WELCOME TO DAEMEN!
We are excited to meet you at orientation! Orientation is both informative and fun. To get you started feel free to watch the video of last year's orientation and get to know our orientation leaders. Have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Email: Mateo.astudillo@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Mateo
I am a: Resident
I am from: Rochester, NY
Major: Biochemistry
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Men's Soccer, Tour Guide, Diversity Ambassador, Athlete Peer Mentor, Alliance for Minority Participation in STEM, Pre-Med Club
Advice I would give a new student is: Try to get involved and meet as many people as possible. I've met some of my closest friends here at Daemen, and I've gotten very involved and its really enhanced my experience. There are a lot of fun things to do on campus, so definitely try new things and meet new people.
Feel free to ask me about: The science classes/being pre-med, balancing your social and academic life, how to get involved on campus, what it's like being a student-athlete, what is fun to do on campus.
Email: ryan.james@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Ryan
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Buffalo, NY
Major: Psychology
Fall 2021 I will be a: Graduate Student
On campus I am involved with: I am currently President of the Daemen Honors Program; I work as a Diversity Ambassador throughout the academic year; I am a Trustee Scholar, and I am a research assistant to Dr. Emer.
Advice I would give a new student is: Balance is everything. I personally found that participating in clubs, organizations, or group activities on campus has kept me grounded and motivated to excel academically. Take advantage of the fun things that Daemen has to offer as well as the academic opportunities.
Feel free to ask me about: Feel free to ask me about the Daemen Honors Program, The Center for Diversity and Inclusion, or being a commuter.
Email: katelyn.schaeffer@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Katelyn
I am a: Resident
I am from: Westminster, Maryland
Major: Physical Therapy, Minor in Psychology
Fall 2021 I will be a: Graduate Student
On campus I am involved with: Tour Guides, Social Media Team, Orientation, Work Study
Advice I would give a new student is: Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Trying new things and getting involved on campus will give you a great college experience and help you to make great memories along the way.
Feel free to ask me about: Being an Orientation Leader! Meeting the incoming students and having the opportunity to show them what Daemen is all about is something I look forward to every summer. I have loved being an OL these past two years and cannot wait to step up as a Senior OL this year.
Email: kristine.burns@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Kristine
I am a: Resident
I am from: Rochester, NY
Major: Physical Therapy
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Student Athlete Women's Cheerleading Team, Academic Coach (CMP-100), and Resident Assistant (Fall 2021-Spring 2022)
Advice I would give a new student is: Make sure to get involved in clubs and organizations on campus; Daemen has so many available opportunities! Also, don't ever be afraid to talk to your professors, they are always willing to help you!
Feel free to ask me about: Feel free to ask me about cheer, the Physical Therapy program, and living on campus.
Email: Loganne.bushey@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Loganne
I am a: Resident
I am from: Randolph, New York
Major: Pre-vet
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Pre-vet club, Campus Activities Team, Orientation leader, Admissions event coordinator
Advice I would give a new student is: My advise is to stay organized. Prioritize your to-do list and do not forget to add leisure time in as well. College can be hard work, but the memories made here will stay with you forever.
Feel free to ask me about: Mental health, studying tips, how to address stressful situations, opportunities to get involved on campus.
Email: gabrielle.catlin@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Gabby
I am a: Commuter
I am from: West Seneca, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2021 I will be a: Third-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Daemen College Rescue Squad (DCRS), Physician Assistant Student Society (PASS), Students Without Borders (SWOB)
Advice I would give a new student is: Don't be afraid to reach out to and meet different people! I know you may be nervous to start college, but everyone is feeling the same way as you! Explore beyond your comfort zone and be yourself! Daemen is filled with smiling faces and so many kind-hearted people so just say hi and introduce yourself!
Feel free to ask me about: Research and Information Commons, Work Study, checking out books from the library, DCRS (EMT Course), Peer Mentoring, Physician Assistant Program, Commuting
Email: saferino.dour@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Saf
I am a: Resident
I am from: Buffalo, NY
Major: English
Fall 2021 I will be a: Third-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Men’s Volleyball, Student Government Association, Iconoclast, and Wildcat Wellness.
Advice I would give a new student is: Time management is key to your success! Once you are able to manage your time efficiently, you will have more time to enjoy yourself and take part in all the wonderful opportunities this campus has to offer.
Feel free to ask me about: Living on campus, athletics, and student organizations!
Email: alyssa.gennaro@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Alyssa
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Clarence, NY
Major: Business Administration in Marketing
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Cheerleading team, and vision program.
Advice I would give a new student is: Do not be afraid to get out there. College is a time to experience new things and create wonderful memories. The amount of clubs, activities and events Daemen holds creates a wonderful social environment. Everyone is in the same boat as you and it can't hurt to be the first one to say hello.
Feel free to ask me about: The cheerleading team here at Daemen and also what a commuter can do to still have that college experience!
