Meet Your Admissions Team

Our undergraduate admissions team is available to help you with your application, program insights, scheduling a visit, and financial aid. Please feel free to reach out to us anytime Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are here to help!

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Allison Garris

Dean of Admissions

  • Phone 203-576-4108
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Jacob Knox

Assistant Director of Admissions

  • Phone 203-576-4147
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Through my education, I have background in politics, French, and teaching. I truly believe that education empowers people, and I enjoy helping students obtain their professional goals.

In my free time, I like to cook, go on hikes, and root for the Patriots.

Favorite color: Blue
Favorite movie: Braveheart
Favorite book: The Plague by Albert Camus
Favorite food: Steak
Best part about my job: Meeting new people and helping them achieve their goals
Something you don’t know about me: I have owned 2 English mastiffs
Three words to describe me: Kind, loyal, diligent


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Erin Kirner

Admissions Officer

  • Phone 203-576-4859
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I received my bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Bowling Green State University (BGSU) in Bowling Green, Ohio. While at BGSU I worked as a peer educator in our Student Leadership office where I fostered a passion for higher education. I am excited to be back in the higher education space where I can work with students to navigate their next steps after high school.

Favorite color: Green
Favorite movie: The Intern
Favorite book: Anything from Christina Lauren
Favorite food: Pasta
Best part about my job: Making connections with students
Something you don’t know about me: I have a twin brother
Three words to describe me: Positive, friendly, empathetic


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Lycia Lopez-Torres

Admissions Officer

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I received my bachelor’s degree in psychology and my masters in school counseling from WCSU. Throughout my academic career there, I worked throughout different departments such as admissions and student involvement which led me to where I am today. I’m excited to help students find their next steps and can't wait to help in any way I can!

Favorite color: Dark green or blue
Favorite movie: Coraline
Favorite book: Hard to pick just one!!! The Fault in Our Stars is definitely high on my list!
Favorite food: Ramen or pasta
Best part about my job: Helping students through the application process and making connections
Something you don’t know about me: I’ve traveled to 8 countries and can't wait to see more!
Three words to describe me: Enthusiastic, genuine, empathetic


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Tanaka Saint Louis

Admissions Officer

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I hold a degree in social science from WCSU. Throughout my professional journey, education has remained a key focus. I firmly believe that everyone deserves access to quality and affordable education, and I am here to support others in achieving their educational goals.

Favorite color: Purple or black
Favorite movie: Ruby Bridges
Favorite book: The Bible
Favorite food: Pasta
Best part about my job: I get the opportunity to meet diverse students and help them excel academically
Three words to describe me: Assertive, selfless, friendly

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