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The staff of Career and Professional Engagement help students and alumni build careers by exploring options and preparing them for success in the workforce. 

D'Youville Career and Professional Engagement
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14202
Fax: 716-829-8156
Office Hours: 8:30 AM — 4:30 PM Monday through Friday
Location: Student Success Center, Bauer Family Academic Center (BFAC), 100

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Career Services

Christine Demcie

Director

Christine returned to D’Youville as Director, Career and Professional Engagement, after previously serving as Director, Career Services from 2010 – 2017.  She completed a M.S degree in Student Personnel Administration from State University of New York (SUNY) College and a B.A degree from Brock University, Ontario, Canada. Her recent professional career has focused on career services & career storytelling both on a college campus and in private practice. Christine considers herself a lifelong learner and has additional professional interest in instructional design & digital media and is looking to incorporate these methods & tools into delivering outstanding career services to the campus. Helping students and alumni find “what’s next” in their academic and professional career life is her passion. 

Christine is always finding new hobbies to pursue, but enjoys hiking, in-line skating, cooking/baking, and fancies herself a fledgling, but aspiring writer/storyteller.

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Christine Demcie

Mary Pezzimenti

Career Coach | Student Outreach Coordinator

Mary graduated from St. Bonaventure University with a M.A. in Leadership and SUNY Geneseo with a B.S. in Education. During her own education journey she began working with other students and developed a passion for providing support to all students throughout their education and career journey. Before joining the team at DYU as a Career Coach and Employer Outreach Coordinator, Mary started her professional career working as the Student Employment and Recruiting Coordinator and later was promoted to Assistant Director of career services at another university. Mary enjoys building connections between students, alumni, and employers.

Mary loves spending time outside in all seasons whether it be skiing, hiking, or being on the water. She enjoys cheering on the Buffalo Bills, New York Yankees, St. Bonaventure Bonnies, and D’Youville Saints!

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Mary Pezzimenti