Medaille...A Brief Profile

Medaille College is a dynamic, private, four-year college committed to serving the higher education needs of Western and Central New York, and Southern Ontario. The College is located within the historic Olmsted Crescent in the heart of Buffalo, New York, with branch campuses in Amherst and Rochester. The Institution is known for its flexible delivery systems, offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate degrees through day, evening, and weekend programs.

One of the fastest growing colleges in the country, Medaille’s enrollment (approximately 2,500 students in Fall 2003) has increased more than 190% since 1995. Building on that success, the College has become an economic engine in the community, investing $27 million in physical plant enhancements in the past three years. Recent capital construction has included the building of two on-campus residence halls, expansion of the Kevin I. Sullivan Campus Center, renovation of Huber Hall Library, addition of technologically enhanced “smart” classrooms, remodeling of two campus homes for the Admissions and Advancement Offices, and installation of a new main parking lot and quadrangle.

Medaille’s recent growth has resulted from the advent of two branch campuses, the implementation of graduate programs, and the creation of innovative undergraduate programs that meet the needs of a diverse student population. Currently, 20% of the College’s students are represented as minorities. At Medaille, students are attracted to established programs in education, business, criminal justice, and media/communications. In addition, the unique-to-the-area programs in sports management, veterinary technology, and visual and digital arts have proven popular. Graduate programs in business, education, mental health counseling, organizational leadership, and psychology round out the set of degree offerings. Nearly 100% of the College’s graduates find employment or continue on to graduate school within a year of graduation.

The College prides itself on a strong, dedicated faculty. Within the past year, faculty members have been awarded major research grants through such organizations as the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health. Medaille has been dedicated to bringing experienced faculty and staff on board for fast-growing degree programs and student support services. In addition, the College boasts a vibrant student life, offering a wide variety of extracurricular activities and opportunities for involvement. A member of the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference, Medaille fields 11 NCAA Division III athletic teams for men and women.

Joseph W. Bascuas, Ph.D., Medaille's President

Dr. Bascuas is the fifth president of Medaille College, of Buffalo, New York, beginning his tenure at the Institution on July 1, 2002.

Prior to joining Medaille, he was Vice President of the Argosy Education Group – Argosy University, a publicly traded for profit provider of educational programs, consisting of the American Schools of Professional Psychology, the University of Sarasota, the Medical Institute of Minnesota, Primetech Institute, John Marshall Law School, and Western States University College of Law. In September 2001, the American Schools of Professional Psychology, the University of Sarasota, and the Medical Institute of Minnesota were combined to form Argosy University.

In addition to his role as Vice President of the Argosy Education Group, Dr. Bascuas served as Regional Vice President; Interim CEO/Provost, University of Sarasota; and Campus President and Professor of Argosy University of Atlanta, Georgia.

Born in Havana, Cuba, in 1948, Dr. Bascuas holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and an M.A. in Psychology from Temple University. He earned his B.A. in Psychology from LaSalle University.