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UC Riverside Professor Explores the Idea of Living for Thousands of Years: Pros and Cons
Dr. John Martin Fischer, a philosophy professor at the University of California Riverside, recently presented a talk titled “The ‘Forever Wars’: Should You Choose to Live Forever?” at Niagara University. This was part of a series organized by the university’s Ostapenko Center for Ethics in Medicine and Healthcare. Dr. Fischer discussed the views of philosophers who disagree with the concept of eternal life.
Niagara University Showcases Local Talent at Prestigious Science Conference
Niagara University was the host for the 78th annual Eastern Colleges Science Conference (ECSC). The event saw participation from approximately 170 students and faculty from 16 universities, including 19 students from Niagara University's biology, chemistry, and psychology departments. This marks the fifth time the university has hosted the event. Dr. Walter Steiner, a biology professor at Niagara University and the chair of the 2024 ECSC planning committee, stated that the conference allows undergraduate students to present their research and encourages them to consider science careers.
New Assistant Professor Joins Niagara University's MBA Program, Dr. Arrani Senthinathan
Niagara University in Ontario has appointed Dr. Arrani Senthinathan as an assistant professor in its MBA program. Dr. Senthinathan has over a decade of experience in strategic management, particularly in healthcare. Her research uses health administrative and electronic medical records data to tackle current medical and public health issues.
Niagara University Unveils New Vincentian Center for Justice at Bailo Hall: A Hub for Social Justice, Legal Advocacy, and Environmental Issues
Niagara University has set up the Vincentian Center for Justice. This living-learning community is located in Bailo Hall on the university campus. It aims to inspire students to seek justice in their lives. The center is based on the University of Notre Dame’s Center for Social Concerns and the NYU School of Law Center for Human Rights and Global Justice. It will host the Justice House program, focusing on social justice, legal advocacy, and environmental issues.
Niagara University's College of Education Showcases Bilingual Education Expertise at State Conference
Niagara University's College of Education faculty and students were featured at the New York State Association for Bilingual Education's annual conference. The event took place in Syracuse, N.Y., from April 3-6, 2024. It was a platform for sharing ideas and research on bilingual education.
Niagara University's Dr. Hilts Investigates Impact of Counselor Ratios on Student Success Amid Pandemic
Dr. Derron Hilts, an assistant professor at Niagara University, and Dr. Yanhong Liu from Syracuse University have received a $5,000 grant from the New York State School Counselor Association. Their research will examine the impact of student-to-school counselor ratios on student outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic. They aim to determine how different caseloads affect metrics like attendance and suspension rates.
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