D'YOUVILLE UNIVERSITY 3 SPRING 2025 FROM THE PRESIDENT 320 PORTER AVENUE BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14201 ____________________________ PRESIDENT Lorrie A. Clemo PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL Britt Davis Fehmi Damkaci Joggeshwar (Jogy) Das Denise DiRienzo Jeremiah Grabowski Benjamin (BG) Grant Ona Halladay Jason MacLeod ____________________________ CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER Jeff Matthews DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING Lauren Innes DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA Dan Innes DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Reneé Orr CONSULTING EDITOR Billy Liggett ____________________________ D’Mensions Magazine will publish three times a year beginning in 2025. ____________________________ D’Youville University is a private university located on the vibrant west side of Buffalo, N.Y., preparing students for the 21st-century. Excelling at helping students reach their educational, professional and career goals, D’Youville instills adaptability, high expectations, hands-on experience and best- in-class education to our students to become change agents, working for themselves and their communities by doing good. Founded in 1908, the Grey Nuns named the college after the Patron Saint Marguerite d’Youville to be a compassionate place of learning for those from underrepresented populations to give them a better life. As a school with a long Catholic history of supporting the underserved, D’Youville welcomes students of every culture, background and faith and is a place where traditions can be openly shared and respected. D’Youville offers more than 50 majors in undergraduate, graduate and doctoral studies including advanced certificates and accelerated learning programs. With degrees in healthcare, business and the liberal arts, D’Youville’s proud graduates have the academic rigor necessary for careers that make a difference for the world of tomorrow. ____________________________ Send story ideas, alumni notes and letters to [email protected] Dear D’Youville community: As we wrap up the 2024-2025 academic year at D’Youville University, celebration is in the air. Students who are completing their D’Youville degree are excited to walk across the stage, and for those in the middle of their academic journey, the end of a school year is another step closer to personal and professional career goals. While this time of year is celebratory, we also know that it can be a season of great anxiety. These feelings can be brought on in numerous ways, whether it be final exams, papers, projects and presentations, fear of the unknown or separating from friends and a familiar environment. At D’Youville University, student mental health is a cornerstone of the institution’s broader commitment to academic success and personal development. Regretfully, there is a mental health crisis among college students nationwide. D’Youville stands out for our proactive approach to support the comprehensive well-being of our students. From our SaintsCare virtual counseling services to in-person support in our Wellness Lodge, the university strives to create an environment where mental health is treated with the same priority, care and support as physical health. On the academic side, D’Youville also offers graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Psychology. Additionally, the university integrates mental health education into our campus culture. Regular workshops, wellness seminars and mindfulness sessions empower students with tools to manage stress and build resilience. Peer support programs further foster a sense of community, where students can lean on each other for encouragement. What sets D’Youville apart is our holistic approach to mental health, which recognizes that wellness is not solely the absence of mental illness but a balance of emotional, physical, and social well-being. With its diverse offerings and student- centered philosophy, D’Youville University is not just an academic institution, but a community committed to the health, success and happiness of every student. In today’s challenging world, it’s reassuring to know that our students are not navigating their mental health alone. To your good health! Dr. Lorrie Clemo President, D’Youville University Building a culture of mental health resiliency The Wellness Lodge at D’Youville University is just one of the offerings for students to focus on their mental health during their academic journey. Dr. Lorrie Clemo
