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Alex Davis, senior systems analyst, OTS
morePhilosophy of Success: Success is being happy with your decisions made throughout your life.
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Amanda Martinez, general manager
Barnes and Noble at UB
morePhilosophy of Success: I believe that one must go out and find success as it does not just fall in one's lap. There is one quote I think best fits my philosophy: "The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can't find them, make them."
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Megan Manley, director of academic advising, College of Public Affairs more
Philosophy of Success: Hard work and vision go a long way in moving one toward a path of success.
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Mason Paris, director of applications, OTS more
Philosophy of Success: I have always believed that you need to be willing to take some risk in your life in order to move forward. The willingness to ask questions, to listen to others, to always push yourself to do the best you can at all times.
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Kimberley Lynne, theatre events coordinator more
Philosophy of Success: Never stop learning and enjoy what you do.
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Nikita Anderson, academic program specialist
morePhilosophy of Success: "Try not to become a man of success but a man of value." -Albert Einstein
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Ian Davis, UB alumnus more
Philosophy of Success: Research throughly, plan with a purpose, build your skill set and work diligently for what you want to achieve.
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Stacey Marriott, business analyst and web coordinator, OTS and HR more
Philosophy of Success: Do a job right and, to the extent that is appropriate, have fun doing it.
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Theresa Mina, disability support coordinator, CEA more
Philosophy of Success: Success is maintaining a healthy life balance between work and our personal lives.
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Michailah Brock, assistant director, fitness and wellness, CRW more
Philosophy of Success: Life is a chess game, but before you play you must name your pieces correctly and then create a plan of attack.
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James Hale, contracts and position management specialist, HR more
Philosophy of Success: Never stop learning or asking questions.
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Stuart Silberg, alumnus and UB Foundation board member more
Philosophy of Success: "We make a living by what we get...We make a live by what we give."
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Sally Reed, associate director, HR more
Philosophy of Success: Work in a field you enjoy, push yourself beyond your comfort zone, take risks and occasional leaps of faith. Also, work hard when you work and play hard when you play.
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Myra Waters, director, Counseling Services
PhD Counseling Psychology, University of Maryland, College Park morePhilosophy of Success: Success is an "inside-out" process. It is based on each individual's own life experience and definition. Success is achieved by developing authentic knowledge of self, by setting clear goals, and by following through on a plan with dedication, determination, and a willingness to sacrifice when necessary. Celebrate and repeat the process!
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Meredith Barr, coordinator of Communications, Achievement and Learning Center
MFA Integrated Design candidate, University of Baltimore
BA English, Roger Williams University morePhilosophy of Success: I believe that success comes from finding the learning opportunities in every situation, seeing the interconnectedness of all things, and pursuing goals that align with personal strengths and passions.
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Daniel Page, assistant dean, College of Arts and Sciences
PhD Interdisciplinary Humanities and Music, Brandeis University morePhilosophy of Success: Successful people are able to combine high ethical standards, intellectual curiosity, and interpersonal compassion in powerful and powerfully creative ways.
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Shelia Burkhalter, associate vice president, Student Affairs
MS Higher Education and Student Affairs, Indiana University
MBA, University of Arkansas morePhilosophy of Success: If there was ever a time to dare to make a difference, to embark on something worth doing, that time is NOW. Not for any grand cause, but for something that tugs at your heart. Something that is your aspiration. Something that is your dream. You owe it to yourself to make your days here count. Dig deep. Stretch. Dream big.
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Bill Schnirel, executive director of Student Development
MS Human Resource Development, Towson University morePhilosophy of Success: To be revealed shortly. Please check back.
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Cydney Delia, learning services coordinator, Achievement and Learning Center
JD candidate, UB School of Law
MA Teaching, Notre Dame of Maryland University
morePhilosophy of Success: My philosophy of success is pretty simple: Define what you want. Go after what you want. If you get it, go after something else. If you don't get it, go after something else.
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Nick Owens, associate director of Facilities and Student Development
MS Management and Leadership, East Stroudsburg University morePhilosophy of Success: The ability to work in a field where professional development is a key component and having the tools to make a difference creates sustainability and happiness.
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Gina Finelli, lecturer, Division of Applied Behavioral Sciences
PhD Sociology, American University morePhilosophy of Success: I believe there is knowledge to be gained from every experience, so in a sense all experiences in life can be successes. That said, it is necessary to be prepared so that when an opportunity strikes, one can act accordingly and make appropriate decisions.
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Ray McCree, director, Career and Professional Development Center
MS Organizational Development, Human Resources and Nonprofit Management; Johns Hopkins University morePhilosophy of Success: Success is finding out who you truly are in this world and shifting your life from what is on the surface to something more substantive. Only you can define, measure and appreciate what success is for you.
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Brigid Lawler, director, Freshman Admissions
BA Communications, State University College at Oneonta morePhilosophy of Success: "Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could; some blunders and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; you shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with old nonsense." -Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Anthony Butler, assistant director, Rosenberg Center for Student Involvement and Leadership UB
MA Publications Design, University of Baltimore morePhilosophy of Success: I believe in the power of relationships. Real success comes from reaching out to others to develop meaningful connections, and ask first, as the servant leader does, "What can I do for you?" We must broaden and expand our networks and spheres of influence to reach our goals.
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Malka Weintraub, career services counselor
MA Counseling, Wayne State University
LCPC, University of Baltimore
morePhilosophy of Success: "The garden of life is abundant, prosperous and magical...There is enough for everyone...Share the fruit and the knowledge...Let's show others the way...kindness, generosity, hard work, God's care..." (from the Five O'Clock Club, www.fiveoclockclub.com)
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James Campbell, systems analyst, Office of Technology Services
MBA, University of Baltimore morePhilosophy of Success: Success is highly correlated with opportunity, and you need to consistently make appropriate choices to position yourself to seize the opportunity when it becomes available.
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Karla Shepherd, director, Diversity and Culture Center
M.Ed. Counseling, University of Pittsburgh morePhilosophy of Success: Every day is a new learning experience. So much can be gained by exploring, experiencing, talking to people, especially those who are different than you.
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Susan Schubert, executive director, Office of the President
MBA, Loyola College of Maryland morePhilosophy of Success: With hard work, energy, and a positive attitude, one can achieve any goal. You can always find a way over, under, or through any obstacle in life. 90% of success is showing up!
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Dan Gerlowski, professor, Department of Finance and Economics
PhD, University of Pittsburgh morePhilosophy of Success: Know when to work hard and do it.
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Kathy Anderson, dean of students
MS Counseling and College Student Personnel, Bowling Green State University morePhilosophy of Success: Work hard, be honest, do what you love.
PDI Mentors are successful professionals. They are a select group of UB faculty, staff and alumni who have a wide range of educational backgrounds and professional experience. They are ready to help support and guide students through completion of PDI requirements, discuss their career goals and objectives, and provide advice as deemed appropriate. As volunteers, they bring to the mentoring experience a passion for helping students maximize their full potential.
Staff members from both PDI and the Career and Professional Development Center match mentors with students. The match is based on the best fit between the student's personal development, the mentor’s educational background and professional expertise, personality strengths, and schedule compatibility.