“���Ĺ��� is committed to increasing our student recruitment efforts to address the workforce needs and challenges facing our community,” said Jason Konesco, executive vice president, ���Ĺ���. “Bill’s experience will be a valuable asset as we can draw on his extensive strategic and tactical enrollment knowledge to develop ���Ĺ���’s long-term plans and enrollment goals.”

Sliwa brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in higher education, enrollment management and marketing to his new role with ������. He most recently served as a consultant with the National Association of College and University Business Officers working with multiple colleges on revenue development and budget building. Sliwa is also the owner of Enrollment & Revenue Solutions, where he has served in interim enrollment and admissions roles with Texas Southern University, Canisius University, Ferrum College, and Alfred University in recent years. Prior to that, he served in various enrollment positions at higher education institutions throughout the Mid-Atlantic.

Sliwa is a member of National Association for College Admission Counseling, New York State Association for College Admission Counseling, Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling, American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, and Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. He earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Buffalo State University.

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“Qualified veterinary technicians are needed now and the demand for these positions is only projected to increase into the future,” said Dr. Katherine Fitzgerald, dean of veterinary sciences, ���Ĺ���. “We 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.”

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

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Collegis empowers data-driven admissions and streamlines prospective student support

announced today a multi-year partnership with to advance its enrollment strategy and elevate the student experience. Through this collaboration, ���Ĺ��� will leverage Collegis’ and its platform to guide prospective students from inquiry to enrollment.

The partnership comes as ���Ĺ��� begins implementing its new three-year strategic plan, with a sharpened focus on increasing enrollment and creating a seamless, student-centered admissions process. 

“���Ĺ��� is looking forward to working with Collegis to help grow our enrollment in alignment with our mission.  Collegis has a proven track record of achieving results in higher education including revenue-growth, enrollment expertise and optimization of student experiences while having an ‘edu-preneurial’ mindset,” stated Jason Konesco, executive vice president at ���Ĺ���. “We chose Collegis for their ability to be a true partner working collaboratively with our team to create a tailored solution that will best reflect the needs of our institution.”

Collegis will serve as an extension of the ���Ĺ��� admissions team, providing personalized support and helping prospective students navigate their journey from initial inquiry to first contact to the first day of class. With just over 1,000 students across its South Buffalo location and Transit Achievement Center in Lancaster, ���Ĺ��� empowers students to achieve personal enrichment, dignity, and self-worth through education in various career-focused degree programs including healthcare, business, technology, veterinary sciences and the liberal arts. 

Earlier this year, ������ first connected with Collegis at the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU) Annual Meeting. Additional follow-up meetings, including a site visit from the Collegis team, solidified a shared vision for a collaborative, student-first approach.

At the core of this partnership is , Collegis’ integrated technology and analytics platform that empowers institutions to make data-informed decisions while extending operational capacity. Recently named a “cool tool” by EdTech Digest, with Connected Core, ���Ĺ��� will gain actionable insights into prospective student behavior, streamlined admissions workflows, and access to enrollment specialists trained to deliver high-quality student engagement.

“This partnership reflects what we do best: supporting institutions like ���Ĺ��� to help them grow in ways that honor their mission,” said Pat Green, vice president of enrollment solutions at Collegis Education. “We’re proud to bring data, tech, and talent to ���Ĺ���’s team and we are passionate about supporting the next generation of students preparing for careers of purpose and lives of service.”

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Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) in Biology, will fully prepare you for careers in science and medical research, pharmaceutical science and sales, health education, laboratory science and more. You’ll also be poised to continue your education in graduate or professional programs.

Talented managers and leaders are needed now more than ever. If you are ready to lead rather than follow, now is the time for a challenging and fulfilling career. ���Ĺ���’s Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) in Management program teaches you to lead others, build effective teams, develop your staff and work at a strategic level—skills that every organization needs.

Certificate in Medical Assisting will allow you to be job ready in just 10 months and is one of just a few such programs in New York State. Now more than ever, healthcare needs flexible employees with both clinical skills and business knowledge. Upon successful completion of our program, students will be eligible to take up to six (6) certification exams: Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist (CMRS), Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) and Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

“All new program offerings are based on market research, employer input and workforce demand,” said Dr. Allyson M. Lowe, vice president for academic affairs.

These programs complement ���Ĺ���’s focus on healthcare, business and technology. The new academic programs are available starting in Spring 2022. Applications are now being accepted.

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Students enrolling in ������ directly after graduation from any Western New York Catholic high school will receive a 20% tuition scholarship for the duration of their continuous enrollment at the college.

“Our Catholic and Mercy heritage is the foundation of all we do at ���Ĺ���,” said Chief Enrollment Officer Jacqueline Matheny. “���Ĺ��� believes that education makes possible a life of dignity and self-worth, and we’re excited to offer this scholarship opportunity to those looking to continue their educational journey in a supportive, career-focused environment.”

���Ĺ��� offers certificate, associate degree and bachelor degree programs in healthcare, business, hospitality and technology. The ���Ĺ��� community follows in the footsteps of its founding Sisters of Mercy as the institution “meets the unmet need” for students and prepares them for their future professions in growing industries. This occurs through a high level of support, immersive clinical and service learning opportunities, and one-on-one attention from dedicated faculty and staff.

The Catholic high school discount is on tuition only and is applied minus any state, institutional and outside grants/scholarships. Eligible students must maintain a 2.0 GPA. This scholarship will go into effect for students entering ������ in the fall 2019 semester.

For more information regarding the Catholic School Scholarship, contact the ������ Admissions Office at 716-827-2545 or info@trocaire.edu.

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