Alumni & Friends
Why I Give
Leslie A. Brun, M.S.W. ’74, international investment advisor
“State schools are generally unrecognized for their accomplishments. Since I am a product of a state school and am proud of my accomplishments, I wanted to give back to the institution that contributed greatly to my success.”
Pauline Riemer, M.S.W. ’57
“In my career I was able to help a woman start turning her life around simply by helping her get a free pair of glasses. At another time, I was able to influence a U.S. senator who later played a role in the Roe vs. Wade case. I want to help the next generation of social workers make a difference like I did. Scholarships are one way to help.”
Phyllis Vogt, M.S.W. ’84
“I give to the school because it influenced my life so much. It gave me the opportunity to retrain in my middle years, in a profession I never dreamed I would have. As a clinical social worker, you can make a difference if you affect just one life.”
Faith Hoffman, M.S.W. ’93
“Giving is just a natural extension of what I do in other ways. UB is one of our best hopes for the future here in Western New York, and the School of Social Work is an integral part of that. “
Cosimo Mautone, M.S.W. ’67
“I am glad to be able to lend my support to the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, which has enabled me to practice the profession I enjoy. During my association with the university, I have made many friends and developed lasting professional relationships. I am also proud that my daughter and her husband and graduated from the UB School of Social Work. I urge my fellow alumni to show their commitment to the school by contributing to its development fund. Even a small amount helps.”
Kirsten Milbrath, M.S.W. ’72
“I am grateful to the UB School of Social Work for providing me with very good teachers and very good field placements. I was especially fortunate to receive an excellent education in gerontology, which I was able to apply in my career as an administrator and program developer at various agencies that serve the elderly. I want the school to be able to attract bright, capable students with vision who have the desire to work in the field of aging.”
Nancy Krtek, M.S.W. ’00
“I give to the school to express my appreciation for the quality of research conducted here. I also hope my gifts can help assuage the financial needs of aspiring intellects who would otherwise be deprived of quality education. Donating to a worthwhile educational program has a synergistic effect by creating and turning out competent, skilled professionals and collaborators who can reach out to serve the world in order to fulfill a vision of harmony and empowerment.”
