Lynn has a long record of involvement in Western New York community service. Some of the many awards recognizing her wide-ranging contributions include the Erie Community College Faculty Federation ‘Friend of Education’ (1999); Crisis Services Commendation (1998); Town of Tonawanda Democratic Committee Woman of the Year (1997); Business First “40 Under Forty” (1993); ECC Coalition Against Family Violence Distinguished Achievement (1992); and the Business and Professional Women Young Careerist Award (1991).
Margaret (Meg) Quinn ’73: Toy Theatre Company Founder. (Started on Campus)
Margaret (Meg) Quinn ‘73, is artistic director of the Theatre of Youth (TOY) Company in Buffalo. TOY describes its mission as that of a non-profit theater company dedicated to “the enhancement of life in the community through the enrichment, education, and entertainment of young audiences.”
It all started in 1973 with Rosary Hill College following her graduation. The theatre group began at Rosary Hill when two professors decided to start a children’s theater and invited Meg – a senior at the time – to join.
“TOY grew out of the mind and thoughts of Rosary Hill,” says Meg. “The company literally started in a closet, on the second floor of Daemen Theatre. We had a broom closet, a manual typewriter, a file cabinet, and a chair. We held garage sales to raise money, and kept the earnings in a cigar box under my desk.”
TOY is now in its 33rd year of delighting elementary school-age children; Quinn has been involved for 21 of those years, and has earned a Graduate degree from the International Studies for Creativity program at Buffalo State College. (Combined with her foundation in theatre from Rosary Hill, and her affinity for acting, writing, and the magic of children’s special spirit, it has helped her lead TOY to the strong community profile it enjoys today.)
FAST FACTS
Mission The mission of Daemen College is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly complex world. Founded on the principle that education should elevate human dignity and foster civic responsibility and compassion, the college seeks to integrate the intellectual qualities acquired through study of the liberal arts with the education necessary for professional accomplishment. This integration, which recognizes equal value in liberal studies and professional programs, aims at preparing graduates who are dedicated to the health and well-being of both their local and global communities.
With a Daemen education, students will acquire the skills to solve problems creatively and think critically. They will be comfortable with diversity and will recognize the importance of a global perspective. They will be able to work with others and be invigorated by environments that present challenges and demand innovation. Daemen students are expected to be active participants in their own education and informed citizens who understand that learning is a life-long journey.
At the heart of Daemen’s integrated learning experience is the relationship that can develop between the college’s faculty and its students. Daemen prides itself on maintaining a student-centered atmosphere and a close professional and collaborative association among all members of the college community. Assisted by a supportive faculty, Daemen students are encouraged to pursue goals beyond their initial expectations, to respond to academic challenges, and to develop habits of mind that enrich their lives and their community.
Location Amherst, New York.
Student Profile Approximately 2,000 undergraduate students (27% male, 73% female); 14% minority, 1% international; approximately 900 graduate students.
Faculty Profile Approximately 260 full/part time faculty members 15:1 student/faculty ratio. Average class size is 19.
Residence Life Moderately residential: 40% of students live on campus.
Athletics NAIA, American Mideast Conference (AMC). Men’s: basketball, track and field, cross country, soccer, golf Women’s: basketball, track and field, cross country, soccer, volleyball Club sports: cheerleading, indoor soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, rugby, ice hockey. More casual athletes take part in intramural sports and stay fit in the exercise and weight rooms.
Activity/Club/Organization Types Academic honors, film/photography/visual arts, Greek life (national), health and fitness, hobbies, media (newspaper, radio, yearbook, etc.), minority/ethnic, outdoors/environmental, performance (theater/dance/mime), professional interest/academic subject, politics, religious/spiritual, service, support groups, student events/campus programming, student government, women’s/gender studies.
Center for Veterans and Veteran Family Services Provides a comprehensive support system for post secondary education. Including admissions, financial, academic, career, physical, and social needs.
Costs and Aid 2010-2011: $21,460 for tuition and fees. Over 90% of our full-time undergraduate students receive financial assistance. Average Award: $20,100.
Financial Information Alumni give rate 12%; Endowment $5.9 million
Select Distinctions
In February 2011 Daemen was recognized for contributions of time, energy, and longstanding support to the Buffalo-area Engineering Awareness for Minorities (BEAM) at the Annual BEAM Volunteer Awards.
In November 2010 Daemen was awarded a grant of $1,425,600.00 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to provide support for advanced nursing students. The Advanced Nursing Education Expansion grant is designed to increase the number of primary health care providers in the United States as part of the health care reform.
Daemen College was named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the past three years.
The Research and Information Commons which opened in January of 2009 is a state of the art library/information/research center. The building is a LEED certified building.
98% of Daemen Physician Assistant students pass the NCCPA Certification exam on the first attempt as compared to 90-92% nationally.
Daemen’s Physical Therapy students have a first time pass rate on the National Physical Therapist Examination above both New York State and national averages with a current Three Year Weighted Average Ultimate Pass Rate of 100%.
Buffalo has been named a top collegiate destination, according to the American Institute for Economic Research.
In 2008, Daemen College was one of 119 institutions across the United States to be selected for the Carnegie Foundation Community Service Engagement Classification.
Daemen was awarded the Presidential Points of Light National Service Award for students’ volunteer work and service learning activities.
Daemen athletics has won nine American Mideast Conference North titles in the past eight years.
Founded and operates the Center for Chronic Wound Research and Education
Founded and operates the Thomas Reynolds Center for Special Education Programs and After School Programs
Founded and operates the Center for Sustainable Communities and Civic Engagement
Founded and headquarters for the Interdisciplinary Consortium for Global Health
Founding members of the Consortium for Innovative Learning Environments in Learning
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