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!

I was born in Worcester and grew up in the nearby town of Holden. All of my education has taken place right here in Worcester County! I attended Wachusett Regional High School and am a recent graduate of the College of the Holy Cross. At Holy Cross I majored in Theatre Design and minored in Environmental Studies. I was also involved in many campus activities including working as a tour guide for the Office of Admission, playing bass drum in the Goodtime Marching Band, serving as Co-Director of Sustainability for the Student Government Association, and I participated in department and student-run theatrical productions.

After graduating I worked for a non-profit organization that promotes and supports local food systems. What I enjoyed most from this position was working with people to help them reach their personal and professional goals. Now, as a member of the Clark Graduate Admissions team, I am excited for the opportunity to advise and guide prospective and accepted students as they pursue their academic and career goals. When I am not on campus you can find me enjoying coffee at one of Worcester’s many amazing cafés, reading a massive fantasy book, baking bread and desserts for myself and friends, or traveling to Amherst or Boston to visit friends and family.

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!

I was born and raised in Lilongwe, Malawi which is located in southeast Africa and known to many as the warm heart. I came to the United States to purse my higher education and earned my associates degree in management at Quincy college where I played soccer, and went on to receive my Bachelor’s degree in management at Bridgewater State University and was a part of the track and field team. After working a year for an industrial supply company, I decided to pursue a postgraduate degree and earned my MBA at Fitchburg State University and worked as a graduate assistant at SGOCE.

As a Graduate Coordinator I find great joy in helping students through the application process as I know too well how daunting the journey can be, especially for international students as I was once in the same situation. Outside of work, I enjoy playing and watching basketball as well as outdoor activities. I believe that the world is full of good people, and if you can’t find one, try to be one for the next person.

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.

Hello! I am Jigyansha Dahal (Jiggy), and I belong to the beautiful land of lush green forests, vividly diverse plains, and the home of the tallest mountain in the world—Nepal. Currently pursuing my Master of Science in Business Analytics, I have had the best learning experience in the last two semesters at Clark. I completed my undergrad in BBA in Nepal and worked in the banking and finance industry for 3 years.

For me, I have always had an inquisitive mind driven by the desire to understand how data has distinct purposes in various arenas. This enthusiasm led me to pursue MS Business Analytics, which by far has been my most fulfilling academic decision, and Clark played a crucial role in making it big.

I love reading books and interacting with people, which is why I like Dana Commons and Academic Commons the most among the campus spaces. As a Graduate Assistant Ambassador, I am excited to share my experiences and help prospective students make their Clark transition a smooth and remarkable one.

Hey! I am Monisha Kannan, currently pursuing my master’s in Marketing Analytics at Clark University. I was born in the southern part of India but lived in various cities, moving every two years and experiencing the diverse and vibrant culture of the country. Before attending Clark, I worked for an experiential travel company and during that time, I realized the power marketing can hold on any product. It can either break it or make it and thus started my passion for building a career in marketing and to get into the depths of this so-called power.

Relocating to a new country or place can be daunting, especially for an international student like myself. However, being here and interacting with a diverse community makes me feel like I belong here. There are abundant opportunities for not only professional but also personal growth. Clark offers me a wonderful platform to showcase my talents and enhance my professional skills. The main thing that attracted me towards Clark was the how they had unique courses like Blockchain, Crypto and AI along with the basic marketing courses which I believe is the future of any industry. And to add to that, they have a really good sports center, Kneller which is my happy place and always will be.

I thoroughly enjoy meeting new people, and being a Graduate Assistant at Clark provides me with the opportunity to do so, while also assisting new students in gaining a better understanding of their course, the University, and Worcester.

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.