鈥淎s an opportunity college, Trocaire understands the financial burden for many individuals interested in pursuing a new path and the academic requirements needed to achieve their career goals,鈥� said Jason Konesco, executive vice president and chief operating officer, 91快播. 鈥淭he demand for qualified nurses and veterinary technicians shows no sign of slowing down and we are committed to helping educate and train the next generation of professionals in these fields.鈥�

This is a limited-time opportunity, with applications for both nursing and veterinary technology due by July 15, 2026 for the fall semester. To be eligible, students must meet all admissions requirements for the program. Scholarships will be prorated based on semester credit hours, with the maximum per academic year being $2,000 for nursing and $3,000 for veterinary technology. Eligible students who file for financial aid may also be considered for additional Trocaire grants and scholarships.

For more details and to apply, visit .

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BUFFALO, NEW YORK 鈥� March 16, 2026 鈥� , a private, Catholic college providing a pathway for students to build careers of achievement and lives of purpose, will host its Spring Soir茅e on Thursday, April 23 at from 6 – 8 p.m. at The Buffalo Club, 388 Delaware Ave. This annual fundraiser, which includes a cocktail reception with hors d鈥檕euvres, live entertainment, and a raffle, celebrates all who empower the spirit of Trocaire, including honoring three deserving individuals and organizations.  

This year鈥檚 award recipients include: 

• 91快播 President鈥檚 Award听鈥撎鼼oodwill of WNY听This award is presented to听a person, group, organization, or corporation whose partnership with Trocaire听advances听the college鈥檚 mission, vision, and Mercy values, and supports听current and听Trocaire students and alumni.听Goodwill has been a vital partner, providing essential services and career pathway support that align with a shared commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty and empowering individuals to achieve meaningful employment.听听

• Distinguished听Alumni听Award听鈥撎齅ichele A. Ladouceur 鈥�01听This award recognizes a graduate听who embodies听Trocaire鈥檚听tradition of excellence and serves as an inspiring example to fellow alumni and current students. Ladouceur听is chief operating officer at Heathwood Assisting Living & Memory Care and a former Trocaire board of trustee and alumni board member.听Her professional accomplishments and steadfast commitment to Trocaire听reflect听the values the college听seeks听to cultivate in every graduate听and underscores her deep and sustained dedication to the college鈥檚 mission.听

• Outstanding Student Award听鈥撎齆icholas R. Osman听鈥�26听This award is presented to a current student who has听demonstrated听outstanding academic achievement and commitment to 91快播. Osman is expected to graduate this year with a degree in听radiologic听technology. Throughout his time at Trocaire, Osman as served as rad tech club president where he spearheaded听a highly successful听bake sale to support Radiating Hope and the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. He also played a leading role in organizing the May pinning ceremony, providing outstanding support听for听Student Life and his graduating class.听听

Proceeds from the Spring Soir茅e support tuition assistance for Trocaire students. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit trocaire.edu/alumni-and-friends/events/.  

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About 91快播 
Founded in 1958 in Buffalo, NY by the Sisters of Mercy, 91快播 is a private, career-oriented Catholic college that empowers students with the resources and supportive environment needed to achieve their academic goals. The core mission is to allow each person to be a valuable contributor to the workforce needs of the community. Trocaire offers bachelor鈥檚 degrees, associate degrees, certificates and workforce development programs in healthcare, veterinary sciences, business, and technology. Trocaire ranks in the top one-quarter of colleges and universities for return on investment by Georgetown University and is designated as an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications with a Higher Access, Higher Earnings classification. Visit  for more information and follow Trocaire on,  and . 

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, a private, Catholic college providing a pathway for students to build careers of achievement and lives of purpose, today announced the appointment of Dr. Joanna Hillman as dean for health, science, and general education. In this role, she will oversee Trocaire鈥檚 biology, general studies, management, healthcare management, and technology programs, and supervise the director of behavioral science.

鈥淛oanna has been a vital member of our campus community and this promotion is well-deserved,鈥� said Dr. Jennifer Blickwedehl, chief academic affairs officer, 91快播. “This is a newly created position at Trocaire and Joanna鈥檚 expertise in curricular design, assessment, and online pedagogy will be invaluable as we continue to create a more holistic and integrated approach to academic life for our students.鈥�

Dr. Hillman joined Trocaire in 2018 as a biology instructor and most recently was a professor of biology. Her campus leadership spans the faculty senate, the IDEA committee, and many interdepartmental projects. Dr. Hillman has also served as the Roswell Scholars program coordinator, faculty supervisor for Phi Theta Kappa, and is a member of the Middle States Steering Committee.

