University at Buffalo (UB)
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.]()
![Christina Hernandez.]()
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.
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520 Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-6404
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration, The George Washington University
- Master of Public Policy and Management, University of Pittsburgh
- Master of Arts in Education and Human Development, The George Washington University
- Master of Tourism Administration in Sports Management, The George Washington University
- Master of Science in Cultural Foundations of Education, Syracuse University
- Bachelor of Science in Physical and Health Education, St. Bonaventure University
![Christina Hernandez headshot.]()
![Christina Hernandez.]()
Senior Associate Vice President, Student Life
Providing strategic leadership across a diverse portfolio of administrative and auxiliary services. Deeply committed to ensuring every operational area contributes to a positive and supportive student and campus community experience.
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520 Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-3170
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master in Leadership and Communication, Canisius College
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University at Buffalo
![Tomas Aguirre headshot.]()
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.
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315 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2982
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Higher Education Administration, University of Southern California
- Master of Business Administration, SUNY Oswego
- Master of Science in Educational Psychology, University of Southern California
- Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and International Studies, University of Texas
![Amy Falvo headshot.]()
Assistant Vice President for Health and Wellness
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.
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120 Richmond Quad
Buffalo, NY 14261Phone: (716) 645-2382
Education Experience Affiliations - Doctor of Philosophy, Counseling Psychology, University of Memphis
- Master of Science, Psychology, University of Memphis
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of Memphis
![John Lambert headshot.]()
![John Lambert.]()
Assistant Vice President
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 14260Phone: (716) 645-3602
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Bachelor of Science, Business Management from SUNY-Empire State College
- Ontario Graduate Diploma, Niagara College, Canada
- Executive Training Program, Sports Management Institute (SMI)
![Erin O'Brien headshot.]()
![Christina Hernandez.]()
Erin O'Brien, PhD
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.
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524A Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-3396
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - University at Buffalo
- PhD in Management, 2024
- MBA, 2000
- BA, Psychology, Cum Laude, 1997
- University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business, Executive Certificate, 2007
- University at Buffalo
![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 14260Phone: (716) 645-6404
![Adrienne Giordano headshot.]()
Adrienne Giordano
Office Assistant
Student Health and Wellness
University at Buffalo
104 Richmond Quad
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2397
![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 14260Phone: (716) 645-2982
![Headshot of Claire Vlachos.]()
Claire Vlachos
Office Assistant
Student Engagement and Success
University at Buffalo
150 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2126
Directors
![Kevin Ahuna headshot.]()
![Kevin Ahuna.]()
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.
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240 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2434
Education Experience Affiliations - Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology of Education, University at Buffalo
- Master of Education, Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration, The University of Vermont
- Bachelor of Arts, English, University of California - Irvine
![Matthew Ardila-Weigand headshot.]()
Director, Parent and Family Programs
Helping build strong student support networks at UB by connecting parents and families with the people and resources they need to help their students succeed.
University at Buffalo
112 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-6125
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education, University at Buffalo
- Master of Education in College Student Services/Development, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University at Buffalo
![Eric Blackledge headshot.]()
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.
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146 Fargo Quad
Buffalo, NY 14261Phone: (716) 645-2521
Education Experience Affiliations - Master of Business Administration, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts, Florida International University
![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.
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340 Student Union
Buffalo, New York 14260Phone: (716) 645-8111
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Arts in Geography with a Concentration in International Trade, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts in Geography with a Concentration in International Business and World Trade, University at Buffalo
![Colleen Connolly headshot.]()
![Elizabeth Lidano.]()
Director, Student Support and Resources
Coordinating institutional response and support for student concerns and guidance to partners in student success.
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315 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2982
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Science, Counseling Psychology, Gannon University
- Bachelor of Arts, Health & Human Services, University at Buffalo
![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 14260Phone: (716) 645-6469
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Education in Higher Education Administration, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication, University at Buffalo
- Associates Degree in Niagara County Community College
![Kesha Foster headshot.]()
![Christina Hernandez.]()
University at Buffalo
407 Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2376
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Science in Organizational Communication and Development, Canisius College
- Bachelor of Arts, Health and Human Services, University at Buffalo
Professional Certifications
- Human Resources Studies Certification, Cornell University School of ILR
- EEO Complaint Handling Certification, Cornell University School of ILR
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR)®, HRCI ®
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) ®
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace, Certificate Program, USF
![Headshot for Brian Haggarty.]()
Director of Residential Life, Campus Living
Creating dynamic residential communities — including residence halls and apartments — that support academic and personal success.
