Meet the Office of Undergraduate Admission
Welcome to the Office of Undergraduate Admission at Roger Williams University! Meet the counselors who will review your application, coordinate your visits to campus and answer all of your questions about the admission process and the University, too.
Jacob Allen
Assistant Director, Campus Visit Experience
Assistant Director, Campus Visit Experience
B.A. Keene State College
Territory: Central Massachusetts, Greater Boston
Where are you from? Canton, CT
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? Convocation at the beginning of the fall semester. It is so much fun to welcome students and families to the Roger Williams community.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Baba Sushi, it's a great sushi spot right on the water!
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? You don’t have to know exactly what career path you want to go down right away. College is a time to explore and we have so many resources on campus to help you succeed in a career path that you feel is right.
Favorite music artist and TV show? I like all different genres of music, but my favorite artist is Fleet Foxes. I would have to say my favorite TV show is Breaking Bad.
Contact Jacob Allen
jallen@zo23.com
Text (401)-240-1051
Schedule a Meeting with Jacob Allen
Russell Azzarello
Assistant Regional
Director of Admission
Assistant Regional Director of Admission
B.A. Roger Williams University
Territory: New Jersey, Mid-Atlantic
Where are you from? Old Bridge, NJ
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? This has to be a three way tie between the Poetry Slam, the open mic nights hosted by WQRI, and the RWU Dance Club showcases. These events help highlight some of the amazing talent that we have on our campus and it's amazing to see amount of students who turn out to show their live and support for their peers during these events.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Rhode Island? A restaurant I'd absolutely check out is Siena in either East Greenwich or Smithfield for some fine dining. For a more local, casual spot check out Brick Pizza Co. My buddy and fellow RWU alumnus Chris helped build and design the place and it's a great example of how our students can make a difference in the local community!
Favorite music artist and TV show? Macklemore because his music is goofy like me but he also has some very deep messages hidden in his works. Television wise I love Haunting of Hill House and any of the Avatar series The Last Airbender or The Legend of Korra.
Contact Russell Azzarello
razzarello@zo23.com
Text (732) 716-2803
Schedule a Meeting with Russell Azzarello
Samantha Cole-Reardon
Assistant Director of Admission
Transfer Admission Coordinator
Assistant Director of Admission
Transfer Admission Coordinator
B.S. Bridgewater State University, M.S. Florida State University
Territory: Transfer Students
Where are you from? Marshfield, MA
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? Maybe it’s cheesy, but graduation is easily the best event of the year! Seeing students celebrate their hard work and cheer for the friends they made here is so special.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in the area? The Square Peg in Warren – amazing food with an amazing walk around downtown is the perfect recipe!
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Be gracious with yourself – you can (and should!) come up with a solid plan, but don’t worry if you veer off course. “Life is what happens when you’re making other plans,” and sometimes the best adventures will surprise you.
Favorite music artist and TV show? Hozier and Noah Kahan have taken over my Spotify Wrapped! My forever comfort show dynamic duo: Criminal Minds & Gilmore Girls … opposites attract?
Contact Samantha Cole-Reardon
scole-reardon@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1004
Schedule a Meeting with Samantha Cole-Reardon
Jenna Cutter
Admission Counselor
Admission Counselor
B.A. Roger Williams University
Territory: Connecticut (Western), New York (Hudson Valley and Upstate), Massachusetts (Western), Vermont
Where are you from? Melbourne, Australia
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? Late Night Breakfast
What’s one attraction you would recommend in Bristol? Colt State Park
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Make sure you take time to enjoy your new college adventure.
Favorite music artist and TV show? Dolly Parton!!
Contact Jenna Cutter
jcutter@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1026
Schedule a Meeting with Jenna Cutter
Abby Hamilton
Admission Counselor
Admission Counselor
B.S. Bryant University, M.S. Bryant University
Territory: Central and Eastern Connecticut
Where are you from? Grafton, MA
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? I love Spring Weekend, especially the carnival! The whole RWU community comes together for the event just as the weather is starting to get nice again so it is really good vibes all around.
