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11/19/24
New GSE research labs advance equity-focused educational research, tackling real-world problems and delivering impactful, community-driven solutions.
GSE scholar studies social support networks and their impact on minoritized college student success and well-being
11/5/24
Paris Wicker studies Black and Indigenous student success and well-being; her COVID-19 research was recently published in Education Sciences.
UB awarded $10M grant for national center on literacy and AI
9/19/24

Grant further strengthens UB’s national leadership in artificial intelligence research. 

GSE experts weigh in on push to ban cellphones in classrooms
10/8/24
With the school year in full swing, several Western New York school districts, including Lackawanna City School District, have implemented new policies banning cellphones in classrooms. This move comes in response to a growing statewide initiative led by Governor Kathy Hochul, who is advocating for a ban on cellphones in schools across New York State.
UB relaunches Brainy Bulls tutor-mentoring program
9/10/24
Brainy Bulls, a new tutoring mentorship program, aims to provide personalized academic support and bridge the learning gap for students in grades 5-12.
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GSE doctoral student Dawnavyn James.

PhD student Dawnavyn James shares Black history teaching expertise

GSE doctoral student Dawnavyn James.

Ayiana Crabtree reflects on her first semester in the information and library science online master’s program

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Alumni Faces & Voices
“It’s important for everybody to remember that technology itself will never replace an educator.”
1/23/23

Alie Kuitems, EdM ’09

Lead Technology Integration Specialist, Charter School for Applied Technologies

“My experiences lead me to become a teacher and work with kids and I love it.”
5/6/24

Rebecca Vujnovic, PhD ’10

Clinical Assistant Professor, University at Buffalo

“I like to think that we have a personal impact when someone takes a tour with us.”
5/6/24

Michael Venturiello, EdM ’16

Founder, Christopher Street Tours

“Never stop aspiring and inspiring; that is the power of education.”
5/6/24

Timothy Zgliczynski, PhD ’16

Teacher, Lancaster School District

“Without the help and dedication of everybody, change would not be possible.”
5/6/24

Stephen Uebbing, EdD ’87

Professor, University of Rochester

“It’s all about having the right support around you. Anything is possible.”
5/6/24

Amanda Knapp, BS ’00, EdM ’03

Associate Vice Provost and Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Academic Affairs, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

“I did my business model on the idea of creating an outsource company that would facilitate the student-athlete feedback process.”
5/6/24

Jennifer Cross, BA '92, EdM '94
Vice President of Professional Services, Game Plan and Managing Director of Athlete Viewpoint

 Michael Cross, BA '91, EdM '93
Athletic Director for New Business Development, Penn State University and Board Member, Game Plan

“I had a tremendous opportunity to learn from some of the best faculty.”
5/6/24

Paula Ganyard, MLS ’96

Library Director, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

“The research component project was one of the highlights of my degree program.”
1/23/23

Nosisi Feza, PhD ’09

Professor, University of South Africa

“I cherish my work with students and being able to follow where those I worked with are now.” 
10/28/24

Timothy Tryjankowski, EdM ’93

Former Director of Honors College Research at the University at Buffalo

Past Chair of the Faculty/Staff Senate

“Don’t be surprised if you’re not doing what you expected, and always be open to learning more.”
10/28/24

Liz Czarnecki, EdM ’94, BA ‘76

Teacher, Williamsville North High School

“Working within university settings provides rich and valuable learning opportunities.”
5/6/24

Tanya Christ, PhD ’07

Associate Professor, Oakland University

“The LIFTS program helped me understand who I am as a leader.”
5/6/24

Casandra Wright, EdM ’03

Associate Superintendent, Buffalo Public Schools

“The strong preparation in professional ethics has served me well in my own work.”
5/6/24

Douglas Scheidt, PhD ’91

Provost, SUNY College of Technology at Canton

“I had the opportunity to publish and present with professors and counseling center staff.”
5/6/24

Merle Keitel, PhD ’87

Professor, Fordham University

“Persistence embodies, for me, the number one value that a person needs in life. The challenges will always come ... You have to know what it is you’re working toward.”
5/6/24

Joelle Formato, EdM ’15

Founder and Head of School, Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School

“I learned the aspects and nuances of effective teaching.”
5/6/24

Jillian Wilsey, EdM ’10

Instructor, Niagara County Community College

“I have always wanted to give back to my community and serve through education.”
7/22/24

Genelle Morris, EdD ’14

Superintendent, Olean City School District

When asked how he chose to enroll in GSE’s Teacher Residency Program, Crump calls it, “Divine intervention. Serendipity.” 
5/6/24

Gary Crump, CAS ’21
Social Studies Teacher, Frederick Law Olmsted School

“One of the things that I do all the time as a school psychologist is make sure the children who come into my office know how brilliant and special they are, no matter what.”
5/6/24

Desiree Williams, MA/AC ’15

School Psychologist, Hamlin Park Claude and Ouida Clapp Academy

“You’re going to have to overcome many, many things in your life, but how you do it develops you into who you will be.”
1/23/23

Brittany Patterson, PhD ’15

Assistant Professor, Baltimore’s University of Maryland School of Medicine

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