My experience in admissions work in four regions of the United States and my years as a secondary school social studies teacher provide a broad background for analyzing admissions issues at all levels.

Experience

  • Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, ME
  • Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee
  • Dean of Admissions, Macalester College, St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Admissions Office, Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey
  • Social Studies Teacher, Dept. Chairman, Cold Spring Harbor Jr-Sr High School, Long Island, New York

 

Professional and Community Involvement

  • National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC) Current Trends and Future Issues Committee
  • Member, College and University Recognition Task Force (CURT), IB North America
  • International Schools Services, President Search Committee, Board Chair
  • European Council of International Schools (ECIS), North American Committee
  • TOEFL, Policy Council Member, Services Committee member
  • Chair, The Common Application Steering Committee
  • Member, National Committee on Schools, Princeton
  • Chairman, Suffolk County (New York) Alumni Schools Committee, Princeton

 

Education

  • Riverdale Country School, New York, New York
  • Princeton University, A.B..
  • Columbia University, J.D.

 

Admissions and educational consulting philosophy:

My educational consulting work relies on two things, in particular—expertise and integrity. The following values guide my work with clients.

  • I will help you clarify your goals and work with you to create a plan to achieve them. Success has to be the primary goal of any enterprise.
  • I am strongly service-oriented and enjoy interactive relationships. I will be readily available by e-mail and phone and will meet personally as feasible and appropriate.
  •  As we work together, we will maintain the highest ethical standards. I believe it is fully possible to “do well while doing good.”  
  • Education at all levels is fundamentally an intellectual process. Our work together will reflect a commitment to supporting the “life of the mind.” 
  • The welfare of students is always a primary concern. Whether I am assisting a student in navigating the college process or working with an educational institution, I am committed to the well-being of students.
  • At its best, work is fun. As we work together, my goal is for us to enjoy the process, enjoy our collaboration, and celebrate success together when we complete the journey.