Admissions

Favorite color: Yellow
Favorite movie: The Godfather, Part II
Favorite food: Rib eye steak
Best part about my job: Playing a small role in the success of our students
Something you don’t know about me: I was once a very shy person.

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I started at Goodwin in 2002 when the college was located on Burnside Avenue in East Hartford. I’ve been humbled by the growth of the college and our students ability to persist, all while juggling life’s challenges. I’m grateful to lead an enrollment team that is focused on helping people pursue their educational, professional, and personal dreams. It’s a great feeling to watch people find their purpose in life.

Favorite color: Blue
Favorite movie: The Godfather, Part II
Favorite food: Smoked ribs
Best part about my job: It never feels like ‘work’
Something you don’t know about me: I was an extra in an episode of Party of Five
Three words to describe me: Sincere, passionate, calm (mostly)

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I started working at Goodwin University in 2009. A motivating factor for me to pursue higher education was due to my family’s history. My family and I immigrated to the United States from Cambodia in 1981 due to a civil war where poverty, enslavement, torture, education and basic human rights were stripped. I want to help those who seek an education and a better life the same opportunity.

Favorite color: Varying shades of pink, purple, and blue
Favorite movie: Back to the Future Trilogy
Favorite food: Pho
Best part about my job: Connecting with people and learning about their personal, academic, and professional goals
Something you don’t know about me: I have black belts in Tae Kwon Do and Kung Fu.
Three words to describe me: A kid at heart, strong-willed, and optimistic

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I have been with Goodwin University since April of 2010. I enjoy working in the Admissions Department and helping our students achieve their goals. Prior to working as an Admissions Officer at Goodwin University I spent several years working in retail where I learned quickly how to balance being a full time student and having a full time job. I graduated from Central Connecticut State University with my Bachelor’s in English and a minor in Psychology and received my Master’s Degree in Education at University of St. Joseph.

Favorite color: Earth tone colors
Favorite movie: The Wizard of Oz
Favorite food: Pasta
Best part about my job: The students I help daily, and the people I work with
Something you don’t know about me: I help fund-raise annually for the American Liver Foundation
Three words to describe me: Patient, hardworking, fun

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I started my journey at Goodwin in 2012 after graduating with my bachelor’s degree in Communications in 2009. I come from a big Italian family that showed me how far passion and hard work will take you, and now I love helping students see their potential, follow their goals, and cheer them on along the way.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me spending time with my husband and son & our big extended family, dominating in word games (Scrabble, crosswords, you name it!), down at the beach, getting coffee & soy chai lattes, and seeing my friends as much as possible.

Favorite color: Black
Favorite movie: Father of the Bride (1 & 2)
Favorite food: Pasta carbonara & Chicken cutlets
Best part about my job: Our amazing staff and faculty, and the hardest working students I have ever met in my life! Every day, and every student, is unique and I love seeing students persevere to reach their goals.
Something you don’t know about me: I was once on an episode of MTV’s TRL and got to give an on-air shout out to my friends and high-five Ashton Kutcher.
Three words to describe me: Expressive, empathetic, reliable

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I joined the Goodwin Admissions Team in October 2018. I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in English from Westfield State University in 2012 and am currently completing my master’s degree in Organizational Leadership here at Goodwin. I love to spend time with family and friends, traveling, and binge watching Netflix when I have some down time.

Favorite color: Purple
Favorite movie: Mean Girls
Favorite food: Fried pickles
Best part of my job: The people I get to meet!
Something you don’t know about me: I’m very accident prone. I once broke my ankle in a rain puddle.
Three words to describe me: Fun, efficient, and caring

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I joined the Admissions team in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in counseling and human services from the University of Scranton. After spending the last few years teaching younger students in a classroom setting, I’m excited to get back to working with adult learners! Fitness and family are my passions, so outside of work, I’m either picking up heavy things at the gym or spending time with any one of my eight siblings!

Favorite color: Yellow
Favorite TV show: Friends
Favorite food: Peanut butter
Something you don’t know about me: I can leg press over 600 pounds
Three words to describe me: Supportive, sassy, determined

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I started at Goodwin University as an admissions officer in 2021, shortly after graduating from Eastern Connecticut State University. From Eastern I earned a bachelor’s degree in communications with a minor in business administration. In my free time I enjoy going to the beach, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. I also love to travel!

Favorite color: Blue
Favorite movie: Grown Ups
Favorite food: Tacos
Best part about my job: Helping students achieve their goals
Something you don’t know about me: I love Disney. I used to go a lot as a kid!
Three words to describe me: Adventurous, friendly, and hardworking

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I joined the Admissions team at Goodwin University in January 2024 as a member of the ARC. I recently transitioned over to an Admissions Officer in May 2024. I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s degree in communication. I love traveling and watching the New York Giants. In my free time you can catch me playing video games or going to the beach.

