Contact Admission

Valerie J. (Seiden) Campbell, Associate Director of Admission
Recruitment Territory: Middlesex and Essex Counties in Mass.
E-mail: valerie.campbell@mcphs.edu

Welcome! Thank you for visiting MCPHS online. As an assistant director of admission I have many roles in the office including coordinating travel for the recruitment staff and overseeing the freshman file review process. Most importantly, my main focus is to help guide you through the admission process so that you may reach your goal of becoming an MCPHS student. I am originally from Foxboro, Mass., and hold a Bachelors of Art in Public Relations and Marketing Communications. I am happy to speak with you should you have any questions about MCPHS or the admission process. Best of luck during your college search!

Julie J. Donlon, Director of Operations for Admission
Having worked at MCPHS for over twenty years, I have seen the college grow tremendously, yet still keep an intimate feel. As Director of Operations for Admission, it is my job to oversee any inquiries you may have, and help you through the application process. I have found it especially rewarding to see the success many of our former students have achieved, and knowing that I and the rest of the Admission staff got them started on their way.

William R. Dunfey, Special Assistant to the Executive Director of Admission
Recruitment Territory: Western and Central Massachusetts; New York City

Thanks for your interest in MCPHS! We are so proud of being a "specialty" college educating students who aspire to positions of leadership in their chosen health care fields. I am a long-time admission officer - over 30 years in the profession - and relish the opportunity to speak with students and their families about our college and the advantages of studying and living in Boston (the Hub of the Universe!), Worcester, or Manchester. I encourage you to explore our web site, learn about educational opportunities here, and take the next appropriate step: inquire, visit, apply, or attend.

Sara A. Flynn, Coordinator of Transfer Admission - Pharmacy and Nursing
Recruitment Territory: Transfer applicants to the PharmD and Nursing programs on the Boston Campus
E-mail: sara.flynn@mcphs.edu

Thank you for your interest in MCPHS! In the Admission Office, I work specifically with transfer students. Helping students meet their educational goals has long been my utmost goal, and I am excited that you are considering MCPHS to complete your dreams. As you will notice throughout our College, our faculty and staff are dedicated to your education at every step of the way. Boston's Longwood Medical Area possesses an enormous amount of resources for students that will - without a doubt - enrich your college experience. MCPHS brings together a community that is passionate about healthcare and committed to meeting the needs of the future. Transferring to a new college can sometimes be a challenging experience and I encourage you to contact me with any questions. Good luck!

Tara (Crawford) Hennessy, Coordinator of Graduate Admissions and Transfer Counselor
Recruitment Territory: Transfer applicants to the Dental Hygiene, Radiologic Sciences and Premedical and Health Studies programs as well as applicants to all graduate programs (including the Physician Assistant Studies program) and postbaccalaureate certificate programs.
E-mail: tara.hennessy@mcphs.edu

Hi and welcome to the MCPHS website! I am originally from Wrentham, Mass., went to school in upstate New York, and then moved back to the area and haven’t left since (I couldn’t stay away from Boston for too long!). If you have any questions about graduate and certificate programs please feel free to contact me! I also coordinate transfer admission for the following programs: Dental Hygiene, Radiologic Sciences, and pre-med. I know that trying to narrow down your college search can be a daunting task; I encourage you to contact me with your questions and concerns. Good luck with your college search and hope to see you on campus for a visit!

Angela Jones, Admission Counselor
Recruitment Territory: Maine; New Hampshire; Vermont; New York City and Long Island
E-mail: angela.jones@mcphs.edu

Hi, my name is Angela Jones. As a graduate of one of the Colleges of the Fenway, I have a unique understanding of what it's like to live, learn, and work in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area. I look forward to answering your questions about all that MCPHS has to offer!

Caitlin C. Melia, Transfer Admission Counselor
Recruitment Territory: Transfer Applicants to the PharmD and Nursing programs on the Boston campus

Hello, my name is Caitlin Melia and I am a Transfer Admission Counselor. I am a Massachusetts native and enjoy sharing my love of New England with prospective students and their families. I like interacting with prospective students and discussing the rewards of pursuing a career in the health care related fields. MCPHS is located in such a great area with so many opportunities for students to enrich their education. I hope you will decide to visit our campus and say hi.

