Your Peers
Scott Voss - Assistant Hall Director; Tutoring Program Coordinator
Hometown: Bellefontaine, OH
Undergraduate School: Bowling Green State University
Why did you choose to work at UB? I plan on getting my master's and I heard UB has a good higher ed program.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? I think the Residential Education tutoring program is a unique aspect of UB. It is one of only a few programs that bring tutors into the residence halls.
Victoria Hellman - Assistant Director for Residential Life
Hometown: Lindenhurst, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: Binghamton University, B.A. Environmental Planning and Philosophy, Politics, and Law
Graduate School/Degree: Kent State University, Master's in Higher Education and Student Affairs
Why did you choose to work at UB? Love the location, was looking for a position with a strong peer network
What makes UB unique in your eyes? Great location, affordable city with very friendly people. The University is dynamic and looking to grow. It contributes to the quality of life in the greater Buffalo area.
Amy Zuchlewski - Residence Hall Director
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: University at Buffalo, Early Childhood Development/Psychology
Graduate School/Degree: University of Central Florida, Higher Education Administration
Why did you choose to work at UB? I had a great experience at UB when I was in undergrad. I also love the opportunities for professional development and growth.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? There are so many way to get involved in the department, on campus, and in the city, no matter what your interests are.
Ashley Byrd - Assistant Hall Director
Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: University at Buffalo, B.A. in Psychology
Graduate School/Degree: University at Buffalo, EdM in Higher Education Administration – in progress
Why did you choose to work at UB? After attending UB for my undergraduate and graduate education, I am extremely impressed with the quality and excellence UB offers. I knew working for UB would allow me to gain excellent professional experience to further my career.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? The immense opportunity to work with diverse people in a variety of ways.
Justin Muzzi - Assistant Hall Director
Hometown: Binghamton, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: St. John Fisher College, B.S. in Biology, minor in Chemistry
Graduate School/Degree: University at Buffalo/ Higher Education Administration – in progress
Why did you choose to work at UB? UB has a great Higher Education Masters Program and that was important to me. I have also never had experience at a large school and there are so many great opportunities at UB so that played a part as well.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? The diversity in terms of people, services, and programs offered for both students and staff.
Michelle Ricketts - Residence Hall Director
Hometown: Ranson, WV
Undergraduate School/Degree: Penn State University, B.A. Psychology
Graduate School/Degree: University of Memphis, MS Leadership and Policy Studies
Why did you choose to work at UB? I chose to come to UB because of the large state institution environment filled with opportunities and the friendliness of the people on campus.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? The large number of international students as well as students from all over the United States stands out as a unique feature of UB.
Mary Gallivan - Assistant Director for Residential Life
Hometown: Cheektowaga, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: SUNY Cortland, B.A. Sociology
Graduate School/Degree: Canisius College, MS Higher Education Administration
Why did you choose to work at UB? I choose to work at UB because of way I was made to feel welcome at once during the interview process. I enjoyed meeting my future colleagues and I found the pride that they had in the work they do made me want to work at UB and makes me want to stay at UB.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? For me the one thing that makes UB unique is that even though UB is a large school, there is a small feel to the campus. Students create small interconnected groups and every student can find a group or a person to connect with.
Stephanie Magin - Residential Education Assistant
Hometown: Spencerport, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: SUNY Oswego, Meteorology, B.S.; minors in Astronomy, Spanish
Graduate School/Degree: University at Buffalo, Earth Science Education, EdM - in progress
Why did you choose to work at UB? I think UB is a great place to work! One of the best things about this school is how much emphasis it puts on academics and research. UB really is a fantastic place to get an education from, and it makes me proud to be working on my own education here. More than that, after working with Campus Living, I know the level of priority that our students have from professional and student staff to help them find their place at such a large institution.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? Additionally, UB does so much for Buffalo and Western New York! The connection between UB and the Western New York community, and the pride they share, is so unique. I know I am lucky to have found a school with such an impact!
Brian Haggerty - Sr. Associate Director for Residential Life & Apartments
Hometown: Flushing, NY
Undergraduate School/Degree: Binghamton University, B.A. Political Science
Graduate School/Degree: Kent State University, M.E. - Higher Education & Student Personnel
University at Buffalo, Ph.D. Higher Education Administration
Why did you choose to work at UB? I originally came to Buffalo for a Residence Hall Director position. I was interested in the position because it allowed me to run a large hall with a large staff, while also being able to supervise a half-time professional. I found the student population to be very academically motivated and diverse, making the position more attractive.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? What makes UB unique right now is that we have just completed a master planning process and are on the brink of new and exciting developments as a university. With a strategic plan that highlights UB as an economic force in the region, I think there are great opportunities her for civic engagement, research, and a positive work environment.
Michael N. Yates - Assistant Complex Director
Hometown: Avoca, NY
Undergraduate Institution: College at Brockport, Bachelor of Science, Physics and Mathematics
Why did you choose to work at UB? I choose UB because of the wonderful opportunities University Residence Halls and Apartments offers for leadership and development, and the opportunity to interact with students from all over the world.
What makes UB unique in your eyes? For being such a large institution it has built a strong inclusive community, that has so many high achieving students supported by extremely motivated faculty and staff.
Last updated: May 21, 2012 3:33 am EST