give you the courage to advocate for truth and justice. And it will empower you to become a leader of character and integrity. Because of your Jesuit education, you’ll be a more valuable member of your community and a better citizen of the world.
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MEN AND WOMEN FOR OTHERS This isn’t a “what’s in it for me” education. It’s about using what you learn here to improve the lives of others. That’s why Canisius offers a wide array of service-learning experiences—from immersion trips to Nicaragua and Poland to local community outreach like Habitat for Humanity.
Cura Personalis In Latin, it means “care for the whole person.” At Canisius, it means nurturing well-rounded, socially aware students who are responsible leaders in today’s workplace and community. The collective Canisius experience is designed to educate you mind, body and spirit—preparing you for professional and personal success while strengthening your values and beliefs.
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curriculum, it’s an approach
to the world. It will equip you to achieve your goals and give back to the world around you. No matter what religious faith you come from, there is a place for you here.
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18,000+ HOURS OF SERVICE BY STUDENTS EACH YEAR
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internships and eye-opening travel abroad trips to breakthrough field research— as a Canisius student, you’ll gain valuable knowledge working on real-world challenges beginning in your freshman year. Whether you want to have your work
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Get up close and personal with a beluga whale Animal Behavior, Ecology & Conservation Our ABEC program is the first of its kind in North America. Under the guidance of stellar faculty, students travel the globe to study animal behavior in the real world, all within the context of animal welfare and conservation. Students walk in the footsteps of Jane Goodall studying chimpanzees in Tanzania. They observe marine mammals in Alaska. They conduct daily research on gorillas at the Buffalo Zoo, and on beluga whales at Marineland of Canada. Students gain valuable experience in the field and conduct hands-on research with some of the most amazing animals on the planet.
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{ After speaking to several Canisius alumni in Washington, DC, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in government. With the
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YOUCAN Choose from more than 145 distinct majors, minors and special
programs offered through three academic schools: the College of Arts & Sciences,
MAJORS the Richard J. Wehle School of Business and the School of Education & Human Services.
ARTS & SCIENCES
European Studies
Music
Animal Behavior, Ecology & Conservation
History
Philosophy
Humanities
Physics
International Relations
Political Science
Journalism
Professional & Technical Studies
Latin American Studies
Psychology
Mathematics & Statistics
Religious Studies
Medical Laboratory Science
Social Sciences - General
Modern Languages, Literatures & Cultures
Sociology
Anthropology Art History Biochemistry Bioinformatics Biology Chemistry Classics Communication Studies
• French • German • Spanish
Specialized Studies Urban Studies
Computer Science Creative Writing Criminal Justice Digital Media Arts Economics English Environmental Science Environmental Studies
{ I was able to combine two normally unrelated
paths and still graduate on time! I don’t believe I could have done this at any other college. At Canisius, unusual does not mean impossible. BOBBY FILIPSKI ’18 International Business, Pre-Med
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EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES Adolescence Education (Gr. 7 - 12) • Biology • Chemistry • English • French • German
{ I plan to pursue a PhD
in biochemistry but the critical thinking skills I acquired from my philosophy classes will help me in whatever profession I choose.
}
L AUREN E VANS ’16 Biochemistry, Philosophy minor
• Mathematics • Physics • Social Studies • Spanish Athletic Training Childhood Education (Gr. 1 - 6) • English • French • German • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies • Spanish
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PRE - PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Accounting
Dental Medicine
Accounting Information Systems
Pre-Engineering
Accounting/Professional Accounting (150 hours)
Pre-Law
Management
Human Services
Marketing
Sport Management
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Information Systems
Health & Wellness
Special Education/Childhood
Pre-Veterinary
Finance
International Business
Physical Education Sport Studies
Pre-Pharmacy
Entrepreneurship
Early Childhood Education (Birth- Gr. 2)
Physical Education/ Health Education
Pre-Medical*
Economics
{ As an aspiring physician,
I chose to seize the opportunity to continue my French studies while pursuing medicine. Although it’s an uncommon combination, I have received an incredible amount of support from my peers and professors.
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For a full list of academic programs, including minors and special programs, visit canisius.edu/academics
ASHRITA HANMIAH ’16
French, Pre-Med
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ARTS & SCIENCES Get your game on Digital Media Arts Ready to take your talent to the next level? Game design is one of several concentrations available to our digital media arts majors. Learn about game theory, animate characters and create designs using the latest in gaming technology. You can even put your work to the test at the Global Game Jam— the world’s largest game creation and development event.
