RESOURCES FOR DEGREE AND CREDIT-BEARING CERTIFICATE STUDENTS

Robyn Dooley joined the College of Professional Studies as an academic advisor in 2018. A graduate of Immaculata University, she brings over 13 years of experience working in higher education. Robyn’s passion for academic advising originated, after she returned to school to complete her Bachelor’s degree in 2006. Drawing on her personal and professional experience, she has a clear understanding of the unique demands that adult learners face when balancing multiple responsibilities. With a holistic approach to advising, Robyn believes in meeting each student where they are. She is dedicated to helping students navigate the path to self-discovery and professional success.

Kirstin DeFusco Houtz joined the College of Professional Studies in 2019 where she manages the Advising Team for students enrolled in credit-bearing courses and degrees. Kirstin previously worked in the field of athletic academic advising for eight years, most recently at Louisiana State University where she was responsible for all support services as the primary advisor for five teams. She also worked at The University of Southern Mississippi, University of South Carolina, and St. Joe’s University. She has an individualized approach to every student and pushes them to strive for achievements beyond their perceived potential by teaching the importance of self-advocacy and strategies for academic and personal growth. A native of southeastern Pennsylvania, she earned her Bachelor's degree from Drew University and Master’s degree from Temple University.

Olivia D'Aiutolo Mendenall joined the College of Professional Studies as an Academic Advisor in 2020. Inspired by an advisor at her alma mater, Temple University, Olivia decided to pursue a graduate degree in higher education administration from William & Mary. During graduate school, she served as the Graduate Assistant for Student Engagement at Christopher Newport University, advising the Student Diversity and Equality Council, as well as working with transfer and commuting students. Olivia then went on to a position in advancement at William & Mary, spending most of her time with students and recent graduates. She has always had a "students first" mentality, and she believes in empowering each student to navigate their path to personal and professional success while she sits in the passenger seat, helping along the way.