Meet our Team: Paige Begley
When Paige Begley joined our student support team last October, she was an instant success in the role. Paige truly enjoys connecting with students as well as faculty, and they enjoy working with her. Paige believes the biggest compliment is when a student requests to work with her again because they had such a positive experience the first time around. This is something that motivates Paige every day and contributes greatly to her success as a Student Support Specialist. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about one of the people who is dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Student Support Specialist for the Online Science Prerequisite Courses. I work with students who are taking our non-matriculated science courses and support them from the… Read More >
Tags: Science Prerequisites for Health Professions | SPHP | Student Support Spotlight | Team SpotlightMeet our Team: Kaitlin Cole
Meet Kaitlin Cole, a Student Support Specialist for the Master of Social Work degree program. Katie joined UNE in in the spring of 2017 after earning her BA in Political Science with a minor in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine in 2015. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Student Support Specialist for the Master of Social Work program. Where are you from? I was born and raised in Portland, Maine but my whole family is from northern Maine so I spend a lot of time up there. It is fairly diverse here in Portland compared to the rest of the state and I think a lot of… Read More >
Tags: Master of Social Work | MSW Student Support | Social Work | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet our Team: Whitney Hutchinson
Meet Whitney Hutchinson, a Student Support Specialist II for the Master of Social Work degree program. Whitney joined UNE Online in March of 2016 and has a background in counseling and higher education. Whitney earned her M.S. in Counseling from the University of Southern Maine and holds National Certified Counselor (NCC) credentials. She is passionate about assisting UNE Online’s MSW students and helping them stay on track in their programs. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Student Support Specialist for the Master of Social Work Online program. Where are you from? I’m a Mainer! I grew up in the small town Buckfield, Maine which is in the Western mountains. What’s your favorite dessert?… Read More >
Tags: Master of Social Work | MSW | MSW Spotlight | Social Work | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet our Team: Ashley Tellier
At the young age of 28, Ashley Tellier’s experience in the higher education industry is already impressive. Since her professional career in higher education began in 2011 she has gained extensive experience in the areas of Advising, Admissions, Registration, and New Student Orientation. Ashley started at UNE Online in her current role as a student support specialist last fall and she’s been impressing her coworkers with her vast array of skills and talents ever since. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Student Support Specialist for the Online Science Prerequisite Courses – specifically working with students enrolled in Medical General Chemistry I & II and Physics I & II. I assist students through… Read More >
Tags: Science Prerequisites for Health Professions | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Greg Andrews
If you were to look up dedication in the UNE Online dictionary, you would find a picture of Greg Andrews. Greg’s commitment to his students is inspiring, and because of it, he’s become a household name to many of his students. He’s also a native Mainer, and New England sports aficionado, affectionately naming his cat after the famed Red Sox alum Nomar Garciaparra and dubbing a Patriots win as part of his ideal Sunday afternoon. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I’m a Student Support Specialist here at UNE Online. I support all of our graduate-level Education students – from Master’s to Doctoral, and everything in between. I’ve been here for about two and a… Read More >
Tags: CAGS | Ed.D | Education | Graduate Programs in Education | MSEd | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Zachary York
Meet Zac York, a Student Support Specialist for our Graduate Programs in Public Health (GPPH). Zac started at UNE Online about a year ago and he’s been having a great time ever since. Zac and his team have a lot of fun, and he genuinely enjoys working with them. Zac’s great listening skills, positive attitude and sense of humor make him a strong asset to his team members as well as the students he works with. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I’m a Student Support Specialist. I help students navigate through the program and facilitate their success in any way I can. Where are you from? I’m from the lovely, dazzling city of Waterville,… Read More >
Tags: Graduate Certificate in Public Health | Master of Public Health | MPH | public health | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Laura Schulz
Meet Laura Schulz, a Student Support Specialist at UNE Online. Laura earned her BA in Education and Psychology from Stonehill College and her M.Ed. in School Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Laura joined UNE Online in the spring of 2017 and is dedicated to supporting the students of the Master of Social Work program. Laura is also enrolled in UNE Online’s Master of Public Health program, and heads up the College’s Green Team! At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I’m a Student Support Specialist working with students in our online Master of Social Work program. Where are you from? I grew up in New Jersey, then went to college in… Read More >
Tags: Master of Social Work | MSW | Social Work | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Jonathan Chavoustie
Master of Social Work Course Descriptions *Please review the UNE Academic Catalog for the full and most up-to-date UNE online MSW course descriptions and program information The UNE Online MSW program is a fully CSWE-accredited program. This program provides the flexibility to choose from three specializations when designing your educational course plan, to best meet your specific personal and professional goals. Courses are offered 100% online with timely, relevant content taught by dynamic faculty of practitioners, researchers, and educators. Traditional and Advanced Standing tracks are available in the online MSW. Please note the following when making course selections: Degree requirements, course plans, and the curriculum framework vary for each track option Required courses are offered every semester Electives are designated as enrichment and advanced Traditional students MUST complete their foundation field experience (SSW 522) before taking specialization courses – required and electives Advanced students can take enrichment and advanced electives. However, if a student is seeking licensure after graduation, they should take two advanced… Read More >