Favorite color: Blue
Favorite movie: Speed Racer
Favorite food: Steak or crème brûlée
Best part about my job: Helping people achieve their goals
Something you don’t know about me: I once rode a donkey up a mountain
Three words to describe me: Funny, gullible, hardworking

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I joined the Goodwin Admissions team in 2021 shortly after moving back to Connecticut from New Orleans. I received my BA in sociology from Loyola University of New Orleans in 2015. New Orleans is a magical city that will always have a special place in my heart. I am an avid animal lover and I am still involved with animal rescues in Louisiana. I am a huge Harry Potter fan! In my spare time you can find me reading, playing video games, or watching TV with my pets.

Favorite color: Green
Favorite movie: Pride and Prejudice (2005)
Favorite food: Sweet potatoes
Best part about my job: Helping people achieve their goals
Something you don’t know about me: I can’t whistle
Three words to describe me: Talkative, oddball, laid-back

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I joined the Goodwin Admissions Team in June 2023. I graduated with my BS in English secondary education from Southern Connecticut State University in 2021 and continued my education there graduating with my masters in English in May 2023. I have been a college student for 6 years and worked in college for the past 3 years and thrive in the atmosphere. In my free time you can find me reading, hiking, or lifting at the gym.

Favorite color: Lavender
Favorite movie: The Last Song
Favorite food: Veggie Ramen
Best part about my job: Getting to help students of all ages into college and to future careers
Something you don’t know about me: I can do 15 pull-ups in a row
Three words to describe me: Compassionate, resilient, and shy

I joined the Admissions team at Goodwin University in December 2023. I graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. I love my dogs and sports, especially watching the Boston Celtics. In my free time you can find me at the beach if itr’s good weather, and playing video games if itr’s not.

Favorite color: Pink
Favorite movie: Anything Marvel, especially Guardians of the Galaxy
Favorite food: Lobster
Best part about my job: The kind and funny people that I get to work with
Something you don’t know about me: I love to swim but have to hold my nose to go underwater
Three words to describe me: Empathetic, passionate, quiet

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Thatcher joined Goodwin University as an admissions officer shortly after graduating from Clark University in 2024. There, he received a BA in American and European history. In his free time he enjoys spending time with his cat Nyx, playing Legend of Zelda, and reading. (a little of everything but mostly historical fiction and sci-fi!)

Favorite color: Dark green
Favorite TV show / movie: The Sopranos / Little Women (2019)
Favorite food: Anything that comes out of the ocean!
Best part about my job: Connecting with students
Something you don’t know about me: I used to be a tour guide at Louisa May Alcott’s home
Three words to describe me: Dedicated, lighthearted, creative

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I joined the Goodwin Admissions team in February 2024. I graduated from Central Connecticut State University in May 2022 with a BA in strategic communications. I was very involved during my undergrad, I was a resident assistant on campus, an orientation leader, a tour guide and i worked at Starbucks on campus. I had a positive college experience, and I am happy to help provide the same for the students at Goodwin University! I love traveling, cruises are my favorite! In my free time, I enjoy playing Candy Crush and hanging with my puppy Journey.

Favorite color: Pink
Favorite movie: What Happened to Monday
Favorite food: Chicken alfredo
Best part about my job: Building relationships with students as they navigate college.
Something you don’t know about me: I got to attend the 2021 VMA’s red carpet and meet a bunch of celebs.
Three words to describe me: Funny, responsible, friendly

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I started working as an admissions officer in June 2023, but before that I worked as the assistant manager for the Goodwin Bookstore for three years. I graduated from Roger Williams University in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in graphic design communications and double minors in e-business and psychology. In my free time I enjoy reading, crafting, and spending time with my cat.

Favorite color: Pink, Purple, and Black
Favorite TV show: Greys Anatomy
Favorite food: Pizza
Best part about my job: Getting to help students reach their goals
Something you don’t know about me: I can only wink with my right eye
Three words to describe me: Caring, creative, hardworking

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Lori has been a part of Goodwin University’s admissions department since September of 2007. She attended Asnuntuck Community College but left to stay home and raise her daughter. She has a background in banking and process improvement which has helped her in her current position. Her true passion is traveling and she and her husband Jerry, who also works for Goodwin, have been to many exotic Caribbean Islands. When not traveling, Lori enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Favorite color: Pink
Favorite movie: The Man
Favorite food: Pizza
Best part about my job: The best part about my job is the independence.
Something you don’t know about me: I have para-sailed twice and one of my bucket list items is to skydive.
Three words to describe me: Free spirit, loving, hardworking

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