Stella Scata (She/Her) Director, Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions
Stella Scata (She/Her)
Director, Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions
Education: BSW, social work, Salem State University; MSW, social work, Westfield State University
Hometown: Hull, MA
Favorite Place on Campus: School of Social Work
Advice for future Vikings: Get involved! You'll meet some of your best friends and have such fantastic memories to reflect upon!Email Stella
Isha Banks (She/Her/They/Them), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Isha Banks (She/Her/They/Them)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: BA, Japanese language and literature, University of Massachusetts Amherst; MA, teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), Middlebury Institute of International Studies
Hometown: Palm Coast, FL
Favorite place on campus: The library
Advice for future Vikings: Take advantage of the opportunities and resources provided! Get involved in events and organizations on campus! Make the most of your time in college so that you can look back fondly on your time here without regrets.
Elaine Concepcion (She/Her/Ella) Assistant Director, Transfer Admissions and Dual Enrollment Coordinator
Elaine Concepcion (She/Her/Ella)
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Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Dual Enrollment Coordinator
Education: BS, criminal justice and psychology, Salem State University
Hometown: Lawrence, MA
Favorite Place on Campus: The library
Advice for future Vikings: Get Involved! Try something new; get out of your comfort zone. A college education does not just encompass what you learn in the classroom, there are many enriching life lessons found outside of the classroom as well. Take advantage of all the opportunities at your disposal, and you will receive an amazing education and a fruitful rewarding life experience!
Gianna Forlizzi (She/Her), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Gianna Forlizzi (She/Her)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: BA, philosophy, English and Spanish minors, Salem State University
Hometown: Peabody, MA
Favorite place on campus: North Campus Quad
Advice for future Vikings: Ask for help when you need it! There are tons of campus resources and people to help you succeed.
Sharon German (She/Her/Ella), Transfer Admissions Counselor
Sharon German (She/Her/Ella)
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Transfer Admissions Counselor
Education: BS, Media and Communication, Public Relations, Salem State University
Hometown: Lynn, MA
Favorite place on campus: Gassett Fitness Center
Advice for future Vikings: College is more than just academics—it's a time of growth, exploration, and discovery. Be intentional with your time and your choices. And remember: You belong here. Trust your journey and make this next chapter count. Email Sharon
Jackson Greeno (He/Him), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Jackson Greeno (He/Him)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: BA, public relations, Curry College
Hometown: Reading, MA
Favorite place on campus: O’Keefe Complex
Advice for future Vikings: Try new things, get involved and explore all the opportunities Salem State has to offer!
Jobita Mao (She/Her/Ella), Associate Director of Admission for Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach
Jobita Mao (She/Her/Ella)
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Associate Director of Admission for Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach
Education: BS, business administration, criminal justice minor, Salem State University
Hometown: Lynn, MA
Favorite Place on Campus: Third floor of the library
Advice for future Vikings: Step out of your comfort zone. Get involved and ask questions —you never know who and how you're going to connect with others.Email Jobita
Nadine Thenstead (She/Her), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Nadine Thenstead (She/Her)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: AA, business administration, North Shore Community College; BA, business administration, Salem State University
Hometown: Kingston, Jamaica
Favorite place on campus: The library
Advice for future Vikings: Do not be afraid to reach out to your professor with any questions you may have or if you are struggling in a class and need extra clarification. They want you to visit them during their office hours. They also will welcome an email or a phone call from you. All the professors are here to ensure and encourage all their students are successful. Reach out! They are waiting to hear from you.
Anna Urena Luna (She/Her/Ella), Assistant Director of Visitor Services
Anna Urena Luna (She/Her/Ella)
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Assistant Director of Visitor Services
Education: BS, criminal justice, Salem State University
Hometown: Salem, MA
Favorite Place on Campus: Starbucks and the Admissions Office
Advice for future Vikings: Don’t be afraid to ask for help, make new friends, and experience new things!
Wes Utsler (He/Him), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Wes Utsler (He/Him)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: BA, political science, Otterbein University
Hometown: Columbus, OH
Favorite place on campus: Ellison Campus Center
Advice for future Vikings: Ask for help when you need it. There are many resources around campus to help you succeed.Email Wes
Terry Wheeler (They/Them/Theirs), Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Terry Wheeler (They/Them/Theirs)
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
Education: BA, psychology and sociology, The Ohio State University
Hometown: Phuket, Thailand
Favorite Place on Campus: Esports Lounge
Advice for future Vikings: Mental wellness is just as important as physical wellness. Take some time to find a space where you can relax, recharge, and focus on putting your best self forward.