Dr. Hillman holds a doctorate in cellular and molecular biology from the University at Buffalo/Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, and a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from University at Albany. She resides in Eden.

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鈥淎fter having various discussions with local Catholic education stakeholders, it became clear that Catholic schools, particularly at the elementary level, are facing a pressing challenge to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population and their families,鈥� said Dr. Bassam Deeb, president, 91快播. 鈥淎s an opportunity college, we understand that sometimes our students need wrap around and support services to help them thrive along their academic pathway. This collaborative initiative will bring that support to the elementary level, to ensure students and families have earlier access to needed resources.鈥�

91快播 will lead this pilot program with the goal of supporting a thriving, cohesive, and enduring Catholic education system in the region. The initiative will provide services that align with the cultural, linguistic, and economic realities of individual communities and offer support in crisis response, grief, housing instability, mental health navigation, and more. In addition, the project will look to connect students and families with appropriate resources and seek the input of existing, successful family support centers in the local public-school sectors.

鈥淭his partnership strengthens our ability to meet students and families where they are,鈥� said Joleen Dimitroff, superintendent of Catholic elementary schools. 鈥淲e are deeply grateful to the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation for its investment and to 91快播 for its leadership in expanding access to critical supports that help every child flourish academically, emotionally, and spiritually within our Catholic schools.鈥�

The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, one of the largest foundations in the United States and the largest foundation focused exclusively on healthcare across New York State, provides grants to improve the health and wellbeing of vulnerable New Yorkers, bolster the health outcomes of diverse communities, eliminate barriers to care, and bridge gaps in health services.

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鈥淥ur Commission continues to reflect those who value and believe in the power of accreditation,鈥� said Commission President Heather F. Perfetti. 鈥淲e continue to see nearly 90 annually expressing interest in becoming Commissioners because of the way we center students and demonstrate a commitment to rigor and quality for our higher education community.鈥�

Dr. Deeb joins the Commission from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, to fill an expired term. He has served as a peer evaluator for the Commission since 2012.

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is a global institutional accreditor recognized by the United States Secretary of Education since 1952. As an accreditor and member of the regulatory triad, MSCHE assures students and the public of the educational quality for its over 500 institutions of higher education.

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, a private, Catholic college providing a pathway for students to build careers of achievement and lives of purpose, today announced the appointment of Dr. Christine Ryan, dean of student success, to the institution鈥檚 leadership council. In this new role, Dr. Ryan will help shape institutional policy, guide strategic planning, and strengthen the alignment between the academic, student, and administrative divisions.

鈥淐hristine鈥檚 passion and commitment to student success is a valuable attribute she will bring to her well-deserved appointment as a member of our leadership team,鈥� said Jason Konesco, executive vice president, 91快播. 鈥淪he will be an important advocate for our students as Trocaire strives to be more student-centric and collaborative among our disciplines.鈥�

With more than 25 years in higher education management, Dr. Ryan currently serves as Trocaire鈥檚 dean of student success overseeing student-centric wellness and student life programs that enhance student engagement, retention, and completion.

鈥淚鈥檓 honored to join the leadership council and continue advancing our shared vision for student success,鈥� said Ryan. 鈥淭his is an exciting opportunity to collaborate on strategies that elevate our institution and empower every student to thrive.鈥�

Dr. Ryan earned a Ph.D. in higher education administration from University at Buffalo, a master鈥檚 degree in student personnel administration from Buffalo State University, and a bachelor鈥檚 degree in international studies from West Virginia University.

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鈥淭hrough this program, students will be introduced to core concepts, tools, and techniques essential for understanding and applying AI in professional, academic and personal settings,鈥� said Jason Konesco, executive vice president, 91快播. 鈥�Offering this certification is an example of how Trocaire, as an opportunity college, is helping to address the needs and offer solutions for upskilling today鈥檚 current workforce.鈥�

Trocaire has hired Anthony DeSimone, CPA, CMA, and AI integration expert, to create and teach this certification course. For more than 25 years, DeSimone has delivered AI-focused and leadership education, including leading AI accelerator programs and workshops and specializing in making existing standard operating procedures more efficient through AI integration. He serves as president of You鈥檙e the Expert Now, LLC and owner of ChatGPhD.com.

