Staff

Our highly experienced leadership team provides strategic insight and guidance for all of Student Life, while departmental directors focus on specific areas of service.

Leadership Team

  • Brian Hamluk, PhD, vice president of Student Life.

    Brian Hamluk, EdD

    Vice President for Student Life

    Providing oversight and leadership to the units within Student Life to ensure students have the support and resources they need to thrive at the university and beyond.

    University at Buffalo
    520 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6404

  • Christina Hernandez headshot.

    Christina Hernandez

    Senior Associate Vice President, Student Life

    Providing leadership for divisional finance, human resources, and space planning/management for Student Life.

    University at Buffalo
    407 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-3170

  • Tomas Aguirre headshot.

    Tomás Aguirre, PhD

    Dean of Students

    Responsible for the day-to-day management of many Student Life units, helping to shape the campus experience for countless students, faculty and staff.

    University at Buffalo
    315 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2982

  • John Lambert headshot.

    John Lambert

    Senior Director; Marketing, Communications & External Engagement

    Providing leadership and institutional-level guidance to the internal and external marketing initiatives within Student Life.

    University at Buffalo
    252 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-3602

  • Headshot of Sharon Mitchell.

    Sharon Mitchell, PhD

    Senior Director, Student Wellness; Director, Counseling Services

    Helping UB students manage college — and life — by promoting student wellbeing and academic success with an emphasis on health promotion, emotional and mental support, and the delivery of high quality medical services.

    University at Buffalo
    120 Richmond Quad
    Buffalo, NY 14261

    Phone: (716) 645-2720 or 829-5800

  • Trung Nguyen headshot.

    Trung Nguyen, Ed.D

    Assistant Vice President for Student Engagement and Success; Interim Director - Career Design Center

    Developing and implementing a student experience that builds community, satisfaction, affinity and a sense of belonging.

    University at Buffalo
    150 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6026

  • Erin O'Brien headshot.
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    Erin O'Brien

    Chief Student Retention Innovation Officer

    Charged with developing and executing a comprehensive, university-wide Student Experience (SX) strategy, creating an effective student First Year Experience (FYE), and improving university student retention rates.

    University at Buffalo
    524A Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-3396

  • Lisa Bolt headshot.

    Lisa T. Bolt

    Administrative Assistant to the Vice President

    Office of the Vice President for Student Life

    University at Buffalo
    520 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6404

  • Carmella Marinaccio headshot.

    Carmella Marinaccio

    Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students

    Office of the Vice President for Student Life

    University at Buffalo
    315 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2982

Directors

  • Kevin Ahuna headshot.

    Kevin Ahuna, PhD

    Director, Intercultural and Diversity Center

    Supporting all students on campus and creating a strong sense of belonging by celebrating differences as proudly as we celebrate commonalities.

    University at Buffalo
    240 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2434

  • Matthew Ardila-Weigand headshot.

    Matt Ardila-Weigand, PhD

    Director, Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs

    Making the transition to UB easier by connecting new students with the people and resources they need to succeed.

    University at Buffalo
    112 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6125

  • Eric Blackledge headshot.

    Eric Blackledge

    Executive Director, Campus Dining and Shops

    Meeting the varied needs of the UB community through innovative restaurants, convenient shopping options, and the multipurpose UB Card.

    University at Buffalo
    146 Fargo Quad
    Buffalo, NY 14261

    Phone: (716) 645-2521

  • Hadar Borden headshot.

    Hadar Borden

    Program Director, Startup and Innovation Collaboratory; and WNY Prosperity Fellowship Program

    Introducing entrepreneurship as a viable career path through coaching, venture creation support and fellowship opportunities.

    University at Buffalo
    340 Student Union
    Buffalo, New York 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-8111

  • Colleen Connolly headshot.

    Colleen Connolly

    Director, Student Support and Resources

    Coordinating institutional response and support for student concerns and guidance to partners in student success.

    University at Buffalo
    315 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2982

  • Phyllis Floro headshot.

    Phyllis Floro

    Director, Student Engagement

    Giving students the opportunity to make positive change by developing an understanding of themselves, others and their community through active citizenship.

    University at Buffalo
    150 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6469

  • Kesha Foster headshot.

    Kesha Foster

    Director of Human Resources and Unit Diversity Officer

    University at Buffalo
    407 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2376

  • Headshot for Brian Haggarty.

    Brian Haggerty

    Director of Residential Life, Campus Living

    Creating dynamic residential communities — including residence halls and apartments — that support academic and personal success.

    University at Buffalo
    106 Red Jacket Quad
    Buffalo, NY 14261

    Phone: (716) 645-2171

  • Kristin Harte headshot.

    Kristin Harte

    Director, Accessibility Resources

    Providing a variety of accommodations for students with disabilities, including interpreters, assistive technology and accessible course materials.

    University at Buffalo
    60 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2608

  • Dan Kaczmarek headshot.

    Daniel Kaczmarek

    Director, Assessment and Research

    Supports the values and goals of Student Life by providing timely and reliable information regarding operations and performance.

    University at Buffalo
    323 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-3133

  • Larissa Kowalczyk headshot.

    Larissa Kowalczyk

    Unit Business Officer

    Provides strategic financial leadership to enhance financial planning, operations, efficiency, and effectiveness.

    University at Buffalo
    221E Red Jacket
    Buffalo, NY 14261

    Phone: (716) 645-7380

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    Susan Kurowski

    Director, Student Unions

    Providing welcoming space, services and facilities to support events, activities, and the needs of our students, faculty, staff and visitors.

    University at Buffalo
    235 Student Union
    Buffalo, New York 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2055

  • Elizabeth Lidano headshot.

    Elizabeth Lidano

    Director, Student Conduct

    Supporting a safe, positive and just campus environment through regulations, and managing conduct.

    University at Buffalo
    9 Norton Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6154

  • Marla McBride headshot.

    Marla McBride

    Director, Health Promotion

    Promoting long-term wellness by providing a wealth of services related to healthy lifestyles, rape and sexual assault prevention, and stress reduction.

    University at Buffalo
    114 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-2837

  • Beth Rogan headshot.

    Beth Rogan

    Director of Resource Management

    Responsible for administrative support in the areas of resource planning, implementation and stewardship for Student Life.

    University at Buffalo
    407 Capen Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 645-6045

  • Dan Ryan headshot.

    Dan Ryan, PhD

    Director, Veteran Services

    Providing assistance with veterans’ benefits, academic policies and access to campus resources.

    University at Buffalo
    321 Student Union
    Buffalo, NY 14260

    Phone: (716) 829-5586

  • Susan Snyder headshot.

    Susan Snyder

    Director, Student Health Services

    Offering both urgent and non-urgent medical care for students — including health screenings, clinics and immunizations — regardless of health insurance.

    University at Buffalo
    4350 Maple Rd.
    Buffalo, NY 14226

    Phone: (716) 829-3316

  • Headshot of Gary Thompson.

    Gary Thompson

    Director of Housing Operations, Campus Living

    Creating dynamic residential communities — including residence halls and apartments — that support academic and personal success.

    University at Buffalo
    106 Red Jacket Quad
    Buffalo, NY 14261

    Phone: (716) 645-2171