News Archive

Breaking Ground on Healing Grounds

Non-Profit Management alum brings new cafe to Buffalo, in hopes of connecting with community and collectively healing.

Giving a Voice to Those in Need

Fulfilling her goal of doing something that matters, Lindsay Ward is making it a reality as an advocate.

From Brockport to City Manager of Batavia

Rachael Tabelski ’08 serves as the City Manager for the City of Batavia, New York, where she applies the knowledge, skills, and tools she developed through her graduate education.

Paving a Path to Nonprofit Leadership

Master of Public Administration (MPA) alum Danielle Pierleoni ’15 has built a successful career in fundraising and community engagement, earning recognition as a 2025 Rochester Business Journal Forty Under 40 Honoree.

Encourage Students to Attend ALICE Experience Presentation

Consider the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) Experience!

Free Nonprofit Summit - Rochester, NY

Join Us for “Beyond Grants: Diversifying Revenue for Upstate NY Nonprofits” This free summit offers practical strategies, networking, and insights from expert keynotes Mr. Marc Misiurewicz and Ms. Pamela Ayers of Empreinte Consulting. Limited seating—sign up now! Date: Friday, March 27, 2026 Time: 8:30 am -12:30 pm (Doors open at 8 am) Location: Brockport Downtown, 161 Chestnut Street, Rochester, NY Register for the event

A Voice for Veterans

MPA alum, fueled by his past struggles with addiction, works to improve the lives of his fellow veterans.

Scott Horsington

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Non-Profit Management Emphasis and Certificate in Arts Administration

Hafiz Akram

Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Jane Forbes

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Management Emphasis

Lindsey Luft

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Management Emphasis & Certificate in Nonprofit Management

Dawn Footer

Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Shanelle Hodge

Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Sidnee McDonald

Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Hy-Deia Walker

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Non-Profit Management Emphasis

Miguel Baique

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Healthcare Management Emphasis

Peace Corps Aspirations

Brynn Matthews spent her undergraduate career in search of what her passions were. When it came time to choose a graduate program, her desire to make a difference in the world led the way.