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106 Red Jacket Quad
Buffalo, NY 14261Phone: (716) 645-2171
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Doctor of Philosophy, Higher Education, University at Buffalo
- Master of Education, Higher Education & Student Personnel, Kent State University
- Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Binghamton University
![Headshot of Holly Harmon, Director of Counseling Services.]()
![Holly Haron, PhD.]()
Director, Counseling Services
Counseling Services offers a variety of therapy options, self-help resources, outreach events, and educational workshops.
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120 Richmond Quad
Buffalo, NY 14261Phone: (716) 645-2720 or 829-5800
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Doctor of Philosophy, Instructional Management and Leadership, Robert Morris University
- Master of Social Work, Clinical Social Work, University of Pittsburgh
- Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of Pittsburgh
![Kristin Harte headshot.]()
Director, Accessibility Resources
Providing a variety of accommodations for students with disabilities, including interpreters, assistive technology and accessible course materials.
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60 Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2608
Education Experience Affiliations - Master of Science and C.A.S. in School Counseling, Niagara University
- Bachelor of Arts in Human Development, Child and Family Studies, SUNY Oswego
![Dan Kaczmarek headshot.]()
Director, Assessment and Research
Supports the values and goals of Student Life by providing timely and reliable information regarding operations and performance.
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323 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-3133
Education Experience Affiliations - Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing: Poetry, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Master of Arts in English, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts in American Studies/English, Fredonia State College
![Larissa Kowalczyk headshot.]()
![Beth Rogan.]()
Unit Business Officer
Provides strategic financial leadership to enhance financial planning, operations, efficiency, and effectiveness.
University at Buffalo
221E Red Jacket
Buffalo, NY 14261Phone: (716) 645-7380
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Arts in Sport Administration, Canisius College
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration-Accounting Concentration, University at Buffalo
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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
233 Student Union
Buffalo, New York 14260Phone: (716) 645-2055
Education Experience Affiliations - Bachelor of Science, Business Management from SUNY-Empire State College
![Elizabeth Lidano headshot.]()
![Elizabeth Lidano.]()
Director, Student Conduct
Supporting a safe, positive and just campus environment through regulations, and managing conduct.
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9 Norton Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-6154
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Science in Education, Alfred University
- Bachelor of Arts in English, Le Moyne College
![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 14260Phone: (716) 645-2837
Education Experience Affiliations - Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling, University at Buffalo
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University at Buffalo
![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 14260Phone: (716) 645-6045
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Business Administration, University at Buffalo
- Master of Arts, Syracuse University
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Fredonia State College
![Dan Ryan headshot.]()
![Dan Ryan.]()
Director, Veteran Services
Providing assistance with veterans’ benefits, academic policies and access to campus resources.
University at Buffalo
321 Student Union
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 829-5586
Education Experience Affiliations - Doctorate in Social Foundations of Education, Higher Education, University at Buffalo
- Masters Degree in Counseling, Canisius College
![Headshot of Steve Simpson.]()
Director, Career Design Center
Providing students with career experiences to prepare for life after college.
University at Buffalo
259 Capen Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260Phone: (716) 645-2231
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Business Administration - Syracuse University
- Master of Science - Media Management, Syracuse University
- Bachelor of Arts - Communications, St. John Fisher University
![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 14226Phone: (716) 829-3316
Education Experience Affiliations Recognition - Master of Science in Health Policy, Management and Behavior, SUNY Albany
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Wells College
![Headshot of 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 14261Phone: (716) 645-2171
Education Experience Affiliations - Master of Science – Counseling and Student Personnel, Radford University
- Bachelor of Science – Recreation Administration, Radford University
- Certification – Education Facilities Professional, APPA
- Master of Science – Counseling and Student Personnel, Radford University
