First-Gen Advisory Board, Emerson College

Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower and uplift first-generation college students by providing them with a strong support system and advocating for their unique needs. We believe that every first-generation student deserves equal opportunities for success. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment where their voices are heard, and their experiences are valued.

Purpose

Enhance the programs and services of our respective departments for first-gen/low-income students.
Evaluate the needs of our diverse undergraduate and graduate student population.
Promote a campus environment of inclusion, self-awareness, intercultural engagement, and social responsibility.

Members

Christopher Grant

Pronouns: (He/Him/His)

Director, Student Success, Access & Belonging
Address
christopher_grant@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248650

Department Office of Student Success
Jade Carter-Smalley

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Assistant Director, Student Success, Access & Belonging
Address
jade_cartersmalley@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248650

Department Office of Student Success
Rebekah Dale

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Associate Director, Education Abroad & Domestic Programs
Address
rebekah_dale@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248567

Department Office of Internationalization & Equity
Tim Douglas

Pronouns: (He/Him/His)

Assistant Director, Academic Advising
Address
tim_douglas@emerson.edu Telephone 6178247876

Department Academic Advising Center
Schedule a meeting with Tim

Favorite Undergraduate Experience: Performing in Swolen Monkeys and attending the Kasteel Well program.

CliftonStrengths: Strategic | Empathy | Maximizer | Adaptability | Connectedness
Drew Genova

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Assistant Director, Career Access & Equity
Address
drew_genova@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248586

Department Career Development Center
Book an appointment with Drew Genova to learn more about your career and the programs we offer

Book an appointment
Shaylin Hogan

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Senior Program Manager, Graduate & Professional Studies
Address
shaylin_hogan@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248612

Department Graduate & Professional Studies
Elisanett Martinez

Assistant Director, Intercultural Student Affairs for LGBTQIA Services
Address
elisanett_martinez@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248642

Department Intercultural Student Affairs
Anthony Rodriguez

Pronouns: (He/Him/His)

Assistant Director, Student Success
Address
anthony_rodriguez@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248600

Department Office of Student Success
Carol Smolinsky

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Director, Financial Wellness, Education & Communications
Address
carol_smolinsky@emerson.edu Telephone 6178248655

Department Student Financial Services
Annie Kelly

Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)

Associate Director for Student Wellness and Support Services (LA Campus)
Address
annie_kelly@emerson.edu Telephone 3239526411

Department Los Angeles Program