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Join us as we celebrate the dedicated professionals that make Student Life such a vibrant and supportive part of the UB community. From insights and career journeys to personal interests, meet the faces behind the work.

  • Get to Know Kesha Foster, Director, Human Resources and Unit Diversity Officer

    Kesha Foster portrait.

    What is your background and how long have you been at UB?

    I’ve been in the HR & DEI fields for 30 years. I started my HR career at Wegmans Food Markets, one of the Top 100 companies to work for in the country. 

    I celebrated 20 years at UB this year. I’ve had three amazing and supportive supervisors! For 16 years I worked in the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. I’ve been in Student Life for four years. During this time, I was an adjunct instructor at UB for 6 years in Cora P. Maloney College. I’m a lifelong Buffalonian, Mother and Wife.

    Kesha Foster at her desk.

    What is the best part of your job?

    Providing resources to empower staff to grow their careers and achieve their educational and life goals. I love opportunities to have everyday conversations with colleagues and students and learning more about them and their backgrounds. I love the energy that comes from working on a college campus. Working at UB provides so many options for continuous personal and professional growth, including opportunities to serve on university-wide committees and working groups.

    What are your biggest priorities?

    Outside of work – Family and Community. At work – fostering inclusive workplaces; talent & leadership development, initiatives and resources that help our teams positively impact student success.

    What part of your work excites you the most right now?

    Opportunities to innovate; Engaging with students and employees.

    What’s something people might be surprised to learn about you?

    I love to line dance!

    What are some of your hobbies outside of UB?

    Community volunteer, travel, game-nights, museums, concerts, outdoor walks, attending festivals, wine-tasting events

    Kesha Foster chatting at Starbucks.

    If you could instantly master any skill, what would it be?

    Golfing; Designing & upcycling my own clothes

    What’s currently on your playlist or podcast rotation?

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