Dean of Students Office

Dean of Students Tomas Aguirre meets with students in One World Cafe.

The Dean of Students Office provides assistance and support to students in navigating a complex university life so that UB students can flourish during their time here.

Dean of Students Team

A seasoned team of multidisciplinary professionals provide direct support to students and advise faculty, staff, parents, and partners in student success.

Dean of Students

  • Tomás A. Aguirre, EdD, Dean of Students

Professional Staff

  • Colleen Connolly, MS, Director for Student Support and Resources
  • Benjamin Fabian, MS, Associate Director for Student Support and Resources
  • Katie DeStefano, MEd, Student Support Coordinator
  • Elise Lang, MSW, Student Support Coordinator
  • Brianna Bengert, MSW, Blue Table Coordinator
  • Carmella Marinaccio, Administrative Assistant

Graduate Assistants

  • Ciara Harrington, MSW, JD Candidate, Emergency Fund Coordinator

Contact

Dean of Students Office

Student Life

University at Buffalo
315 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260

Phone: (716) 645-2982; Fax: (716) 645-2260

Email the Office
Meet the Dean of Students
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Hours:

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Announcements

Featured Support Services

  • Bias-Related Concerns
    8/26/22
    If you have been the victim of a bias-related incident — or you know of an incident that has occurred — we encourage you to take the appropriate steps. 
  • Emergency Funds
    4/16/25
    Unanticipated circumstances can prevent students from continuing their education and achieving academic success. UB has unique resources to connect students to emergency funding. 
  • Food Support
    2/6/25
    Consistent access to food is a necessary part of being a successful, healthy student. Should you experience an unanticipated hardship or emergency, we can help connect you to groceries.
  • Good Samaritan Policy
    7/25/23
    The Good Samaritan Policy eliminates disciplinary consequences for you and the people you are with if you call for help when drinking or using drugs. 
  • Students of Concern
    12/9/24
    Being part of the UB community means that we take care of one another, especially when someone needs help. If you are concerned about a student and not sure where to turn, the Dean of Students Office is here to assist.
  • Victim Assistance
    9/13/22
    If you’ve been affected by a crime, we’re here to help you make a report and connect to supportive resources.

Dean of Students Units

The Dean of Students provides leadership to four Student Life units that each offer distinctive help and care to UB students.

  • Accessibility Resources
    4/7/25
    Accessibility Resources coordinates reasonable accommodations for equitable access to UB for students with disabilities.
  • Intercultural and Diversity Center
    7/31/23
    The IDC is committed to supporting all students at UB by creating a  sense of belonging and celebrating our differences just as we celebrate our commonalities.
  • Student Conduct
    12/19/24
    Student Conduct helps maintain a safe campus by enforcing rules and regulations, managing conduct, and assisting students with navigating questions or concerns.
  • Veteran Services
    3/25/25
    Veteran Services helps student veterans transition into civilian life, as they learn more about balancing college with other life obligations.

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