Meet The Admissions Staff

Our staff is passionate about Chestnut Hill College and dedicated to help you through every step of the application process. We are here to answer your questions and welcome you to our cherished community at Chestnut Hill. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dan Etherton, B.A. '11

Dan Etherton Headshot 11-9-12Applicant Pool: First Year students with last names beginning with A-C
Office Location:
First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7072
Email: ethertondb@chc.edu 
Educational Background: 

B.A., Psychology - Chestnut Hill College
 

What I love about Chestnut Hill College:  The closeness of the campus community. How approachable all the staff and faculty are; whether that be in their office, walking through the halls, or in the Dining Hall. 

 

Best piece of advice for prospective students: Get involved! Students who get involved on campus early and often have a more enjoyable experience in school.  

 
Best memory from college: Playing four years of Division II baseball for Chestnut Hill and making it to the playoffs twice.  


Hagenbach_FixedMary Hagenbach, B.A.

Applicant Pool: First Year students with last names beginning with D - Hi 

Office Location: Ground Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7002
Email: Hagenbachm@chc.edu

Educational Background:  

B.A., Communications - Temple University

 
What I love about Chestnut Hill College: Chestnut Hill College is located in the heart of the Wissahickon Valley, surrounded by parks and nature as well as being a short train ride away from center city Philadelphia.

 

Best piece of advice for prospective students: Jump in head first! Get involved in as much as possible as soon as possible! Your college experience is only what YOU make of it.

 
Best memory from college: My semester spent studying abroad in London, UK


Darian MurtaghDarian Murtagh, B.A.

Applicant Pool: First Year students with last names beginning with Hj - Mc 

Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7003
Email: Murtaghd@chc.edu 

Educational Background:
B.S., Sociology - Gettysburg College

What I love about Chestnut Hill College: Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. You will never walk down a hallway without at least three people saying hi to you. Also the campus is BEAUTIFUL!

 
Best piece of advice for prospective students: Always visit a campus in person; it’s the best way to determine if you will be able to call that place your home.

 
Favorite dessert: Apple Pie!

 
Favorite pastime activity: Taking my two beagles for runs in the park


Brieanne Rogers 11-9-12Brieanne Rogers, B.S.W.

Applicant Pool: First Year students with last names beginning with Md - R 

Office Location: Ground Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7027
Email: RogersB@chc.edu

Education Background:
B.S.W. Bachelors of Social Work - Millersville University

What I love about Chestnut Hill College: 

The location is the PERFECT place to go to school; the cozy and safe atmosphere of the suburbs, with the culture and history of Philadelphia at your fingertips!

 
Best piece of advice for prospective students: 

Seek out clubs and organizations in your field of interest. It’s a great way to make the transition into college seamless, while making a ton of friends!

  
Best memory from college:  

Attending National Association of Campus Activities conferences with the student activity programming board. 

 
My favorite vacation:  

Walt Disney World!


John Oles, M.S.John Oles

Assistant Director of Admissions  

Applicant Pool: First Year students with last names beginning with S - Z 
Office Location:
First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7093
Email: Olesj@chc.edu

Educational Background:
B.A., Communication - University of Scranton
M.S., Secondary Counseling and Human Relations - Villanova University

What I love about Chestnut Hill College: The campus is beautiful and very close to Fairmont Park! A perfect balance between city and nature.

 

Best piece of advice for prospective students: Take time to come and see the campus of Chestnut Hill College. Walk through the halls, peek into a classroom and explore the many amazing spots on campus.

 
Currently reading: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand

 
My favorite vacation: Visiting and exploring Costa Rica.


Mike TerranovaMike Terranova, B.A.

Coordinator of Transfer Students / Assistant Men’s Lacrosse Coach
Applicant Pool: Transfer Students
Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7007
Email: TerranovaM@chc.edu 

Education Background:

B.A., Communication - SUNY Buffalo

What I love about Chestnut Hill College: The closeness of the community and its consistent growth year after year.

 
Best piece of advice for prospective students: Complete your application as soon as possible so that you have plenty of time to receive and review financial aid awards and credit evaluations!

 
My favorite vacation: The Adirondacks in Upstate New York.

 
My passion: Coaching lacrosse.


Moira BarrettMoira Barrett

Application Manager
Office Location: Ground Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7703
Email: barrettm2@chc.edu 


Brian O'NeillBrian O'Neill

Director of Enrollment Management
Office Location: Ground Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7701
Email: oneillb@chc.edu 


Stephanie Williams

Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7001
Email: williamss@chc.edu 


Lori Boccuzzi

Lori Boccuzzi, M.S.

Director of Admissions
Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7134
Email: BoccuzziL@chc.edu

Educational Background:
B.S., Marketing - Fairfield University
M.S., Administration of Human Services - Chestnut Hill College


Theresa Cute

Prospect Manager
Office Location: Ground Fournier Hall
Phone:
215.248.7006
Email:  tcute@chc.edu 


Gillian Chapline

Interim Marketing Manager  

Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall
Phone: 215.248.7135
Email: chaplineg@chc.edu  


Trachanda Brown, M.L.A.Ms. Trachanda Brown, M.L.A.

Applicant Pool: International Students

Office Location: First Floor Fournier Hall

Phone: 215.242.7989

Email: brownt2@chc.edu 

 

Educational Background:  

B.A., International Studies- Latin American Studies; Minor Spanish – Lock Haven University of PA

M.L.A., Liberal Arts- Global Studies- Lock Haven University of PA 

 

What I love about Chestnut Hill College: The welcoming and safe environment, the picturesque campus, and the quality of the academic programs.

 
Where I have travelled: Mexico, Spain, Japan, South Korea, China, Morocco, France, England, Germany, Czech Republic, India, Tunisia, Panama, Costa Rica, Andorra, Canada, Austria, Belgium, Netherlands, Portugal, Italy, Luxemburg, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and various places all around the United States.

 
Favorite pasttime activity: Cooking for my friends and family.