Email: isaiah.hillgoldsmith@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Zay
I am a: Resident
I am from: Buffalo, NY
Major: Social Work
Fall 2021 I will be a: Third-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Tour Guide, Telecounselor, and Social Media Team
Advice I would give a new student is: Master time-management early on. Don't hesitate to ask for help. Take time out of your day to reflect and decompress. Most importantly, don't forget to have fun along the way!
Feel free to ask me about: Buffalo attractions, how to prepare for college, my own experience, managing stress and having outlets, how to balance personal life/college/work, key reminders that helps me stay in a resilient mindset.
Email: kamyia.jacobs@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Kamyia
I am a: Resident
I am from: Annapolis, Maryland
Major: Social Work
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Sigma Omega Chi, Work Study, Orientation Leader
Advice I would give a new student is: Get involved on campus. I regret keeping to myself for so long. There are so many ways to make new friends and make a mark on campus.
Feel free to ask me about: Living on campus at Collegiate Village, Greek life, the social work major/upper division, classes I have taken and would recommend, on campus jobs, and going to school out of state.
Email: emilee.kassay@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Emilee
I am a: Resident
I am from: Lyndonville, NY
Major: Animation
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Figure drawing club, music club, Sigma Omega Chi, and I am also an admissions event assistant.
Advice I would give a new student is: Stay organized and don't procrastinate. Set earlier due dates for yourself than when an assignment is actually due and list the due dates in order within a reminder app. Having everything in an organized list will help you focus on a little bit at a time and will help you not feel so overwhelmed.
Feel free to ask me about: Getting more involved at Daemen, my personal experience here, and how to stay organized and calm while adjusting to each class you run into during your college career.
Email: sydney.king@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Syd
I am a: Resident
I am from: St. Louis, Missouri
Major: Biology and Environmental Studies
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Wildcat Wellness
Advice I would give a new student is: Form study groups at the beginning of the semester: it's a really easy way to make friends with people in your major and get homework done.
Feel free to ask me about: Wildcat Wellness and other activities on campus, being an out-of-state student, fun things to do in the area.
Email: jessica.kuhn@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Jess
I am a: Commuter
I am from: North Tonawanda, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Daemen College Rescue Squad (DCRS), Physician Assistant Student Society (PASS)
Advice I would give a new student is: Meet and talk to new people; join clubs or organizations that interest you; find an efficient way to study that works best for you.
Feel free to ask me about: Being a commuter, being a Physician Assistant major, getting involved on campus.
Email: kayla.lark@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Kay
I am a: Resident
I am from: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Major: Biochemistry in the Pre-Med program; Forensic Minor; Islamic Studies Concentration
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Daemen College Rescue Squad, Black Student Union, Pre-Med club, Alliance for Minority Participation in STEM, Treasurer of Dungeons and Dragons Club, Emergency Response Team Ambassador, Tour Guide, Social Media Campaign through Admissions, Orientation Leader, Graduate of the Self Efficacy and Empowerment Network, and I am a Trustee Scholarship Recipient
Advice I would give a new student is: My advice to any new student is there is no better time than now. I believe balance is key because you have to understand that this is your first year so easing yourself into the process is vital, but doubting yourself and your abilities will never bring you what you truly want in life.
Feel free to ask me about: Getting involved on campus, becoming more social, living on campus, freshman experiences, events on campus, navigating a science major and minor, time management, being an out-of-state student.
Email: erik.matthews@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Erik
I am a: Resident
I am from: Galway, New York
Major: Physical Therapy
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Men's Track and Field, Honors Program, Trustee Scholar, Wildcat Wellness, Resident Assistant, Academic Coach, Peer Mentor, Daemen Social Media Team, Tour Guide
Advice I would give a new student is: Never be afraid to take risks, get involved, or ask for guidance during your first year. Daemen fosters an inclusive, welcoming, and conducive environment for all students. If you learn to manage time properly early on, your college career will be filled with so many rewarding opportunities. Do not ever fear failure because Daemen WILL support you.
Feel free to ask me about: Feel free to ask me about time management, getting involved, physical therapy coursework, communication skills, going to school far from home, or being more open-minded!
Email: akira.mccalla@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Akira
I am a: Resident
I am from: Kingston, Jamaica
Major: Health Promotion
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Orientation Leader, Resident Assistant, Wildcat Wellness
Advice I would give a new student is: I advise you to be comfortable with trying things that make you nervous, there is a lot of growth and joy beyond the point of fear.
Feel free to ask me about: My experience as a Black student studying at a predominantly White Institution (PWI), how to recover from changing your major, taking advantage of leadership positions, living away from family, having a healthy social and academic life.
Email: sariyah.mojica@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Sariyah
I am a: Resident
I am from: NYC, New York
Major: Biology, Pre-Veterinary medicine
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Wildcat Media & Entertainment, Pre-Vet club, Black Student Union
Advice I would give a new student is: It's okay to be shy! I am shy myself and became friends with some of the best people I know just by being myself. Also, never be afraid to ask for help or take advantage of the opportunities on campus.
Feel free to ask me about: Moving so far from home, hair and clothing advice.
