Meet Our Team

Originally from Buffalo, NY, I studied journalism and legal studies at Ithaca College as an undergraduate student. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I moved to Massachusetts to pursue my master’s in higher education administration at Boston College. Since completing my master’s degree and before coming to Clark, I worked at several New England universities supporting students from all backgrounds interested in pursuing their graduate degrees. I recently completed my Ph.D. in educational leadership from the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. At Clark, my focus is on leading our admission team through the entire applicant lifecycle and supporting our incoming students through their onboarding process. When I am not at work or studying, you can find me hanging out with my husband, 1-year old son, and beagle!

Born and raised right here in central Massachusetts, I went on to attend Worcester State University where I received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Sociology. After graduating, I moved down to the wonderful state of Rhode Island! I have spent the past few years as an ESL teacher, and I just earned my master’s degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from the University of Rhode Island. I have recently found my passion for working in higher education as a Graduate Admissions Advisor here at Clark University! A college campus has always felt like home to me and as I help students with the application process, I hope Clark will start to feel like home to them. When I am not at Clark, I love spending time outside with my husband and our two dogs!

Born and raised in central Massachusetts, I studied French, Spanish, Polish, and Russian throughout high school and college, and earned a bachelor’s degree in Russian and Eastern European studies from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. I also earned a master’s degree in professional communication from Clark. I began my career in international education working for the U.S. Department of State in St. Petersburg, Russia. When I returned to the United States, I joined Johns Hopkins Medical and later worked at the Harvard International Office. I came back home to Worcester in 2000 when I became the director of the International Students and Scholars Office at Clark. Since then, I have worked to recruit and support international students during their time on campus and enjoy sharing with them all that Clark and Worcester have to offer!

I use she/her pronouns and hail from the Worcester area and Bay Area California. I am a proud first-generation graduate and advocate for access to education for all.  My lifelong interest in studying languages and translation has compelled me to study French, Arabic, and Swedish before deciding to study Mandarin as an undergraduate, which ultimately resulted in obtaining my bachelor’s and master’s degree in Mandarin Chinese.  I have five years of experience as an admissions counselor within the Worcester Consortium and am thrilled to help prospective students as they navigate their graduate program search and application process here at Clark! Outside of work, you can usually find me working on my latest creative project (paper crafts, collage, crochet, and knitting), tending to my beloved house plants, and working on my own translations for fun.

Born and raised in Springfield, MA, I completed my Bachelor’s in English and History with a minor in creative writing from Clark University. After a pleasant undergrad experience, I decided to stay at Clark for my Master’s degree in Communications through the School of Professional Studies. Since completing my degrees, I’ve been given the opportunity to continue my journey with Clark as I step into my professional career. I will be focusing on helping domestic students see if Clark graduate programs are the right fit for them! When I am not working, you can find me reading a good book (I’m always up to give and receive book recommendations) or playing with my cat Fantasma.

I love to travel and that’s what has driven me to work in the international education sector. In a career spanning more than a decade, I have worked with international education providers like The Princeton Review, IDP and Navitas. Massachusetts has a special place in my heart because it was the first place I visited in the U.S. I am fascinated with the educational quality and diversity of Clark University, and am excited to be part of the Graduate Admissions team.

Hi! I’m Sahan Maharjan, currently enrolled in the MS Finance Program. Born in the capital of Nepal, I am used to looking at mountains from the comfort of my home. Quick Fact about me- I’ve been to Everest! Before joining Clark, I worked over 4 years in Corporate Finance and Investment Management in a public company and my curiosity about finance has grown ever since! So feel free to reach out to me if you want to get started on anything finance. I completed my Bachelor of Business Administration – BBA Honors in Finance from Christ University, Bangalore where I grew familiar with a business environment.

I am interested in poetry, football and enjoy presenting and talking about finance. As a Graduate Assistant, I am helping prospective students in their journey to be a Clarkie. Being involved in the Admissions Office helps me interact with students from diverse backgrounds and build my communication as well.

Hello,

I’m Xinyu Zhang from China Inner Mongolia, a city known for its vast grasslands and the bold, warm spirit of its people.

My passion for marketing, coupled with my belief in the power of project management, has driven me toward a focus on marketing analytics. My journey began with a background in international trade, which naturally led me to pursue brand development and project mangement.

Throughout my academic and professional experiences, I’ve taken on leadership roles and actively engaged in volunteer work. These opportunities have connected me with diverse individuals, broadened my understanding, and significantly contributed to my personal growth.

I’m also an outgoing person who loves discussing music, swimming, and more. Working as a Graduate Assistant with the recruitment team has deepened my connection to the community. I greatly value the opportunity to make a positive impact and contribute to our shared success. I am a very focused person, passionate about my work, and hope that my passion can be perceived by more people!