What’s one attraction you would recommend in Bristol? The Beach House!
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Everyone is in the same boat being nervous in a brand-new environment and wants to make friends; go out of your way to introduce yourself and meet people as often as you can! Even though it can seem intimidating, it will be appreciated and very well received.
Favorite music artist and TV show? My favorite TV show is New Girl and my favorite artist is Maisie Peters!
Contact Abby Hamilton
ahamilton@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1071
Schedule a Meeting with Abby Hamilton
Kyler Jesanis
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Associate Director of
Admission
Associate Director of Admission
B.A. Roger Williams University, M.S. Worcester State University
Territory: Maine, and all Southern & Midwestern States, Northern Rhode Island, MA Outreach Schools, Boston
Where are you from? Tolland, CT
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? The Poetry Slam. It’s always a ton of fun and the students talent, passion, and creativity is inspiring.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Pomodoro Pizzeria! The food is incredible.
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Get involved in something outside of the classroom right away. It’s a great way to network, meet people, and build a community.
Favorite music artist and TV show? Ben Rector and The West Wing
Contact Kyler Jesanis
kjesanis@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1052
Schedule a Meeting with Kyler Jesanis
Amanda Marsili
Assistant Vice President for
Enrollment Management,
Dean of Admission
Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management,
Dean of Admission
B.A. Notre Dame of Maryland University
Where are you from? Brodheadsville, PA
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? Late Night Breakfast
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Bristol House of Pizza
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Try something new!
Favorite music artist and TV show? Don’t have one – will listen to anything playing on top 40 radio; Favorite TV Show – Scandal
Contact Amanda Marsili
Neisa Pimentel
Associate Director of Admissions,
Diversity & Access
Associate Director of Admissions, Diversity & Access
B.S. University of Rhode Island, M.Ed. Providence College
Territory: Northern RI, Providence, Southern MA, Cambridge
Where are you from? Providence, RI
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? Student Programs and Leadership Involvement Fair! You can feel the school spirit in one place and learn of the innovative ways students are combining their passions and hobbies into their academic experience.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? The Beach House, the views are *chefs kiss*
Favorite Music artist and TV show? Artist would be Summer Walker and TV Show is Girlfriends
Contact Neisa Pimentel
npimentel@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1028
Schedule a meeting with Neisa Pimentel
Lindsey Proulx
Senior Associate Director,
Enrollment Systems and Operations
Senior Associate Director, Enrollment Systems and Operations
B.A. Roger Williams University, M.S. Florida State University
Territory: Southern Rhode Island
Where are you from? Bradford, NH
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? CEN Bonfire
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in the area? Waterdog
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? You're allowed to change your mind. Explore areas that make you the most excited to learn more and go after them!
Favorite music artist and TV show? A good 90s throwback playlist and my favorite TV is anything by Shonda Rhimes but on Saturdays in the fall, it's college football.
Contact Lindsey Proulx
lproulx@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1066
Schedule a Meeting with Lindsey Proulx
Dmitry Satsuk
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Director of International
Enrollment
Director of International Enrollment
M.A. International Education, NYU
Territory: All International Students including South/Central/Latin America, Caribbean, Asia, Europe and all U.S. territories, New Hampshire
Where are you from? Minsk, Belarus
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? "Rep your flag" event put on by the Multicultural Student Union
If you could give one piece of advice to a first-year student, what would it be? Learn time management skills!
Favorite music artist and TV show? Vivaldi
Contact Dmitry Satsuk
dsatsuk@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1079
Schedule a Meeting with Dmitry Satsuk
Jacquelyn Savoie
Director of Admission,
Campus Visit Experience
Director of Admission, Campus Visit Experience
B.A. & M.S. Southern New Hampshire University
Where are you from? North Easton, MA
What's your favorite event or RWU Tradition? The annual 1, 2, 3 Weekend. This multi-day event includes great food and different activities to check out prior to the start of classes.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Thames Waterside Bar & Grill
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Take advantage of all the resources available to you. Whether it be faculty, your resident assistant, etc. we are all here to help you transition and make the most of your college experience!