Email: hannah.pagano@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Hannah
I am a: Resident
I am from: Goshen, NY
Major: Psychology
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Daemen Women's Tennis Team, Athletic Peer Mentor, Daemen Campus Safety Student Worker
Advice I would give a new student is: I would tell new students to try new experiences on campus, whether that's joining a club, taking a new class, or finding a new hobby.
Feel free to ask me about: On-campus living, dining, fun stuff to do on and off campus, how to stay productive/organized during a busy semester.
Email: Lisa.paglicci@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Lisa
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Amherst, NY, USA
Major: Social Work
Fall 2021 I will be a: Third-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Pride Alliance, Sigma Omega Chi, Social Work Alliance
Advice I would give a new student is: Don't be afraid to put yourself out there! Try new things, get involved, and don't be afraid to say "Hi!"
Feel free to ask me about: You can ask me about social work, the Social Work Alliance, Sigma Omega Chi, or how to get involved on campus!
Email: julia.princess@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Jules
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Buffalo, NY
Major: History & Political Science and Paralegal Studies
Fall 2021 I will be a: Third-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Pre-Law Student Association, Student Government Association, Paralegal Club, Wildcat Media & Entertainment, and I will be a Diversity Ambassador in Fall 2021.
Advice I would give a new student is: I highly recommend that you to get involved in the clubs and organizations that are on campus. It is a good way to connect with other students and other Daemen community members. You should also manage your time between classes and other commitments because that will help you thrive on campus. Lastly, please do not hesitate to reach out to campus resources. They are there to help you and resolve any issues or situations that you may have.
Feel free to ask me about: Being a History and Political Science major, being a part of the Paralegal Studies program, what it is like to be a commuter, what it is like being a student with a disability on campus, managing my time, staying organized, and what to expect as an incoming freshman.
Email: derek.raymond@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Derek
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Newnan, GA
Major: Business Administration
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Trustee Scholar, New Orientation Leader and New CAT Team Member
Advice I would give a new student is: Go out and talk to people. They are most likely in the same position you’re in and are looking for someone to interact with.
Feel free to ask me about: Changing majors, commuter tips, living off-campus, freshman tips.
Email: haley.sanders@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Haley
I am a: Resident
I am from: Lockport, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Tour Guide, Resident Assistant (Fall 2021-Spring 2022), Campus Ministry Club (CRU), Physician Assistant Student Society (PASS)
Advice I would give a new student is: You are not alone. Every new student is in the same boat as you. You are all trying to figure out who you want to be in college and are all trying to find friends. Be patient, it may take time to find your place on campus but you will find it.
Feel free to ask me about: The Physician Assistant program, dorming when you live close to campus or just dorming in general, having a student leadership position on campus.
Email: sage.sellers@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Sage
I am a: Resident
I am from: Elma, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Due to COVID I have been only volunteering in my home town, I participate in church volunteering and a blood drive organization. I plan on attending Campus Ministries Club (CRU) at Daemen very soon!
Advice I would give a new student is: There will be many adjustments that come from moving from high school to college. It will be very important to get academic coaches, they will help you understand what you need cleared up. Take advantage of office hours! They will be very helpful if you need one-on-one time with your professors. Talk to your Resident Assistant if you ever need help and they can direct you to services that might be helpful. Daemen has a lot to offer!
Feel free to ask me about: Counseling resources and academic coaches. Both have been very helpful to me and I could tell you more about their services offered.
Email: jenna.sieracki@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Jenna
I am a: I have been a commuter and a resident
I am from: Amherst, NY
Major: International Business, Minor in Political Science
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Student Government Association, Alumni Ambassador, Campus Admission Event Team, and Diversity Ambassadors.
Advice I would give a new student is: Make sure you prioritize your mental health and get help when you need it. No man is an island so make sure to ask for help!
Feel free to ask me about: Student Government Association, Diversity Ambassadors, business and/or political science classes, where the closest Chick Fil A is located, and if you want any local recommendations for bookstores, coffee shops and thrifting.
Email: mason.storm@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Storm, Stormy
I am a: Resident
I am from: South Bristol, NY
Major: Sports Management
Fall 2021 I will be a: Fourth-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Men's Track and Field, Wildcat Media and Entertainment,
Advice I would give a new student is: Be yourself and be friendly, you will be surprised at how many people you meet and befriend
Feel free to ask me about: Food and working out.
Email: chloe.st.laurent@daemen.edu
Friends call me: Chloe
I am a: Commuter
I am from: Lewiston, NY
Major: Physician Assistant
Fall 2021 I will be a: Second-Year Student
On campus I am involved with: Daemen College Rescue Squad, Physician Assistant Society
Advice I would give a new student is: Don't be nervous! You will adapt easily, make new friends, and become a pro in no time! In such a supportive and accepting environment, you will prosper and have fun while doing it! The staff and professors here are beyond kind, and are extremely willing to help however they can.
Feel free to ask me about: How to study, opinions on my program, how to get into clubs and meet new people.