Canisius University names a new VP of Academic Affairs [Video]

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Canisius University has named a new Vice President of Academic Affairs for their campus. 

In her new position, Niland’s responsibilities include oversight of curriculum development, faculty affairs and strategic academic initiatives according to Canisius. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Niland to this crucial leadership role at Canisius University,” says President Steve Stoute. “Her proven track record in higher education combined with her lifelong connection to the Western New York community – and ties to Canisius – make her uniquely qualified to help shape our academic future.”

“I am truly honored and humbled to join the Canisius community and the esteemed academic affairs unit,” Niland says. “My father, uncles and many relatives earned their degrees at Canisius. Like so many Western New York families, Canisius and the Jesuit higher education model changed the trajectory of …