Where Are They Now?
Our teacher education students have first hand knowledge of the ways that our programs, people, opportunities, and experiences shape lives. Many of our graduates stay in touch with their Buffalo State instructors, advisors, and mentors long after they have moved from teacher candidate to teacher. These graduates frequently write to former faculty and staff, sharing their experiences and reflections from the field of education. Visit our graduate profiles below to learn about the varied places they are working (in the field of education, and beyond!), the ways in which these amazing individuals are contributing to their communities, and how Buffalo State helped them achieve their goals and dreams.
M.S.Ed. Literacy Specialist
I love most that I am in the position to be a perpetual learner. As much as I teach students, they continue to teach me in unimaginable ways.
B.S. Exceptional Education
My many and varied experiences at Buffalo State prepared me not only for my time as a Special Education teacher, but also as a leader.
B.S. Early Childhood and Childhood Education
At Buffalo State I was able to truly experience and explore so much of myself as a person.
M.S. Ed. Curriculum and Instruction
B.S. Childhood Education and Social Studies
High quality education is life changing and, if I can be a part of making someone's education all that it can be, that motivates me.
B.S. Education
Making a difference in the lives of children provides no greater sense of satisfaction and purpose.
M.S.Ed. Special Ed.
B.A. Elementary Ed. & Special Ed.
I was looking for a distinguished education program and a college that wasn’t too large, yet offered an urban environment.
M.S. Educational Leadership
M.S. Curriculum and Instruction
B.S. Childhood Education
Because of Buffalo State I am committed to giving back to my community, through teaching and leading.
B.S. Childhood Education
I love that every day is something new with different and exciting challenges.
M.S. Childhood Education
I love that every day is different, every school year brings its own unique issues.
B.S. Childhood Ed. & Exceptional Ed.
Because of Buffalo State, I am prepared for my future!
Ph.D. Special Education
M.S.Ed. Bilingual Special Education
B.S.Ed. Exceptional Education
Because of Buffalo State, I can contribute to my community and to the field of bilingual special education.
M.S.Ed. Exceptional Education
Because of Buffalo State, I know how to work with all types of students and colleagues in a productive way.
M.S.Ed. Literacy Specialist
B.S. Elementary Ed. and Reading
Buffalo State was integral in igniting my passion for literacy.
M.S.Ed. Special Education
B.S. Elementary and Special Ed.
A strong work ethic has always been my driving force.
Ph.D. Social Work
M.S. Adult Education
M.S.W. Clinical Work
B.A. Political Science
The best educational experiences are grounded in the here-and-now, within the problems and opportunities found in everyday.
Ph.D. Curriculum Instruction & the Science of Learning
C.A.S. Educational Leadership
Because of Buffalo State, I continue to become all I can be.
M.S.Ed. Early Childhood and Childhood Ed.
I want students to receive the best education - no matter socioeconomic background or race - while instilling a sense of community and purpose.
B.S. Exceptional Education
I want to help children take the set of cards they were dealt and use them to succeed in life.
B.S. Childhood Education
Because of Buffalo State, I am prepared, motivated, successful, and my story is just beginning.
M.S. Adult Education
Although online, I loved how social the Adult Education classes were. Our discussions were engaging and I became close with classmates despite our geographical differences.
B.S. Childhood & Exceptional Ed.
No day is the same and every single day you will learn something new.
M.S. Ed. Literacy Specialist
B.S. Childhood Education
Because of Buffalo State, I am going to be the best person I can be and, in turn, have a great impact on others.
B.M.E. Music Education
All faculty were at the top of their field. The sense of community I felt was awesome and inspiring.
G.C. Educational Leadership
M.S.Ed. Childhood Education
B.A. Applied Linguistics & English
Buffalo State allowed me to become a creative teacher and go beyond basic textbook work with kids.
M.S. Ed. Exceptional and Childhood Ed.
I love kids, making people happy and helping others. Everyday I might be making a difference in someone’s life, which could benefit our world in the long run.
M.S.Ed. Literacy
Having the experience at the literacy center [through Buffalo State] propelled us to open our own literacy center.
