People Spotlights

Student Spotlights

A Third Space: How UB Libraries Shaped My Graduate Education
3/31/26
Kaitlyn Liu highlights her experience as a PhD student at the University at Buffalo and how the libraries have helped her along the way.
Blending law and librarianship to support the UB community
2/2/26
Blending his legal training with librarianship, Matthew Walker brings empathy, research expertise and a steady presence to support the Charles B. Sears Law Library community.
Learning by Doing
1/5/26
Graduate student assistant Jordan Stanford has long been drawn to libraries. Now a student worker in the University Libraries, he’s contributing to projects that bring those historical materials to life for others.
Student Spotlight: Afifa Roja
10/14/25
Friendly, determined and patient. That’s how Afifa Roja, a third-year neuroscience major at UB, describes herself.
It All Happens Here
6/10/25
From the first rush of students in the morning to late-night study sessions, UB Libraries are alive with energy, ideas and innovation.

Justin Dise – The Tech-Savvy Problem-Solver on UB Libraries’ E-Resources Team
12/31/24
After spending five years in New York City, the Amherst native found himself back on UB’s campus—just around the corner from where he grew up.
Congratulations to Peggy Pajak on Her Retirement
12/31/24
Please join us in congratulating Pajak as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement from the University Libraries.
Jessica Hollister: A Continuous Connection to UB and the Libraries
12/17/24
The university has been an integral part of Hollister's life, whether as a student, student worker, visiting librarian, or librarian for more than 15 years.
Robin Sullivan’s 26-Year Journey
12/17/24
Sullivan is preparing to close a remarkable career filled with innovation, education, and a deep commitment to empowering others.
Shana DiCamillo: Amplifying the Impact of UB Libraries
12/3/24
DiCamillo is excited to share the library’s mission and engage alumni, donors, and the UB community.

Laura Taddeo Joins Community Panel on Banned Books
3/24/26
Taddeo recently participated as a panelist in "Blind Date with a Banned Book," a community event presented by Buffalo Toronto Public Media.
Molly Maloney Honored for Exceptional Service with Pillars of Pride Award
1/20/26
The award recognizes staff members whose work reflects the university’s core values, including excellence, service, inclusion and innovation.
UB Librarians Honored at Celebration of Excellence
11/4/25
Deborah Chiarella, Ophelia Morey and Pamela Rose exemplify the Libraries’ commitment to excellence, service and community impact.
Jake Carlson Earns Tenure at UB Libraries, Advances Data Services and Collections Strategy
8/12/25
The decision recognizes his national leadership in data curation and his strategic contributions to research services.
Carolyn Klotzbach-Russell Awarded Tenure at UB Libraries
8/5/25
Klotzbach-Russell has been awarded tenure in recognition of her outstanding contributions to librarianship, scholarship and service.