PERSPECTIVES | Alumni Speaker Series

Hear how UB architecture graduates have designed their careers through the Perspectives speaker series. Build your network, cultivate mentorship, and learn about diverse career trajectories and work experiences in a casual, conversational format that encourages Q&A. 

Headshot of Stephanie Randazzo Dwyer.
Stephanie Randazzo Dwyer (MArch '95)

Thursday, September 18, 2025
12:00 p.m. | 330 Crosby Hall | Zoom
 Stephanie is a Partner and Design Principal at Machado Silvetti, with nearly three decades of experience in the field, overseeing cultural and educational projects. Influenced from a young age by the industrial and art deco architecture of Buffalo, NY, she has been involved in notable works such as the Denver Art Museum’s North Building Project and master plans for institutions including the Chazen Museum and the McNay Museum of Art. Active in the Boston Society for Architects Women’s Principal Group, Stephanie is committed to fostering equitable practice while creating spaces that connect art, learning, and community. Resource: Machado Silvetti

Todd Graci (MArch ’12, BS ’10)

Thursday, October 23, 2025
12:00 p.m. | 330 Crosby Hall | Zoom
Todd Graci is the Director of Stadium Construction for the Buffalo Bills and helped oversee the building of the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. He earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Architecture from the University at Buffalo. Resource: UB Career Design Studio

Graci joined the School of Architecture and Planning in 2005, eager to turn his love of building—Legos, blocks, and more—into a career. He began as a concrete laborer and completed internships with the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, gaining hands-on experience in renovations, additions, and campus construction projects. It was there he discovered both his talent and “the itch for construction management.” Resource: UB AtBuffalo

Headshot of Kevin Trout.
Kevin Trout (BPS '98)

Thursday, November 13, 2025
12:00 p.m. | 330 Crosby Hall | Zoom
Kevin is an Architect and Principal at Scott + Partners in Vermont. He received his degree in architecture from the University at Buffalo and his experience ranges from institutional and commercial work to adaptive reuse and preservation projects across western New York State and Vermont. He is registered in both states. Resource: Scott + Partners Architecture

PERSPECTIVES Zoom recordings are available upon request at eychow@buffalo.edu.

Share your story

UB Alumni, would you like to share your story and professional experiences with our students? We would love to hear from you! If you are interested in participating in our Perspectives speaker series, please reach out to Professional Development Coordinator Elaine Chow at eychow@buffalo.edu.

TOPICS: Public Programs, Perspectives - Alumni Speaker Series, Events, Fall, 2025

Published August 18, 2025