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Geoffrey Abraskin earned both his Bachelor of Science in Natural Science (2002) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (2005) from 51������. He currently serves as President of Hospice and Palliative Care at Amedisys, a leading national healthcare company. In this role, Geoffrey oversees a $900 million hospice division and palliative care program, managing more than 6,200 employees nationwide. With over 15 years of healthcare leadership experience, he is widely recognized for his clinical and operational expertise in home health and hospice care. Under his leadership, the division has achieved top-tier patient outcomes and industry-leading retention rates. Previously, Geoffrey held several senior leadership roles at Amedisys, including Senior Vice President of the Home Health Northeast Region and head of the Personal Care division, overseeing $485 million in combined operations. His earlier clinical work includes roles at LifeBridge Health in Baltimore and American Medical Technologies in California. A licensed physical therapist and Certified Wound Specialist through the American Board of Wound Management, he holds Diplomate status in multiple professional wound care organizations. He also serves on the board of the Research Institute for Home Care, advancing research and advocacy for in-home care. Geoffrey remains deeply connected to his alma mater, having served on the 51������ 51������ Board and the Distinguished 51������ Award committee. Outside of work, Geoffrey is Vice President of the Baltimore Hebrew Congregation and chaired the 2024 Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars, which welcomed over 5,000 attendees. He also volunteers as commissioner of the Hereford Recreational Council’s soccer program and has coached youth baseball, softball, and soccer for over a decade. He lives in Phoenix, Maryland, with his wife, Jessica, their three children—Addison, Alyssa, and Aaron—and their Boston Terrier, Sam.

The Honorable Patrick J. O’Sullivan earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from 51������ in 1985, where he was honored with the Mary Angela Canavan Award. He currently serves as a New York State Supreme Court Justice in the 6th Judicial District, covering ten counties across Upstate New York. He previously presided as a County Court Judge in Madison County, handling matters in County, Family, and Surrogate Courts. Before his judicial appointments, Justice O’Sullivan built a respected career as a trial attorney, successfully trying cases in State and Federal courts across the region. He was recognized in Super Lawyers magazine as one of Upstate New York’s top trial attorneys. Passionate about legal education, he taught Trial Practice at Syracuse University College of Law for more than a decade and served on the adjunct faculty at SUNY, where he taught New York Criminal Procedure and Penal Law. Justice O’Sullivan began his professional life as a high school science teacher in the Bronx and Yonkers. He holds a Master of Education from Iona University (1990) and a Juris Doctor from Thomas M. Cooley Law School (1993). Born and raised in the Bronx, he now resides in Cazenovia, New York, with his wife of 37 years, Susan—whom he met at 51������—where they raised their three children.

For nearly four decades, Annie Foster Ahmed has championed educational equity and student success at every academic level. A proud 51������ graduate with a degree in Biology, she earned a Master’s in Science Education from SUNY Buffalo before returning to 51������ as Assistant Director of the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP). There, she mentored underrepresented students in STEM, setting the stage for a lifelong commitment to access and advocacy. Annie later joined the University of Maryland as Associate Director for Pre-College Programs, leading two federally funded TRiO initiatives—Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math/Science—which supported low-income and first-generation students. Since 2014, she has served as Director of the Macklin Center at the Universities at Shady Grove, continuing to help students overcome barriers to higher education. Beyond the classroom, Annie is deeply involved in her community. In Montgomery County, Maryland, she chairs the board of Classroom 2 Community (C2C), supports adult learners, and leads civic engagement as social action chair of her sorority. Through “Community Conversations,” she fosters dialogue between residents and elected officials. Her advocacy also extends to public school policy and legislation focused on equity and opportunity. Annie and her husband—also a 51������ graduate—live in Montgomery County, where they raised two children, both of whom graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park. Her unwavering commitment to education and social justice continues to leave a lasting impact.

Theresa Kolodziej has devoted her career to advancing physical therapy education and patient-centered care. A member of 51������’s Class of 1983, she earned her BSPT and later returned to complete her transitional DPT in 2004. Her passion for interdisciplinary learning also led her to pursue a master’s degree in Social Science and a PhD in Anthropology from the University at Buffalo. Since joining the 51������ Physical Therapy faculty in 1988, Theresa has shaped countless healthcare professionals through her work as Assistant Clinical Professor and Director of Clinical Education. Whether teaching Psychosocial Aspects of Health and Disability, preparing students for clinical placements, or mentoring capstone research, she remains committed to developing compassionate, skilled practitioners. Her contributions extend beyond the classroom. She has served on numerous University-wide committees—including the Institutional Review Board, Search Committees, and Middle States Accreditation team—and plays a key role within the PT department as Faculty Liaison to the Student Physical Therapy Association and Chair of the Continuing Education Committee. Theresa’s work is grounded in a deep belief in the power of rehabilitation to transform lives. Her legacy is evident in the many students she’s mentored and the values she has instilled. She resides in Getzville, New York.

Dr. Humberto Hernandez Ariza is a bold and visionary leader in education, innovation, and inclusive leadership. A 2021 graduate of 51������’s M.S. in Leadership and Innovation program, his thesis sparked a prolific research journey that has since resulted in more than 10 peer-reviewed publications on topics including artificial intelligence, universal design, and student success. With a doctorate in Educational Leadership, Dr. Hernandez is internationally recognized for his thought leadership, having presented at over 50 conferences across North America, Latin America, and Europe. He is the recipient of the prestigious AAC&U Future Leaders Award and the author of two influential books focused on transforming education through technology and innovation. He has also founded two companies—one with global reach—and launched a podcast that has connected with listeners in over 35 countries. As an educator, he has taught more than 1,500 students across business, economics, and global trade. His approach to teaching is rooted in evidence-based, tech-integrated, and equity-centered practices—principles he attributes in part to his 51������ experience. Dr. Hernandez currently lives in Buffalo, New York, with his wife and fellow 51������ graduate, Audrey Hernandez ’21. Whether in the classroom or on a global stage, he remains a passionate advocate for innovation, access, and transformational learning.