Meet the Orientation Staff
Our team is here to welcome you and show you all that Merrimack has to offer.
Orientation Coordinators
Your Orientation Coordinators are upperclassmen selected to assist in the operations of the Orientation Program.
Hometown: Billerica, MA
Majors: Communication and Media
Minors: Digital Media production, film studies
One thing I wished I knew before Orientation: All the different opportunities and chances orientation can offer
Why I chose Merrimack: Merrimack has up to date facilities for my major, such as the TV studio and Radio Studio
Hometown: Warren, Rhode Island
Major: Business Administration: Accounting and Corporate Finance & Investments
Minor: Religious & Theological Studies
One thing I wished I knew before Orientation: The only way that you are going to grow is by stepping out of your comfort zone. It might be a little nerve-wracking at first but will only benefit you in the long run.
Why I chose Merrimack: I loved the opportunity for personal growth and development through the Girard School of Business and was incredibly intrigued by the Accounting Co-op program and opportunities for internships. The campus is also the perfect size, not too big or small, and the community is extremely welcoming, making me feel at home on my first day.
Hometown: Palmer, MA
Majors: English and Secondary Education
Minor: Women’s & Gender Studies
One thing I wished I knew before Orientation: That it’s okay to be completely yourself! It’s okay to be nervous about making new friends, but if you are just yourself then I promise you’ll find your people!
Why I chose Merrimack: I knew Merrimack was going to be my home away from home the second I stepped on campus. The small size and personalized feel from the start made me confident that I could easily find my place in the Merrimack community.
Hometown: Hamden, CT
Major: Communication and Media
Minors: Double Minor in Marketing and Religious and Theological Studies
One thing I wished I knew before Orientation: I wish I knew to come to Orientation with an open mind; if you go in with a positive outlook, you’ll leave with a positive outcome… I promise!
Why I chose Merrimack: When I came to an admitted students day, I just knew this is where I should call home. It was impossible to ignore how much community really meant to Merrimack and that sense of welcomeness I felt when I first came to campus has never waivered. I found the place where I truly belong and I can honestly say choosing Merrimack was the best decision I’ve ever made.
Orientation Captains
Your Orientation Captains are previous Orientation Leaders who are selected to assist with the student experience and the staff experience.
Hometown- Wakefield MA
Major- Corporate Finance
Favorite spot on campus- Sparkys
Favorite part of orientation- My favorite part about orientation is the countless memories that will be made and all the great relationships that I will make.
Hometown: White Plains NY
Major: Public Health
Favorite spot on campus: The Sakowich Campus Center
Favorite Part about Orientation: My favorite part of orientation is being able to interact with the new students by creating a positive environment for them and making them feel comfortable attending Merrimack!
Hometown: Norwood Massachusetts
Major: Business Administration
Minor: Marketing
Favorite spot on campus: The Hub
Favorite part about Orientation: Getting to meet so many new people, and making so many great memories!
Hometown: Lawrence, MA
Major: Mathematics and Education
Concentration: Secondary Education
Favorite spot on campus: First Floor of McQuade Library
Favorite Part about Orientation: My favorite part of orientation is all the different people you meet and see the lasting effects of what the students will do.
Hometown: North Haven, CT
Majors: Mathematics and Education
My favorite spot on campus: The Hub
My favorite part of Orientation: Being able to meet new people and gain close relationships with everyone on staff
Orientation Leaders
Your Orientation Leaders are comprised of upperclassmen who will work in small groups with all new students. They are a great resource for students to ask questions, share concerns, etc.
Professional Staff
Our professional staff helps to supervise our student leaders on campus and also work to shape the program for both students and families.
Teresa Aloi
Graduate Fellow for Orientation
Rebecca Jimenez
Associate Dean of Students
Caitie Regan
Director of Community Standards
