D’Youville is an institution with a rich history in higher education and a dedication to honoring our mission through every aspect of the student experience.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

D’Youville is an independent institution of higher education that offers baccalaureate and graduate programs to students of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.

D’Youville honors its Catholic heritage and the spirit of St. Marguerite d’Youville by providing academic, social, spiritual, and professional development in programs that emphasize leadership and service. D’Youville teaches students to contribute to the world community by leading compassionate, productive, and responsible lives.

Discover the History of D’Youville

FOUNDED IN 1908
The Grey Nuns founded D’Youville in 1908 and named it for their patron Saint Marie-Marguerite d’Youville.

It was the first college in Western New York to offer baccalaureate degree programs for women.

That first semester, nine women enrolled in the school’s liberal arts courses. Their classes were held in a four-story red brick academy. Today, it’s known as Koessler Administration Building, the core building of D’Youville.

D’Youville’s first nine students would not recognize their Alma Mater today. But they would no doubt be proud that their college has thrived and become a leader in higher education.

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