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cschen@buffalo.edu

Claire S. Schen is the associate dean for undergraduate research and scholarship in Undergraduate Education. She leads the university’s vision and support for undergraduate research at UB, working with faculty, staff and students from across the university to foster learning through research, creative activity and scholarship for all undergraduates. Schen joined UB in 2002 as an assistant professor and has held other administrative roles, including associate dean for undergraduate education in the College of Arts and Sciences (2016-19), where she was involved in numerous initiatives in support of curricular innovation, including committees that developed the UB Curriculum and UB Seminar. Schen is also an associate professor in UB’s Department of History. A social historian, Schen focuses on the history of Britain prior to 1800. She has published on the history of London, Reformation in England, women and religious change, poverty, charity, and old age, and more recently on piracy and captivity in the Mediterranean Sea and eastern Atlantic Ocean in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Her research on captivity has led her to digital scholarship involving mapping and social network visualizations. Exploring new research and platforms informs her approach to teaching and mentoring undergraduates through innovative research activities and projects. Schen is a graduate of Brown University (AB History) and earned her PhD in Comparative History from Brandeis University.

clgiunta@buffalo.edu

Since 2013, Heath has served in various roles at the University at Buffalo helping students find meaningful, real-world learning opportunities. As co-designer of ELN’s Project Portal and digital badge series, she has focused on cultivating projects for undergraduate students through strategic partnerships on and off campus. Heath oversees the digital badge series that guides students through all phases of their project experience from start to finish while ensuring they take the time to reflect on and leverage what they accomplish. She manages the planning and facilitation of the annual Celebration of Student Academic Excellence Student Showcase. Additionally, Heath works closely with faculty and programs across campus to help them design career relevant projects for their students utilizing our digital badge while also supporting their pursuit and implementation of grants.  

clkacko@buffalo.edu

Since 2022, Kacko has served the University at Buffalo as a graduate intern assisting students with mentorship and academic support. She has had the opportunity to provide students with academic coaching through Tutoring and Academic Support Services. Kacko has experience working in the Office of Micro-Credentials, awarding students with digital badges and working with faculty to propose new micro-credentials. As the Program Coordinator, she serves as ELN’s main event point of contact for students working to establish their awareness of and engagement with ELN offerings. She oversees and monitors student progress through the digital badge requirements and provides outreach to ensure student success. Lastly, Kacko coordinates the annual Celebration of Student Academic Excellence, to showcase student research and projects.