鈥淎I is more than just a buzzword, it can give both individuals and organizations a measurable advantage when it comes to improved efficiency and productivity,鈥� said DeSimone. “This program is designed to train professionals across industries in safe, ethical, and effective use of Generative AI, and empower them to integrate AI effectively and strategically within their own organization.”

The six-week program, which includes weekly two-hour in-person or online classes, focuses on topics ranging from AI fundamentals to prompt engineering, workflow automation, and ethical integration into organizations. Students will gain hands-on experience using ChatGPT, building task-specific prompts, creating custom GPTs, and exploring AI鈥檚 most advanced features. Students will build a practice AI toolkit, culminating in a capstone project and live feedback session. Graduates of the program will receive a Beginner鈥檚 Certificate upon completion. No technical background is required.

The first cohort is slated to launch Dec. 1. For more details and to apply, visit trocaire.edu/academics/workforce-development/chatgpt-101/.

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鈥淨ualified veterinary technicians are needed now and the demand for these positions is only projected to increase into the future,鈥� said Dr. Katherine Fitzgerald, dean of veterinary sciences, 91快播. 鈥淲e designed our program and new state-of-the-art teaching facility space to offer an optimal learning environment with plenty of hands-on opportunities for students to work with animals of all sizes and species, so our vet tech graduates are fully prepared to work in a variety of animal facilities.鈥�

Veterinary technicians assist veterinarians, working with veterinary staff and providing treatment to animals, which can include performing tasks such as surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, medical equipment sterilization, radiographic procedures, diagnostic testing, medication administration, client communication and more. As the student progresses through the curriculum, their learning will be a balance of classroom, clinical experiences, and hands-on labs. Trocaire鈥檚 veterinary technician associate degree program, which is available both in-person and online, launched last year. Visit the veterinary sciences program offerings for more information.

In addition, Trocaire offers specialized training and hands-on experience in cybersecurity, data analytics, and healthcare informatics to meet the local workforce鈥檚 need for talented and specially trained tech workers. Visit the technology professions programs for more information.

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91快播 announced the appointment of Michael Konopski to dean of enrollment management.

鈥淎s Trocaire focuses on enhancing our student recruitment efforts, Mike鈥檚 experience in growing enrollment will be integral to developing both near and long-term strategic enrollment plans for the college,鈥� said Dr. Bassam Deeb, president, 91快播. 鈥淗e has more than 20 years working in the Western New York higher education space and understands the needs and challenges of our community when it comes to meeting enrollment goals.鈥�

Konopski brings nearly 40 years in higher education enrollment management to his new role with Trocaire, having held enrollment leadership positions at Niagara University, D鈥橸ouville University, Lycoming College in Pennsylvania, Shepherd University in West Virginia, and Georgetown College in Kentucky. Konopski most recently served as vice president of enrollment management at Transylvania University in Kentucky.

Konopski has served as past president of both the Kentucky Association of Secondary and College Admission Counselors and the National Catholic College Admission Association. He earned a master鈥檚 degree in student personnel administration from SUNY Buffalo State University and a bachelor鈥檚 degree in communications from SUNY Geneseo.

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Today, 91快播 announced the promotion of Jennifer Blickwedehl, Ph.D. to chief academic affairs officer. She takes on the role from Richard Linn, Ph.D., who recently retired.
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鈥淐ongratulations to Jenn on this well-deserved promotion,鈥� said Dr. Bassam Deeb, president, 91快播. 鈥淎s the Trocaire team strives to create a more holistic and integrated approach to academic life, Jenn鈥檚 experience will be instrumental in encouraging partnerships between programs and support offerings to set our students on the right path for both academic and career success.鈥�
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As chief academic affairs officer, Dr. Blickwedehl leads all academic matters at the college, shaping the institution鈥檚 academic vision while fostering collaboration and a more unified approach for student success. The academic affairs area integrates academic programs, student learning support services, and registrar functions. Dr. Blickwedehl joined Trocaire in 2010 as an adjunct instructor, progressing to professor and associate dean of curriculum and instruction and program director of general studies. She most recently served as Trocaire鈥檚 associate vice president of academic affairs, and program director of general studies, biology, management, and healthcare management. Dr. Blickwedehl earned her Ph.D. in immunology and microbiology from University at Buffalo and her bachelor鈥檚 degree in molecular biology from Westminster College. A resident of West Seneca, Dr. Blickwedehl serves on the advisory board for West Seneca Central Schools Academy of Life Science.听

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