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Meet Transfer Services Staff

Staff

Jeff Sarahs smiling with short brown balding hair, mustache and beard wearing a blue and white pinstriped button up shirt and blue tie under a blue zip up sweater

Degrees
AA, Liberal Arts (Massasoit)
BS, Psychology (BSU)
MEd, Student Affairs Counseling (BSU)

Why do you enjoy working at BSU?
The campus community is so welcoming - between the faculty, staff, and students, BSU is an environment that makes you feel supported, energized, and empowered.

Best thing about BSU?
The students - each day we meet with students from all different walks of life and the fact that those students entrust in us to assist and be part of their academic and career journey is very special.

Fun Fact:
I was once a BSU transfer student, and I also played on the baseball team here at BSU.

Pro-tip for success in college
Take time to explore your personal values and make sure the career you intend to pursue aligns with those values.

headshot photo of Jaclyn Cowell with shoulder length light brown straight hair wearing a black blazer over a light blue blouse

Degrees
BA, Business Administration, minors in Political Science and Management Information System (New England College)

Why do you enjoy working at BSU?
I am fortunate to work for a university that really embraces its transfer students. Transferring can be an overwhelming process, between the transfer credit evaluation, cost of attendance and joining a new community. BSU truly helps ease the transfer student’s mind and enables them to discover that BSU is the right choice and a place they can call home.

The best thing about BSU?
The opportunities! From internships to study abroad to undergraduate research, BSU offers it all!

Fun Fact:
I met my husband when we were both admission recruiters for other institutions. I also attended college in a town called Henniker, the ”Only Henniker on Earth”!

Pro-tip for success in college:
Really soak in your core requirements. It might just spark an interest in a field you never thought of pursuing before!

Connect with Jaclyn
Phone: 508.531.2157
Email: jcowell@bridgew.edu
Book a 1:1 appointment

headshot photo of Lauren Kelly with long dark brown hair wearing a cranberry colored sweater

Degrees
BS, Adolescence Education: Social Studies (State University of New York (SUNY) Oneonta)
MA, Higher Education Administration (Stony Brook University)

Why do you enjoy working at BSU?
I love the students that we work with, and my ability to support them through their undergraduate careers. I’m passionate about access to education for all, and want to do everything in my power to help students succeed.

The best thing about BSU?
The students and the resources available to support them while they complete their degrees! Plus the robots that deliver food are pretty cool too!

Fun Fact:
Most of my friends from college, including my now husband, were transfers, which is how I got involved in the transfer world!

Pro-tip for success in college
Use your resources! Struggling in class? Go to your professor and tutoring, nobody likes to feel lost or confused. Need help finding an internship? Go to Career Services! Stressed? Talk to the Counseling Center! It’s hard to be successful in your classes if you’re not feeling well physically or mentally.

Connect with Lauren
Phone: 508.531.1484
Email: l4bailey@bridgew.edu
Book a 1:1 appointment

Brad Walker smiling with light brown receding hair and a stubble shadow of a beard and mustache wearing a navy blue polo shirt

Degrees
BS, Psychology (BSU)
MEd, Mental Health Counseling (BSU)

Why do you enjoy working at BSU?
I enjoy meeting with so many new students and having the opportunity to support them through such a unique transition in their academic careers. The decision to transfer in college introduces change which can be exciting, and it can also make your head spin with questions about the process. It is a pleasure to work at a university that values the transfer student community and at Transfer Services, we truly strive to help ease this process as students proceed forward at BSU in pursuit of their goals and aspirations.

The best thing about BSU?
The students! They are the heartbeat of BSU and represent the energy, opportunity, and pride that can be experienced all throughout the campus. Each student has their own story leading them to BSU and it is a privilege to be a part of that journey.

Fun Fact:
I transferred not once, but twice in college as a student! Those experiences led me to BSU and ultimately graduating (also twice!) and now working here at Transfer Services.

Pro-tip for success in college:
Keep an open mind toward yourself as a student and toward your peers. The core curriculum presents an opportunity for students to learn more about their interests but also discover people, subjects, fields, and careers you may not have previously had exposure to. Another pro-tip, stop by Transfer Services to say hello and ask questions!

Connect with Brad:
Phone: 508.531.2284
Email: b1walker@bridgew.edu
Book a 1:1 appointment

Graduate Assistants

Bella MacNeil smiling with long light brown hair wearing a strapless white top with a purple sash and graduation cord draped over her shoulders

Hometown
Lancaster, MA

Where did you receive your Undergraduate Degree from?
Stonehill College!

What did you major in?
Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education and Psychology, with a minor in
Speech-Language Pathology; K-5 Teacher Certification, State of Massachusetts, 2023

What Master’s Program are you enrolled in?
Speech-Language Pathology

What are your career goals once you complete your degree?
My goal is to work with adults who have cognitive-linguistic impairments to better their thinking and/or communication abilities as well as their overall basic needs.

Best thing about BSU?
The faculty and staff are amazing whether it be for academics or just everyday life .They truly want you to succeed and will provide you with the resources to do so.

Fun Fact:
In my free time, I run, hangout with friends/family, read, and bake. I also have two Australian labradoodles that love to be walked!

Connect with Bella
Phone: 508-531-2686
Email: transfercentral@bridgew.edu

Transfer Ambassadors

Abigale Burns smiling with long blonde hair wearing a denim jacket leaning on her elbows on the beach

Hometown
Marshfield, MA

Year at BSU
Sophomore

Major/Minor
Criminal Justice with Concentration in Victimology

Where did you transfer from?
The Army as a military police officer!

Do you live on campus or commute?
Live on campus.

Best thing about BSU?
All the clubs and organizations that keep the student life active!

Fun Fact:
I own two sheep.

Connect with Abigale
Email: transferambassador@bridgew.edu

Maria smiling with long straight light brown hair wearing black rim glasses and a light brown button down sweater

Hometown
Brockton, MA

Year at BSU
Junior

Major/Minor
Biology

Where did you transfer from?
Regis College

Do you live on campus or commute?
I live on campus

Best thing about BSU?
The amount of opportunities and resources available to students.

Fun Fact:
I am currently doing neuroscience undergraduate research in the biology department.

Connect with Maria
Email: transferambassador@bridgew.edu

Joshua Nichols smiling with short dark brown hair wearing a maroon polo shirt under a navy blue fleece with neck zipper

Hometown
Kingston, MA

Year at BSU
Freshman

Major/Minor
Business Management

Where did you transfer from?
UMass Dartmouth

Do you live on campus or commute?
Commute

Best thing about BSU?
The campus and the size of the classes.

Fun Fact:
I love fishing and playing frisbee.

Connect with Joshua
Email: transferambassador@bridgew.edu

Michaelle Saint-Cyr smiling with medium length black hair wearing a black and gray striped blazer

Hometown
Brockton, MA

Year at BSU
Senior

Major/Minor
Criminal Justice

Where did you transfer from?
Bunker Hill Community College

Do you live on campus or commute?
Commuter

Best thing about BSU?
Everyone is willing to help and the beautiful campus that makes you feel at home.

Fun Fact:
I speak four languages which are Haitian Creole, French, Spanish and English.

Connect with Michaelle
Email: transferambassador@bridgew.edu