Caroline Attardo Genco (copy)
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM · 1 min read
Caroline Attardo Genco, president of the University at Buffalo, stands for a portrait at the University at Buffalo South campus in Buffalo, Oct. 22, 2026.