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I am a true New England boy, and am an alumnus of Wesleyan, Yale and Uconn Law School. I was a double major in Political Science and Psychology and enjoy the intersection of the two. I have taught for over twenty years most recently as a professor of Law and Criminology at UB. I also lived in Hong Kong and taught test prep to some of the world's most aspirational students.

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Ryan’s Qualifications
Education & Certification

Undergraduate Degree: Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Graduate Degree: University of Connecticut - Doctor of Laws, Legal Studies

Hobbies

Hiking, antiquarian books, art, educational equity, modern art, philosophy, fly fishing and running.

Tutoring Subjects
Academic Coaching
ACT Writing
Administrative Law
American Literature
Clinical Psychology
College Application Essays
College English
College Level American Literature
Criminal Law
Elementary School English
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Essay Editing
High School English
High School Level American Literature
ISEE Prep
ISEE- Lower Level
ISEE- Middle Level
ISEE- Primary
ISEE- Upper Level
Law
Other
Philosophical Ethics
Phonics
Public Speaking
Social Sciences
Study Skills
Test Prep
Writing