Canisius students who pursue degrees in the arts & sciences go on to do great things in virtually every field — from politics and physics to creative writing and computer science. Choose from 39 majors that let you explore your interests and discover your passions. Whether you’re looking to go to graduate school or jump right into the job market, the possibilities are endless. Even if you don’t know what you want to major in yet or are undecided about your plans for the future, the College of Arts & Sciences is the perfect place to start.
A WINNING EXPERIENCE Canisius and ESPN have teamed up to offer a new concentration in sports broadcast journalism. Students produce live broadcasts of Canisius sporting events, providing in-game content, interviews, highlight packages and coaches’ shows. The games are aired live on ESPN3 from the state-ofthe-art Golden Griffin Sports Broadcast Center.
Get into the top graduate schools in the country. You can, here.
{ Canisius pre-law prepared
me with a variety of experiential learning opportunities, including internships with U.S. senators and the U.S. State Department’s Center for Strategic Counterterrorism Communications. Now I am ready to pursue my juris doctor at Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law.
}
THOMAS ROVITO ’15 Political Science, History
86% MEDICAL SCHOOL ACCEPTANCE RATE*
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BUSINESS If you want to be a leader in business, come to the place where leaders are
{ A Canisius education will
prepare you for the real world. The internship opportunities I received, my involvement with the Golden Griffin Fund and the mentoring from faculty, staff and alumni have helped me to secure a position with a top firm.
}
RYAN ZIMMER ’15 Financial Analyst, Wells Fargo
made. The Richard J. Wehle School of Business prepares students to succeed in a variety of careers—from entrepreneurship and economics to marketing and management. What’s more, our Accounting Department has earned a national reputation for excellence with Canisius graduates regularly ranking #1 in New York State and among the top in the nation on the CPA exam.
Manage a real-money investment portfolio. You can, here. Looking to raise your stock in the job market? Canisius finance majors can get involved in the Golden Griffin Fund, a student-run investment management program. Members get real-world training by managing an investment portfolio valued at more than $400,000. In 2015, students from the program took home the world championship at the prestigious CFA Institute Research Challenge, beating out finance students from more than 865 universities in 70 countries.
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EDUCATION Great teachers inspire us, touch our hearts and push us to achieve more than we ever thought possible. If you’re ready to be a difference maker and a motivator, then a career in teaching could be in your future. Our education programs are well-known for their small class sizes and the personal attention students receive from expert faculty. Plus, as an education major, you can
Do groundbreaking autism research. You can, here.
find a wide variety of ways to use your classroom learning in the real world—
Institute for Autism Research (IAR)
from educational partnerships and field experiences to activities like Teach
Widely recognized as one of the leading
for America and the Western New York Writing Project.
autism research institutions in the nation, the IAR at Canisius is a world-class facility where education majors can get handson experience writing clinical treatments, doing research and evaluating protocols. With more than $6 million in federal and private grants, the IAR is breaking new ground in the development of treatments for children with high-functioning autism.
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We want you to think of Canisius as your new home. (A home where something interesting, exciting, fascinating or inspiring happens every day.) We’ve packed as many activities, events and options into our 72-acre campus as possible, so there’s always something fun going on. Cheer on a Division 1 championship team. Write an advice column for The Griffin. Start a club for mustache enthusiasts. Whether you’re looking to showcase your athletic abilities, hone your leadership skills or just have the time of your life— you can, here.
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W E LC O M E H O M E Freshmen enjoy spacious and comfortable living areas, including suitestyle rooms that will make you feel right at home. If you want to live and learn with students who share your interest in science, creative writing or spirituality, consider freshman-themed housing. No matter where you live, you’ll enjoy awesome amenities like free WiFi and washing machines that send you a text when your laundry is done! What else is cool about our residence halls? Most are connected to our campus tunnel system, so you can wear flip-flops to class in the winter months.
In addition to Economou, our main dining hall, there are lots of food options on campus for breakfast, lunch, dinner or a late night snack. • Science Café • Steve’s Bakery • Iggy’s
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DISCOVER WHAT YOU CAN DO There’s a world of possibilities out there just waiting to be explored. All you have to do is take the first step. Schedule a visit to Canisius. Attend an upcoming Open House. Or, get your journey started by applying today. We can’t wait to see you here.
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