Why HACC?: After working as a consultant for the HACC Admissions Department, I am thrilled to join the team as executive director of admissions. I truly believe that education is best facilitated through partnership with the people, organizations and industry in a community. I am eager to partner with future students in Pennsylvania and beyond to help make their education and career dreams a reality.

Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio

High school attended: John F. Kennedy High School

College attended: Bethune-Cookman University and Penn State University

Degree(s)/major: Bachelor’s of Science in Biology; Master’s of Education in Higher Education

Interest/hobbies: I enjoy dancing, storytelling and spending time with my amazing husband and two children.

Why HACC?: As an alumna of HACC, I am very proud of all that HACC has to offer its students and communities. I am passionate about helping students reach their goals. I can walk you through the step-by-step process of furthering your education at HACC.

Hometown: Hanover, PA

High school attended: Hanover High School

Colleges attended: HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College; Penn State York; Walden University

Degree(s)/major: BS in Business Marketing/Management, MBA in Marketing

Interests/hobbies: I like traveling, watching movies and spending time with family and friends.

Why HACC?: Once you have the knowledge, no one can take it from you. HACC has created an open and safe door for education. HACC creates the space where students can gain the knowledge and education for their future success.

Hometown: Ogden, Utah

High school attended: Ogden High School, Utah

College attended: Weber State University, University of Phoenix and San Diego State University/Claremont Graduate University.

Degree(s)/major: B.A., communication with an emphasis in public relations; MBA, business administration; and Ph.D. in progress, education leadership policy

Interests/hobbies: I love the beach and the waves of the ocean. I enjoy meeting new people. I love listening to music and reading.

Why HACC?: I am a proud HACC alumna who fell in love with higher education through my own journey as a nontraditional student. Since then, I've had the pleasure of working for two community colleges in addition to HACC, and I am beyond excited to be back where it all began! As an adult student who earned degrees later in life, I believe strongly that it's never too late to learn something new, and that learning is for everyone - regardless of background. I look forward to helping the amazing team at HACC continue to make education accessible to all!

Hometown: Frederick, MD

High school attended: Frederick High School

College attended: HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College; Penn State University

Degree(s)/major: Associate degree in criminal justice from HACC; bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Penn State

Interest/hobbies: I am an avid fiction reader, enjoy all sorts of movies and TV and enjoy meeting new people. I love to travel (though I don't get to do so as much as I'd like). I especially enjoy spending time with my fiancé, our three daughters and our spoiled dog.

Why HACC?: HACC strives to create a safe and supportive environment to learn and grow, which inspires me to be the best version of myself I can be for my students. I love to work with people and feel grateful to be able to help students achieve their goals. I am excited to get to know you and be part of your HACC journey!

Hometown: Port Angeles, WA

High school attended: Sequim High School

College attended: Spokane Community College; Gonzaga University; University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Degree(s)/major: B.A. in English, MFA in Writing

Interests/hobbies: I love to meet new people, have great conversations and hang out with my two cats. I also love to draw, listen to music and watch the city birds do their thing.

Why HACC?: HACC wants to see its students succeed, and the faculty and staff offer as much support as they can to students. HACC understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. I can help you during your application process. I enjoy helping people set and watching them achieve their goals.

Hometown: Harrisburg, PA

High school attended: Central Dauphin East High School

Colleges attended: Hampton University

Degree(s)/major: BA in Broadcast Journalism

Interests/hobbies: I like to travel, spend time with my family and cook. I enjoy browsing house listings, even though I’m not looking to buy

Why HACC?: As a proud HACC alumnus, I can attest that HACC will provide you with the knowledge you need to further your academic progress and develop the skills necessary to fulfill your professional goals in a small, fun and engaging learning environment.

Hometown: Lancaster, Pa.

High school attended: El Farahidi, Morocco

College attended: HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College; Penn State Harrisburg; West Chester University

Degree(s)/major: B.S. in Criminal Justice and M.S. in Human Resource Management (in progress)

Interests/hobbies: I like reading, soccer, tennis, traveling, movies, theater and outdoor activities.

Why HACC?: I consider myself an advocate for human rights, with one of those being the right to an education. As a community college, HACC offers many accessible routes for students to reach new levels of success with higher education. I love working in this field, and I love being able to assist students in reaching their educational goals.

Hometown: Stroudsburg, PA

High school attended: Notre Dame High School

College attended: Millersville University

Degree(s)/major: B.A. in psychology with a minor in English

Interests/hobbies: Painting, drawing, reading, traveling and spending time with my loved ones and my pets. My partner and I have three cats and three Leopard Geckos.

Why HACC?: HACC offers a supportive environment to ensure that your educational goals can be met. There are many amazing opportunities and resources available at HACC to support you in furthering your education. As your admissions counselor, I look forward to assisting you with the application process and helping you explore all that HACC has to offer!

Hometown: Elizabethtown, PA

High school attended: Elizabethtown Area High School

Colleges attended: Lebanon Valley College; Millersville University

Degree(s)/major: B.S. in Psychology; M.Ed. in School Counseling

Interests/hobbies: I enjoy reading, listening to music and spending time with my family, friends and two cats.

Why HACC?: HACC puts their students first and at the forefront. When I first came to HACC, I was welcomed with open arms, and I could feel the family environment. No matter where I am on campus, I am always greeted with respect and genuine joy. It is one thing to be a part of something, it is even better when you feel a part or included. HACC gives you the freedom to strive and be the best at what you want to be.

Hometown: Washington, NC

High school attended: Terra Ceia Christian School

Colleges attended: North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Degree(s)/major: Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology

Interests/hobbies: I enjoy working out, watching sports games, playing basketball and spending time with my family and friends.

Why HACC?: As a proud parent of two current HACC students, I can assure you that HACC is here to support you and provide you with the resources necessary to achieve your educational goals. I am a dedicated admissions counselor who will be by your side during every step of the college application process. I am here to offer encouragement and motivation and answer any questions. My goal is to guide students of all backgrounds and academic abilities to succeed in college and realize their full potential. I love sharing my passion for education and the college experience in general so feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.

Hometown: Chambersburg, PA

High school attended: Chambersburg Area Senior High School

College attended: Hagerstown Community College and Penn State University

Degree(s)/major: Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems; Associate in Science in Dietetics Food Systems Management

Interest/hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading and traveling to the beach.

Why HACC?: HACC is a great place to complete your education and receive support for your future career. HACC is here to help you, whether you move on to a four-year institution or start in the workforce. HACC provides resources and tools to help you succeed. I am a HACC graduate, and I am proud to have seen students walk the stage achieving their goals. I am excited to meet you and help you find your path to success.

Hometown:York, PA

High school attended:William Penn Senior High school

College attended: HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College

Degree(s)/major: Associate degree in early elementary childhood education and welding diploma from HACC

Interests/hobbies: I like to learn new skills, watch musical performances, try new foods and spend time with my friends and family.