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Canisius is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the U.S. and consistently ranked among the top institutions in the Northeast.

Canisius College is the premier private university in Western New York, one of 27 Jesuit, Catholic colleges in the nation, and is consistently ranked among the top regional colleges in the Northeast. Founded in 1870 by German Jesuits, Canisius College is named for St. Peter Canisius, a renowned Dutch educator and one of the original members of the Society of Jesus. What began in a single building in downtown Buffalo now consists of 56 buildings located on 72 acres in a residential neighborhood in North-Central Buffalo.

10/30/2026

Happy Halloween eve! How many did you get right? 👻

10/29/2026

The FAFSA won’t fill itself out, but it could earn you $1,000 a year. 💸

When you complete the FAFSA, identify Canisius on your application and are admitted, you can receive $1,000 per year for up to four years. Take the next step toward your future at Canisius! Learn more about FAFSA here. 🎓🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6L7p

10/28/2026

Last week, the IMPACT Center hosted the Celebration of Faculty Scholarship event! This event showcased the diverse research, creative works, and scholarly achievements of Canisius faculty through engaging presentations and interactive displays. Students had the chance to connect with faculty and explore their work up close! 💛📊🎓

10/28/2026

Fall colors on campus.💛🍂

10/28/2026

GIVEAWAY TIME‼️

To be entered into our Golden Griffin Prize Pack giveaway you MUST do the following:

- Like this post
- Tag 3 friends
- Repost on your story
- Follow us on Instagram and TikTok (go_griffs)

The winner will be announced at halftime of the Men’s Basketball Home Opener vs Saint Bonaventure, Saturday November 7th at 7 p.m.

**YOU MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE TO WIN**

Entries will close Friday November 6th at 11:59 p.m. Get sharing, liking, commenting, and following!!🦅

10/28/2026

Canisius junior Emma Isroff put down a team-high 13 kills to help lead the host Golden Griffins to a 3-1 victory over Niagara in Metro Conference volleyball action Tuesday night at the Koessler Athletic Center. The Griffs took the match by set scores of 27-25, 25-15, 22-25, 25-23.

10/27/2026

A college application fee? Not here. Apply to Canisius University for FREE and take the first step toward your future. Applications are open! Ready to become a Griff? Apply through Canisius or the Common App! 🎓🤩🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6HU6

10/26/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 💗 The Canisius dance team showed their support at the 2026 Making Strides Walk, powered by the American Cancer Society, cheering on survivors, honoring fighters, and coming together to support the community.

Griffluencer Briana takes us along for a look at the team dancing, spreading positivity, and showing their support for an important cause!

10/24/2026

No two days look the same for Sarah Lynch ’24! As an assistant vice president and communications specialist at M&T Bank, she puts her Canisius skills to work in everything from social media and data analysis to filming surprise visits from Buffalo Bills players! 💰🏈

Want to see where her Canisius experience has taken her? Read Sarah’s story! 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21x6E3D

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2001 Main Street
Buffalo, NY
14208

Website

http://www.canisius.edu/

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