About D'Youville

D'Youville University is a private university located in Buffalo, New York, founded in 1908 by the Grey Nuns of the Sacred Heart. Originally established as a women's college, it has grown into a coeducational institution offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes across health sciences, business, education, and the liberal arts.

The university is named after Saint Marguerite d'Youville, the first Canadian-born saint, and maintains a mission rooted in serving the community and providing accessible education.

Where You'll Work

D'Youville sits on a compact urban campus at 320 Porter Avenue in Buffalo, on the city's west side near the Peace Bridge to Canada. Staff work primarily on-site, given the nature of university operations — teaching, administration, student services, and campus facilities management.

The Team

With approximately 860 employees, D'Youville has a diverse workforce spanning faculty, administrative staff, student services, IT, facilities, and leadership. The university attracts educators and professionals drawn to its mission of community service and accessible education.

The campus community is close-knit, reflecting D'Youville's roots as a smaller, mission-driven institution that values personal connections between staff, faculty, and students. The 4-day week has been a meaningful recruitment and retention tool, particularly for administrative and support staff.

Work-Life Balance

D'Youville operates a 4-day work week at 32 hours with full pay for staff. Introduced in 2023 by President Lorrie Clemo, the policy was designed to improve employee wellbeing, reduce burnout, and make the university a more attractive employer in a competitive higher education labour market. The decision was informed by research showing that shorter work weeks can maintain — and often improve — productivity.

The 4-day week applies to administrative and support staff, with academic schedules adjusted to accommodate the compressed format. D'Youville was a pioneer among US universities in adopting this model.

Perks & Benefits

At a Glance