Julie K. Mellott, Admission Counselor
Recruitment Territory: Greater Boston, Pennsylvania, Western N.Y. state, Mid-Atlantic U.S., Mid-West U.S., and Western U.S.
E-mail: julie.mellott@mcphs.edu

Thanks for expressing an interest in MCPHS! I relocated to Boston from Pennsylvania after working five years in higher education, and I can personally attest to all of the educational, cultural and social opportunities the city has to offer! MCPHS is situated conveniently in the heart of Boston’s Longwood Medical and Academic Area and just minutes away from Fenway Park, Fanueil Hall, Boston Common and so much more. Boston is the best place to live and learn!

As an admission counselor, I bridge both first-year freshman and transfer file review, so please don’t hesitate to contact me with questions. I am excited to assist you through your college search and to help you explore all that an education in Boston and at MCPHS has to offer!

Sandra Y. Mercado, Admission Receptionist
My name is Sandra and being the Office of Admission Receptionist I’m always happy to answer any questions you may have regarding your application status or scheduling you for visits. Providing prospective students with information on open houses and other future events is always a pleasure. My goal is to answer your phone call as quickly and efficiently as I can and to make you feel welcomed whenever you do visit. Best wishes in your college search!

Lori A. Muir, Admission Assistant
Hello, my name is Lori Muir and I am an Admission Assistant. It is my job to process applications, assist with telephone calls, help with event planning and perform various office tasks. Thank you for considering MCPHS as part of your college search. We are a renowned college that will prepare you for a rewarding and exciting career in health care. I hope that when you come to MCPHS, you will find the college and the city of Boston as exciting and charming as I do. Best of luck in your academic pursuits!

Nicole R. Pio, Assistant Director of Admission
Recruitment Territory: New Jersey and Central and Western Massachusetts
E-mail: nicole.pio@mcphs.edu

Hi! My name is Nicole and I am the counselor for freshman and transfer students who come from New Jersey and central and western Massachusetts. I am originally from New Jersey, attended college in Connecticut and now reside in Boston. I can certainly relate to students coming from my territory. I have been working here at MCPHS for three years and have loved every minute of it. Every day at MCPHS there is something new and exciting happening. A world or opportunity awaits you here and I would love to share it with you. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions either by email, a campus visit or at a college fair in your local area. Good luck with your college search and hope to hear from you soon.

Catherine O. Rogerson, Assistant Director of Admission & International Admission Liaison Officer
Recruitment Territory:Greater Boston, South of Boston and Cape Cod, Massachusetts; International
E-mail: catherine.rogerson@mcphs.edu

Welcome to the MCPHS website. As a freshman admission counselor, I work with prospective students who are from Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts. I’m also responsible for international applicants- did you know that MCPHS currently has students from over 34 different countries around the world? The College’s Boston campus is a great place to live and study for students who are looking for a career in health care. Good luck with your college search, and I hope that you will plan a visit to MCPHS soon!

Joshua Swanson, Admission Assistant
Hello! My name is Joshua Swanson, and as an Admission Assistant, it is my job to process your applications. Having spent my whole life in New England, I can tell you that this area has a lot to offer in many different fields. When you choose MCPHS, you will be selecting a college that has a great faculty as well as an institution that will open many different doors to the health care industry. I hope that you will stop by to visit and see all that MCPHS has to offer.

Megan E. Verell, Assistant Director of Operations for Admission
Hi, my name is Megan. I have worked in the Longwood Medical Area for fifteen years, the last eight at MCPHS. My first job was as the Admission receptionist, which was a great introduction to the College community. Currently, one of my responsibilities is to process and oversee mailings to prospective students. I find working in the Admission Office to be a rewarding experience and never cease to be impressed by the perseverance of our students.

