Sterzinger appointed associate director, alumni engagement

Sterzinger brings extensive experience in higher education alumni engagement to SPPS. She formerly served as the assistant director of alumni engagement at Canisius University, where she was responsible for developing and implementing alumni programs in alignment with Canisius University’s unit leadership and strategic goals.

"Joining the UB School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is a dream opportunity,” Sterzinger says. “I look forward to fostering powerful connections between our incredible alumni network and the vibrant academic community that shaped their remarkable careers. I'm excited to bring my expertise to help drive the school's continued success, support our alumni's ongoing achievements, and strengthen the enduring legacy of pharmaceutical sciences at UB."

As the associate director of alumni engagement at SPPS, Sterzinger will provide strategic leadership for all school-wide alumni engagement initiatives. Her experience cultivating meaningful alumni connections, executing alumni events and fostering long-term engagement will further strengthen our alumni network both regionally and nationally.

"We are excited to welcome Sarah to the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences," says Gary Pollack, PhD, dean, SPPS. “Her experience leading strategic alumni engagement initiatives and fostering strong alumni relationships will be key in strengthening our alumni network and supporting the continued growth of our school.”