Favorite music artist and TV show? Ruston Kelly and Parks & Recreation
Contact Jacquelyn Savoie
Heather Schramm
Sr. Associate Director Admission
Transfer Experience
Sr. Associate Director Admission, Transfer Experience
B.S. University of Maine, M.Ed University of Maine
Territory: Northern Rhode Island
Where are you from? Griswold, CT
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? The Weeks of Welcome! They are an amazing opportunity for students, returning and new, to get integrated with the campus and the community and feel at home.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Tong Phoon, I know when I was a student a solid pad thai was imperative to a productive study session.
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Get involved. There are so many wonderful opportunities for students to get involved on campus. Students who are involved not only build a wonderful network of friends, it also improves your academics!
Favorite music artist and TV show? For music I am all over the place. Currently I am really into folk music and Lizzo … intersectionality at its finest. For show(s), my top two of all time: Scrubs and Parks and Recreation.
Contact Heather Schramm
hschramm@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1074
Schedule a Meeting with Heather Schramm
Jessica Thibeault
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Assistant Director of Admission
Assistant Director of Admission
B.S. University of Rhode Island, M.S. University of Rhode Island
Territory: Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Colorado & Mountain Region States, Eastern & Central Connecticut
Where are you from? Wethersfield, CT
Favorite event or tradition: I love move-in weekend! There’s always so much buzz and excitement to start the new school year!
Restaurant: Thames Waterside Bar & Grill
Piece of advice: Get involved! Getting involved on campus is a great way to meet people and feel connected to RWU!
Favorite music and TV show: Music: I am really not picky! I’ll listen to anything! TV Show: New Girl
Contact Jessica Thibeault
jthibeault@zo23.com
Text (401) 240-1030
Schedule a Meeting with Jessica Thibeault
Amy Tiberio
Vice President for
Enrollment Management
Vice President for Enrollment Management
B.S. & M.S. Bentley University
Where are you from? Framingham, MA
What’s your favorite event or RWU tradition? My favorite RWU tradition is the Annual Theme. It’s really interesting for the enrolling class and the RWU community to read the same book, and then attend programs and lectures throughout the year that build on the theme and allow us to look at it through different lenses. It’s a great prompt for conversations and discussions across campus.
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? I recommend Beehive Café – it’s quirky and very delicious.
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? Think of this opportunity as a fresh start. You get to explore and embrace who you really are. College is your journey to learn about yourself, try new things, and take risks. Don’t talk yourself out of challenges and opportunities.
Favorite music artist and TV show? My favorite music artist is Ani DiFranco and favorite TV show is vintage Law & Order
Contact Amy Tiberio
Anna Walther
Assistant Director of Admission
Assistant Director of Admission
B.A. Roger Williams University
Territory: Long Island, New York City, California and Pacific Regions
Where are you from? Northampton, MA
What's your favorite event or RWU Tradition? SAGA’s Pride Week – especially, Queer Fest!
What’s one restaurant you would recommend in Bristol? Riccottis Sandwich Shop – I've been going here since I was a little kid; perfect sandwiches for day-trips to the Newport beaches!
If you could give one piece of advice to a first year student, what would it be? “College is like a buffet. You can eat the same three basic foods that you know that you like, or you can try different things and have the potential of discovering a new food that you never knew that you would love. Either way, the price is the same.” This applies to trying food at the dining hall, taking new classes, trying extracurriculars, or anything else – be willing to go into your challenge zone! (This is the same advice my mom gave me when she dropped me off at Roger in 2014 for my freshman year!)
Favorite music artist and TV show? I listen to almost any genre, but I do certainly love a good 2000s – 2010s throwback playlist. If I was choosing more current, it would be either JP Saxe or Kehlani. For favorite TV show, I’d say any crime shows or Netflix’s All-American.
Contact Anna Walther
awalther@zo23.com
Text (401)-240-1016
Schedule a Meeting with Anna Walther
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