Utica Stories

Celebrating all things Utica this fall

There’s a big lineup of events slated for Utica University as the fall season approaches. The end of September brings...

On Campus

Professor Thomas Rossi acts as Macebearer, leading a procession of faculty down the sidewalk surrounded by cheering students.

On Campus

Marking 80 years of Academic Excellence at Utica’s 2026 Convocation Ceremony

“Provost Damiano, I declare the 2026-2027 academic year of Utica University to be in session.” With ceremonial mace in hand,...

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Students in orange t-shirts happily shout and wave their arms to greet newcomers to campus.

On Campus

Move-In Day 2026: A Welcoming Start to a New Academic Year

It was bright skies and even brighter smiles all around Utica University as a new class of Pioneers and their...

On Campus

Utica University to Mark 80th Anniversary with Recreation of 1946 Opening Ceremony

Eight decades after University’s founding, local leaders and community members will gather at the site where Utica University’s enduring partnership with the community began.

Jennifer Waters, woman with brown hair down past shoulders, in a black blazer, smiles at camera.

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Utica University Welcomes Jennifer Waters as Convocation Speaker

Jennifer Waters ’09, G’17, vice president for business development at New York State’s Governor’s Office of Semiconductor Expansion, Management, and...

Members of the cast and their puppet companions on the stage in Strebel Auditorium for Avenue Q.

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A long way from Sesame Street: Avenue Q takes the stage at Utica

Avenue Q is a long way from Sesame Street. The multiple Tony Award-winning musical comedy featuring puppets and human actors...

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Utica University celebrates banner fundraising year

Alumni, friends, and University partners gave more than $4.8 million in gifts in fiscal year 2025-26

University’s athletic training staff, Joann Zazula, Jessie Foote, Dawn Corbin, and Gwen Murphy.

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Office Spotlight: Athletic Training

Dedicated employees across the University are advancing the mission and future of Utica through their wide-ranging contributions, talents, and passion....

The Student Involvement and Leadership Team stand in front of a painted brick wall with an orange moose on it.

On Campus

Office Spotlight: Student Involvement and Leadership

Dedicated employees across the University are advancing the mission and future of Utica through their wide-ranging contributions, talents, and passion.