Marcy E. Winokur, Admission Counselor; Alumni Volunteer Coordinator
Recruitment Territory: Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Southern U.S.
E-mail: marcy.winokur@mcphs.edu
My name is Marcy Winokur and I work with students from Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York (Hudson Valley), as well as the Southern U.S. states. I am originally from Madison, Connecticut (located between New Haven and New London). I attended college in California, so I know how hard it can be to move away from home for school! I have been in the admissions field for over two years, and what I enjoy most about my job is meeting with students who are interested in pursing careers in the field of health sciences. Our location in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area, our involvement with the Colleges of the Fenway consortium, and the city of Boston provide opportunities for students to grow academically, socially, and personally. I look forward to working with you during the college admissions process!

Jim Zarakas, Admission Assistant

Hello my name is Jim.

I'm a native of Indiana and have been in Boston for 17 years. I process applications as well as other duties and you may hear my voice if you call the Admission Office.

Kate Metzger, Assistant Director of Operations for Admission
Hi, my name is Kate. I am the Assistant Director of Operations for Admission at the Worcester Campus and I thoroughly enjoy speaking with all prospective students and answering admission questions. My responsibilities also include processing applications, scheduling appointments, and maintaining applicant files. I began working at MCPHS after graduating from the University of Hartford where I studied communications.

Denise Sansoucy
It is a pleasure welcoming you to our Worcester office. I will be at the front desk greeting you and ensuring your visit to our campus is rewarding. Please ask questions! I have worked in customer service for 25 years and want to assist you through your admission process in any way I can.

Bryan J. Witham, Director of Admission- Worcester and Manchester
Recruitment Territory: All transfer applicants for accelerated PharmD (Worcester & Manchester), the accelerated, 16 month, postbaccalaureate BSN (Worcester) program, and the postbaccalaureate Physician Assistant Studies (Worcester) program.
E-mail: bryan.witham@mcphs.edu

Welcome to the MCPHS website - I hope you find answers here to the questions you have about our programs and the application process. If you have specific questions about applying to MCPHS, or if you have a unique situation/background, I encourage you to contact me directly. One of the reasons I enjoy my job is getting to know each of the applicants and assisting them throughout the entire admission process. The admission office hosts many on-campus events for visiting MCPHS and we also schedule one-on-one advising sessions. So please schedule a visit soon, or call and introduce yourself - I look forward to working with you.

Barbara Jellie, Enrollment Services Specialist
Recruitment Territory: Postbaccalaureate Physician Assistant Studies (Manchester) program
E-mail: barbara.jellie@mcphs.edu

I have worked in higher education for 20 years and thoroughly enjoy my contact with prospective students. It is wonderful to meet individuals, explain our programs, receive applications, welcome the new students, watch them grow and learn through our curriculum and congratulate them as they graduate and become health care providers and contributing members of their communities. I hope you will consider MCPHS for your education; I would certainly like to meet you!

Erika K. (Messinger) Couture, Assistant Director of Admission
Recruitment Territory: All transfer applicants for accelerated, 16 month, postbaccalaureate BSN (Manchester) program and accelerated PharmD (Manchester) program.
E-mail: erika.messinger@mcphs.edu

Greetings from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences! My Name is Erika Messinger, and I am an Admission Counselor on our Manchester, NH campus. I work with students applying to the accelerated Doctor of Pharmacy and the accelerated postbaccalaureate BSN Program. Manchester, NH is the city I grew up in, and I am excited to be assisting students who are enthusiastic about learning in this wonderful city. I am happy to answer any questions you may have about applying to our programs. Good luck with the application process and I hope to see you for an on campus visit!

Bryan J. Witham, Director of Admission - Worcester and Manchester
Recruitment Territory: All transfer applicants for accelerated PharmD (Worcester & Manchester) and accelerated, 16 month, postbaccalaureate BSN (Worcester) program.
E-mail: bryan.witham@mcphs.edu

Welcome to the MCPHS website - I hope you find answers here to the questions you have about our programs and the application process. If you have specific questions about applying to MCPHS, or if you have a unique situation/background, I encourage you to contact me directly. One of the reasons I enjoy my job is getting to know each of the applicants and assisting them throughout the entire admission process. The admission office hosts many on-campus events for visiting MCPHS and we also schedule one-on-one advising sessions. So please schedule a visit soon, or call and introduce yourself - I look forward to working with you.