Jessica Ulmer, Reception & Placement Program Assistant Ms. Ulmer puts her organization skills to use as the Program Assistant for New American Integration. Reading case notes with a hot cup of coffee warms her heart, while here "soles" stay busy outside of the Institute as a runner, Mom, and soup chef. How long have you been at the Institute? : …
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Jennifer Ulrich, Translation Coordinator Ms. Ulrich graduated from Buffalo State College with honors and as a member of the Société Honoraire de Français. As the Translation Coordinator for the Interpreting & Translation Department, Jennifer intakes all of the written translation requests from individuals as well as our local (and not local) corporate partners such as medical facilities, universities and research…
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Adair Saviola, Director of Development & Communications A proud Buffalonian, Ms. Saviola, a Niagara and NYU graduate, is the Director of Development & Communications handling the Institute's development and public relations needs. What do you feel your role is as the Director of Development and Communications at the Institute? : One of the reasons that I am here is because we…
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Laura Caley, Employment Services Program Manager A nature enthusiast, Ms. Caley leads New American Integration's workforce development initiatives to encourage economic growth across Western New York. Where are you from and how long you have been at the Institute? : I grew up between Fairport and the more rural Finger Lakes region in Springwater, NY. I’ve been with the Institute…
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May Shogan, Director of Education & International Visitors A native of Jordan and a 29-year veteran of the Institute, Ms. Shogan is the Director of Education & International Visitors leading her department in increasing global awareness and engagement of all Western New York residents. How has your role changed throughout your 29 years at the Institute? : I first started as an Arabic interpreter and translator, before working…
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Briana Neale & Leighann Ramirez, MSW Interns University of Buffalo Master's of Social Work graduate students, Ms. Neale & Ms. Ramirez support New American Integration's resettlement efforts to welcome new arrivals to Western New York. Can you tell me a little about what you do here? : I do a number of different things. My major responsibility is to assist…
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Cait Monan, Employment Case Worker A SUNY Fredonia '17 graduate and travel enthusiast, Ms. Monan supports New American Integration's efforts to give our clients meaningful employment opportunities. What can you tell us about your education? Do you think it has prepared you for your position? : I am a SUNY Fredonia graduate with a degree in International Studies with concentrations in…
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Gülistan Kul, Interpreter Coordinator Born and raised in Turkey, Ms. Kul holds an Ed.M. from the University of Buffalo and is responsible for facilitating language access across a wide array of fields in Buffalo and the surrounding areas. What are your academic credentials and what path have you taken to get to the Institute? How have they prepared you for…
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Eva Hassett, Executive Director A fiercely loyal Buffalonian, Ms. Hassett is going into her ninth year leading the International Institute of Buffalo in its vision to make Western NY an inclusive, multicultural community that embraces all people. What can you tell me about your higher education? : I have a bachelor’s in Psychology and Social Relations from Harvard University, and a Master’s…
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