BUFFALO, N.Y. — Earlier this month, D’Youville College became a university. Now, it seems a few other area colleges may not be far behind.
The state education department’s Board of Regents in January broadened its definition of a university, opening the door for more schools to potentially make the switch. A university designation can impact perceived prestige and enrollment, according to experts.
Daemen College applied late last month to the state education department to become a university and is awaiting approval, according to Daniel Robison, who is the director of institutional communication.
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