Andrea Costantino, PhD '00, EdM '93 & BA '92

Andrea Costantino, PhD '00, EdM '93 & BA '92, is UB's interim director of University Residence Halls & Apartments. Prior to that, she served as UB's director of student life for 16 years.

Costantino is not only a dedicated employee but also a loyal UB supporter. She co-directed the Linda Yalem Safety Run for 10 years, and has participated in many UB events to support the community. She is a life member of the UB Alumni Association, and is committed to recruiting members, promoting pride in UB and finding new opportunities to support the university.

As director of student life, she was responsible for some of UB's most successful programs to enhance the student experience outside the classroom, including the first leadership, community service and diversity programs. She was also responsible for planning and implementing Opening Weekend and Family Weekend. An adjunct assistant professor in the Graduate School of Education, for 15 years Costantino also introduced freshmen to the university as a UB 101 instructor.

She is actively involved in numerous professional organizations and was honored in 2008 with a prestigious SUNY Chancellor's Award.