Our Alumni - School of Public Health and Health Professions - University at Buffalo

“The instructors constantly made efforts to use innovative ideas to make the learning process more interesting."
6/12/20
Sutanuka Bhattacharjya
“Working in groups and presenting helped me improve essential communication and leadership skills."
12/13/17
Jeffrey R. Sam
“The program allowed me to meet my academic goals and gave me the knowledge needed to start my own research projects."
12/13/17
Majd Jarrar
"By pursuing the ART certificate, I was exposed to a depth and variety of content that is difficult to find anywhere else."
12/13/17
Nathan Ramsey
"As aspiring occupational therapists, we understand we have the unique opportunity to bring something different to the healthcare field."
4/28/20
Romanah Faroqui
Occupational Therapy
“In addition to the exceptional education, I gained real life-leadership experience.”
12/13/17
Katherine LeBlanc
“This extensive and diverse preparation provided me the knowledge and skills needed to become a dynamic clinician."
12/13/17
Jake McPherson
“This program taught me the necessity of professionalism, accountability and integrity in my everyday encounters."
12/13/17
David J. Mueller
“Many of the professors were involved with research studies relevant to current OT practice and there were many opportunities for students to get involved."
12/13/17
Jaymie Merry
“UB offered more clinical experience than any other school I had seen.”
12/13/17
Shaughn Regan
“UB’s program gave me the confidence that I would need to succeed in any work environment.”
12/13/17
Jill Wisniewski
"I hope to serve as a source of motivation and inspiration for individuals attempting to overcome health challenges."
12/13/17
Wally Maziarz
"My ultimate goal is to help my clients meet their functional and daily needs, but also to embrace their uniqueness by living life to its fullest and on their own terms."
4/28/20
Rebecca Seal
Occupational Therapy
“Without the fundamentals and advanced foundational knowledge I acquired at UB, I would not be where I am. I am very thankful for that experience and education."
8/27/25
Timothy Dionne
“I am forever grateful for Dr. Tomita’s support and encouragement throughout my MS. It has definitely inspired me to be a researcher, and finally I am in the right space!"
10/16/22
Asmita (Salang) Mudholkar
“I am really enjoyed how the DPT program was set up so that we worked together as a class to be successful.”
3/11/21
Lisa Bierdeman
"I enjoyed the open discussions that were encouraged among class members and the professors broadened the way we think about physical therapy issues."
3/12/21
John Boyer
"I visited UB for the first time when I was in high school and I thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere that the campus and the city itself had to offer."
3/12/21
James Kim
"The program allowed me to learn and be inquisitive all while exploring new and ongoing research in physical therapy and public health."
2/14/22
Raechele Leone
"Not only do I love Buffalo, but growing up with UB in my backyard, I have always been aware of all it has to offer its students."
3/12/21
Christine Abrams
“Buffalo is such a small close-knit community in therapy, and it was nice to be part of that."
10/8/22
Jason Seltzer
"Although I graduated in 2016, four years later when I was putting together the application for Fulbright, UB and the OT program still wanted me to be successful in my endeavors."
6/29/21
Denis Tuttle
Occupational Therapy BS/MS '16
"I was taken aback by the academic prowess of the faculty on campus. Not only did I feel as if the Rehabilitation Science Department had much to teach me, but they were also friendly and welcoming."
5/29/24
Haley Chizuk
"I know the training and professional knowledge I have gained will allow me to have a successful and rewarding career as a occupational therapist."
8/27/25
Wei Lin
Occupational Therapy Student
"Every class and every semester has broadened my understanding of occupational therapy and its uniqueness as a field."
6/20/25
Karen Martinez
Occupational Therapy Student
"Being part of this program is a great experience that introduces you to new friends, great professors and a great staff that become like a family."
6/20/25
Oscar Martinez
Occupational Therapy Student