University at Buffalo (UB)
Release Date: November 30, 2004 This content is archived.
BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Lesa L. Fichte of Kenmore has been named director of continuing education in the School of Social Work at the University at Buffalo.
A long-time social work professional, she oversees the continuing education training for a wide range of human service professions, including social workers, psychologists, educators, health-service providers and criminal justice professionals through year-round workshops, seminars and the school's Summer Institute.
Fichte previously served as director of day services for Aspire of Western New York, Inc., formerly United Cerebral Palsy, where she provided administrative oversight and support for day habilitation, day treatment, supported employment, recreation and respite services to approximately 400 individuals with disabilities.
She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from the University of Pittsburgh.
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