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Wednesday, May 15, 2019

From the Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Posted: Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Reorganization of Community-Focused Programs

After significant consideration and input from stakeholders, the following reorganization of community-focused programs in Academic Affairs will take effect on July 1, 2019.  

The Precollegiate Academic Success Center, which includes Upward Bound, Liberty Partnerships, and the STEP program under the leadership of Patrice Cathey, will now move to the Educational Opportunity Program under the direction of Yanick Jenkins, director of the Educational Opportunity Program and senior adviser for precollegiate programs. This alignment will help fulfill Buffalo State’s commitment to higher education access for students who have the potential to succeed despite challenges with preparation and financial resources.

The West Side Promise Neighborhood Project and Buffalo State’s commitment as a lead institution in the Higher Education Anchor Mission Initiative will move to the Civic and Community Engagement Office (CCE), reporting to Laura Hill Rao, CCE director. Organizing these efforts together will expand and unite Buffalo State’s commitment to social responsibility and civic engagement through partnerships that address community priorities.

The Educational Pipeline Initiatives Office (EPIO) will continue under the leadership of Diantha Watts, EPIO executive director, and will encompass the Center for Excellence in Urban and Rural Education, the Community Academic Center, and Middle Early College High School Program. These education-focused partnerships will work closely with the School of Education and the CCE to collaborate with school districts and community stakeholders to improve the educational and life outcomes of children and families throughout the region.

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