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Jack's Mannequin to Take NU Spotlight
It's official. O.A.R. has turned the car around on NU and Jack's Mannequin will take the spotlight this semester.O.A.R. unexpectedly pulled out of their NU date, forcing Niagara University Student Government Association to find a quick replacement. Jack's Mannequin, an indie/pop/rock band from Los Angeles, was chosen to headline NU's fall show.I love Jack's Mannequin! I can't wait for them to come! They've got amazing vocals and amazing melodies....
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Family Weekend Goes to the Beach
It's that time of year again: time to bring your families to Niagara University.Next weekend, Oct. 22-24, NU will be holding its annual family weekend. This year's theme is a Caribbean-oriented Niagaritaville.Michelle Semski, the temporary secretary for the Family Weekend student committee, said that the goal of the weekend is for families to become a part of the Niagara community. It's a bonding experience.Some bonding opportunities this...
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NU Recognizes Six Alumni at Vincentian Heritage Convocation
Six Niagara University alumni were recognized on Sept. 30 as part of a convocation celebrating Vincentian Heritage Week.Paul M. McManus, ˜65, who achieved world-class distinction in the hospitality industry with Leading Hotels of the World, was inducted into the Niagara Legacy “ Alumni of Distinction. McManus, as president and CEO of The Leading Hotels of the World, transformed the company into a prestigious luxury marketing organization...
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Niagara University Looks to the Year Ahead
The Niagara University administration is excited to reveal new information for the year ahead. Upcoming events for the school year include new commercials, a concert by a popular band, a newly offered free bus service, renovations and construction.The commercials for NU were taped four weeks ago. The uniqueness of these commercials is they are completely different than other college commercials -- they were shot from a different direction....
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Food at Clet Dining Warrants Varied Opinions
We have all seen the changes to Clet Dining Hall's appearance this semester. It looks more modern and, as senior Andrea Bernal says, It is more traffic free. Senior Kelci Koonce says, I like the new arrangements of the drinks, and other students have made similar comments. Perhaps what students care about most is not the appearance of the dining hall, but the food. Students seem to have no problem voicing their opinion regarding this matter....
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Cody's Food Bit for Oct. 13, 2010
Each week, NU hospitality major and gourmand (fancy word for food lover) Cody Castiglia will feature fascinating food facts, cooking tips, local restaurant reviews (helpful if for some reason you get sick of Clet food) and other food-related news for those who love to cook, as well as for those who would like to start. This week's edition touches on the importance of eating locally and seasonally.Seasonal GoodsIt's that time of the year again!...