Campus Safety using manpower to assist staffing levels

By Brittany Rosso NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y.- Since last year, Niagara University’s Campus Safety department has experienced a turnover; a problem many campuses encounter each year. Although the number of Campus Safety officers fluctuates over time, Niagara University uses its manpower to assure that they provide the level of safety and security necessary for the campus … Continue reading Campus Safety using manpower to assist staffing levels

Rampado sees clearly past 1,000 points, focuses on road ahead

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. - Very few people know what it means to play college basketball - let alone at the Division I level. Even fewer people will know what it means to be a part of a club symbolizing a stand-out accomplishment that will be remembered for years to come. Redshirt junior Victoria Rampado knows … Continue reading Rampado sees clearly past 1,000 points, focuses on road ahead

Purple Eagles defeated twice on two-game road trip

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. — The Niagara University men’s basketball team went 0-2 on their weekend road trip in Connecticut. The Purple Eagles first loss came against the Fairfield Stags by a margin of 20 as the final score resulted in a 81-61 defeat. Niagara struggled early as they turned the ball over five times through the … Continue reading Purple Eagles defeated twice on two-game road trip

Like father, like son: Niagara Wheatfield’s Bradberry succeeding at the varsity level

Eighth grader following in his father’s footsteps as a talented basketball player. David Yarger NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. - For many high school athletes, it’s a privilege to play just one or two years as a varsity athlete. Niagara-Wheatfield’s Jalen Bradberry could play up to five years on the varsity team. As an eighth grader, Bradberry … Continue reading Like father, like son: Niagara Wheatfield’s Bradberry succeeding at the varsity level

Injuries and inconsistencies plague Niagara

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. - It has not been an easy season for the Purple Eagles men’s hockey team. Struggling to find consistency and dealing with a plethora of injured players, Head Coach Dave Burkeholder’s squad is currently 3-22-3 on the season. This is Burkeholder’s sixteenth season with the team. Key players such as forwards Derrian … Continue reading Injuries and inconsistencies plague Niagara

PREVIEW: Niagara Swimming and Diving Championship

NIAGARA UNIVERSITY, N.Y. - Niagara University’s swimming and diving teams will travel to The Burt Flickinger Center in Buffalo, NY this Wednesday, Feb. 8 to compete in the 2017 MAAC Championships. The final score for both the men’s and women’s team resulted in a loss 157.5-75.5 and 149-92, respectively. However the Purple Eagles did show … Continue reading PREVIEW: Niagara Swimming and Diving Championship

NU students recognized at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. awards ceremony

The Office of Multicultural Affairs at Niagara University presented the second annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. award to four students with winning entries on Jan. 24. Held in the Gallagher Center, the ceremony is part of the school’s MLK Celebration, highlighting the students’ winning work which incorporates the principles and values exhibited in the … Continue reading NU students recognized at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. awards ceremony