M.S. Educational Technology
B.S. Mathematics Education
Always say yes to an opportunity to get outside of your comfort zone. Those will be be the most rewarding opportunities to develop.
M.S Adult Education
I am committed to community empowerment, community action and social justice through equitable community education.
M.S.Ed. English Education (7-12)
B.S. English Education (7-12)
Because of Buffalo State, I am always working to foster a sense of purpose and community!
B.S. Exceptional Education
Already I’m amazed by the progress of my students. They surprise me every day and there is never a dull moment in our classroom.
M.S.Ed. Special Education
B.S. Exceptional Education
What drives me to continue in the field and continue in the city district is the notion that you can actually impact the trajectory of a student.
B.S. Early Childhood Education
Whether it is teaching, learning, tutoring or volunteering, Buffalo State can help shape your teaching philosophies and provide you with the necessary tools for success as an educator, just as they did for me.
Adult Education, M.S.Ed.
I did not look forward to distant education, but was pleasantly surprised by the degree of interaction and variety.
B.A. Elementary Education
I came from quite a regimented elementary and high school background, so it was great to find out at Buffalo State that classrooms could be fun, interactive, and meaningful.
M.A. Early Childhood Education
B.A. Elementary Education
I believe in our youth. In a significant way, this belief is what our community is missing.
B.S. English Education
M.S.Ed. English Education
Teaching is the most hopeful profession you can have.
M.S. Student Personnel/Administration
B.S. Exceptional Education
Buffalo State helped lay the foundation for what has been an opportunity for me to work with and help thousands of young people throughout my career.
M.S.Ed. Educational Technology
B.S. Applied Mathematics
Because of Buffalo State I gained many practical skills to integrate into the projects I have worked on, and I was inspired to think outside the box in everything I do.
M.S.Ed. Career and Technical Education
There have been many pieces of the puzzle I have put together to form who I am. Some are bigger than the others, not more important or better, just different shapes and sizes.
B.S. Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Ever since I was young, I wanted to help people in some way.
M.S. Ed Exceptional Education
B.S. Exceptional Education
I love helping people that have additional challenges in successfully navigating traditional life experiences!
C.A.S. School Building and School District Leader
C.A.S. Educational Leadership
Because of Buffalo State, I am prepared for my future!
M.S.Ed. Literacy Specialist
B.S. Elementary Education
I walked into Buffalo State as someone who just wanted a degree, yet left with so much more.
M.S.Ed. Educational Technology
B.S. Elementary Education and Reading
M.S.Ed. Literacy Specialist
The end goal is to help make the world a better place, and I still believe that education can do that - but change, both on a large and small scale, needs to happen.
M.S.Ed. Childhood Education
Every opportunity you take brings you closer to your goal of becoming a master teacher.
B.S. Spanish
“he best way to learn is to teach, and the best way to teach is to allow your students to own their learning.
B.S. Childhood Education
Teaching is an art. Everyone can get to a final masterpiece; however, the process for getting there can be done in many fun and different ways.
M.S.Ed. Literacy Specialist
Every day is an opportunity to empower, uplift, love and support your students. On your toughest days, remember this - to be a teacher is a gift.
B.S. Early Childhood and Childhood Education
This city is simply wonderful! I would definitely recommend Houston to a prospective teacher.
M.S. Ed., English Education
B.S., English Education
Because of Buffalo State...I am a global educator!
C.A.S. Educational Leadership, Buffalo State
M.S.Ed. Educational Computing, Buffalo State
B.S. Exceptional Education, Buffalo State
Because of Buffalo State, I make a difference--every single day.
M.S. Elementary Education
A teacher brings students along, helps them grow, and then watches them fly. Each new school year is filled with promises and challenges that are enriching.
B.S. Exceptional Education
I love watching my students learn and grow. And I enjoy the creativity and challenge of always trying to improve my practice so students learn even more!
B.S. Exceptional Education
M.S. Exceptional Education
Because of Buffalo State I have the tools to succeed. If I succeed, my students succeed and that is all an educator can ever ask for.