Tags: Applied Nutrition | Graduate Programs in Applied Nutrition | Graduate Programs in Health Informatics | Health Informatics | Master of Science in Applied Nutrition | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Brendan Parsons
Brendan Parsons works as a Student Support specialist on our Graduate Programs in Education. Standing tall at 6’5” it’s safe to say Brendan is our tallest staff member. When Brendan isn’t helping his coworkers access items on top shelves, he’s assisting current and prospective students with everything from registration to transcript requests. Brendan’s cool, calm demeanor allows him to work well under pressure and the students he supports often praise him for being easy to talk to. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We like sharing a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. Here’s more about Brendan: What do you do at UNE Online? I started as a Student Support Specialist for the Science Prerequisites program. That team is unique among Student Support Specialists as they work with students during the registration process… Read More >
Tags: Education | Graduate Programs in Education | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Emily Roach
Emily Roach is a Portland transplant who hails from the great Midwest state of Ohio. She is a Buckeye through and through, but she’s slowly becoming a Red Sox nation convert. Emily is a rockstar Student Support Specialist, and her passion for problem-solving ensures that each one of her students is guaranteed a pathway to success. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Support Specialist for our students in the Graduate Programs in Public Health. Once a student is accepted into their program, I become their first point of contact here at UNE Online. My job is to provide students with a personal connection that is sometimes lost in online education settings, and… Read More >
Tags: Graduate Programs in Public Health | MPH | student success | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Josh McFarland
Josh McFarland works as a student support specialist for our Science Prerequisite Courses for Health Professions. Josh is without a doubt, the happiest and most hydrated person in the office! He always has his massive bright blue water jug at his side and big smile on his face. Even the more challenging days at the office can seem like a breeze in the presence of his positive energy. This positivity is a huge reason Josh is great at what he does. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am currently a Student Support Specialist for the online Science Prerequisite Courses. I assist prospective students with enrollment questions and the registration process, and I’m also here… Read More >
Tags: Science Prerequisites for Health Professions | SPHP | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Sam Ross
Sam Ross is the Senior Student Support Specialist for the Science Prerequisites for Health Professions suite of courses. Sam has more than 15 years experience working with and supporting students in higher education. Sam is a valuable asset to his team as well as the students he works with. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am the Senior Student Support Specialist for our extremely popular online Science Prerequisite courses. Most of the students I work with are trying to fulfill a requirement to get into some type of health professions program. Knowing that I’m a part of helping people reach such a significant goal makes even the more challenging days worth it. Where are you… Read More >
Tags: Science Prerequisites for Health Professions | SPHP | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Jason Asdourian
As a Student Support Specialist for students enrolled in deadline-based programs, there’s no one who understands that time is of the essence better than Jason Asdourian. As a former Civilian for the Army, Jason learned the value of time and prides himself on getting things done now, if not yesterday. At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Student Support Specialist for our Graduate Programs in Education. I help our students throughout the entirety of their program and work with them to resolve any issues or speed bumps they may encounter. Student Support Specialists are kind of like a concierge for the student. Where are you from? I grew up in South Portland, Maine…. Read More >
Tags: Graduate Programs in Education | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Lisa Shaker
At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. Meet Lisa Shaker Lisa is a Senior Student Support Specialist at UNE. Sometimes Lisa feels like she never left college; after graduating from the University of New Hampshire with her BA in Communication, Lisa immediately started a career in higher education, working at Dartmouth College, the University of Maine School of Law, and Southern New Hampshire University before joining UNE in 2014. Lisa even went on to earn her MS in Higher Education Administration from New England College. What do you do at UNE Online? I am a Senior Student Support Specialist here at UNE Online! Until March, I supported students in the Graduate Programs in Public Health. I was recently promoted to a new role… Read More >
Tags: Master of Social Work | MSW Spotlight | Social Work | student support | Student Support SpotlightMeet Our Team: Hayley Kinsella
At UNE Online students are our top priority, and their success is what drives each and every one of us to do what we do. We’d like to share a little bit about the people that are dedicated to making that happen every day. Meet Hayley Kinsella Hayley is a Senior Student Support Specialist who has been working at UNE for about three and a half years. Hayley’s favorite part of her job is graduation, and finally meeting in person the students who she’s worked with virtually throughout their student journey at UNE. When she’s not at work, Hayley can be found scouring the beach for sea glass, walking her golden retriever, or rooting for the New York Rangers. What do you do at UNE Online? I supervise all of our Student Support Specialists in the Applied Nutrition, Health Informatics, Education, and Public Health graduate programs, while also serving as the student support specialist for several Public Health students. In… Read More >
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