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The Amherst Chamber of Commerce is proud to serve the education sector of our Western New York community. Our area is very fortunate to have these well-established institutions that provide degrees, certifications and apprenticeships to all types of industry and career pathways.

This communication highlights some of the important programs and events that are upcoming while providing you with resources to connect with them.

Included in this edition:

American Association of University Women (AAUW)

Bryant & Stratton College

Daemen University

SBDC SUNY Buffalo State

Sweet Home Central School District

Trocaire College

UB Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Western Governors University

Williamsville Central School District

WNY Association of College Career Centers, Inc. (WNYACCC)

WNY Dyslexia Specialists, LLC

Daemen University Inspires and Prepares Future Leaders

Daemen University’s Leadership and Innovation Master’s program is the perfect graduate path for aspiring leaders who are passionate about unifying teams, bridging communication gaps, and making their mark on organizations.

The Leadership and Innovation program is a 36-credit program that can be completed in just 24 months. Through a mix of virtual learning and a weekly in-person evening class, students will hone communication and critical thinking skills that position them as thought leaders in their fields.

Daemen alum and Assistant Director of Branding, Design, and Digital Content, Shelby Janczyk ‘18, ‘26, gained much more than she expected from the program, saying, “I enrolled in the Leadership and Innovation program to strengthen my leadership skills, but it ultimately reshaped how I think about collaboration, problem-solving, and impact within organizations.”

Leadership and Innovation students customize their research project/thesis and complete the specialization leadership course in one of four specialty tracks: business, health professions, higher education, or social impact organizations.

For more information about the Leadership and Innovation, M.S. program or to apply, visit daemen.edu/leadership.

Sweet Home Dollars for Scholars is a 501c3 organization whose mission is to offer scholarship opportunities to Sweet Home Senior High School graduating seniors who demonstrate the desire and academic ability to succeed in pursuing a post-secondary education.

In 1989, the then superintendent of Sweet Home Schools, Dr. James N. Finch, presented information to a group of people about a national organization called the Citizen's Scholarship Foundation of America (CSFA). After studying the information, the committee agreed to start a Sweet Home Chapter of Dollars for Scholars. The major reason the committee decided to affiliate with CSFA was the fact that several colleges and universities provided matching grants to students if a scholarship was from Dollars for Scholars - an opportunity that still exists today, 30 years later.

In its first year of existence, the Sweet Home Chapter of Dollars for Scholars awarded one scholarship in the amount of $500. Since then, the amount of scholarship money given directly from Sweet Home Dollars for Scholars has grown to $24,000 which was awarded to the Class of 2025. In addition, the total of monetary awards coming under the Dollars for Scholars umbrella has risen from $500 in 1989 to the over $100,000 that was given to the class of 2024. Since its beginning in 1989, Sweet Home Dollars for Scholars has awarded over $1.5 million in scholarships to Sweet Home High School seniors.

Community members, business or organizations can create a scholarship through a very simple process with Dollars for Scholars. No amount is too small as we have scholarships that range from $250 - $8,000 annually. If you are interested in creating a scholarship to support a Sweet Home senior through Dollars for Scholars, please contact Donald Feldmann, chairperson, at (716) 250-1406 or via email at dfeldmann@sweethomeschools.org.

UB CEL is currently filling the following programs:

1. Core: A 10-month program for business owners of established businesses to overcome challenges and uncover new growth opportunities. The program begins in September and they have upcoming open houses for business owners to learn more about the program and hear from alumni. Registration can be found here.
2. Key Persons Leadership Development: A 7-week program, beginning March 3, for emerging leaders within small business. This program provides employees the crucial tools necessary to become confident leaders. Learn more here.
3. Mastering Your Financial Reports: A 7-week financial deep dive, beginning March 3, for business owners and key decision-makers to become better equipped with the knowledge needed to lead a business to financial success. Learn more here.
4. Mastery Forum: An exclusive, invite-only monthly program for top level executives to navigate business challenges and execute strategic initiatives within a confidential, professionally facilitated, peer-driven forum. Learn more here.

The Williamsville Education Foundation, Inc., in partnership with the Williamsville Central School District, is establishing a Williamsville Alumni Association for graduates of Williamsville East, Williamsville North, and Williamsville South/Williamsville High School. Please be sure to sign up and connect with classmates, colleagues, and professionals from around the world! The Williamsville Education Foundation also sponsors the Wall of Fame, which showcases graduates from our public schools who have made significant contributions to their chosen profession and to their community.

Since it was created in 2000, more than 100 individuals have been inducted into the Williamsville Wall of Fame. These accomplished alumni represent the District’s three high schools as well as the original Williamsville High School, which dates back to the early 20th century. The honorees serve as role models for today’s students by demonstrating the importance of school, the power of learning, and by inspiring an attitude of success.

Western New York Teacher Recruitment Day

Tuesday, March 24th, 2026

8am to 4 pm

Niagara Falls Convention Center

Join WNYACCC for an in-person interview job fair!

WNY Dyslexia Specialists provides evidence-based, structured literacy instruction for children and adolescents with dyslexia and related language-based learning differences. Founded by educator and Orton-Gillingham interventionist Jennifer Hoffman (pictured), the organization has supported families across Western New York for nearly a decade through individualized instruction, collaboration with schools, and parent education. Our mission is to ensure that every learner has access to instruction that builds confident, capable readers.

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