A Team That’s Dedicated to Your Success 

Navigating the college application process is easier when you have the right people helping you make sense of it all. Our team of admissions counselors is here to help you through every step of the Lesley application process - from understanding requirements, to completing your application, to making sense of your financial aid award. Find your counselor here - we’re excited to connect with you.

Counselors for Undergraduate, Transfer, Adult Degree Completion, and Threshold Students:

Amanda Matarese - Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management, Visitor Services, and Events 

  • Area of focus:
    • Undergraduate admissions and enrollment operations
  • Email: amatares@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: p. 617-349-8851 / c. 857-286-9119 

Schedule a time to connect with Amanda

Jennine Tambio - Assistant Vice President of College Partnerships and Transfer Initiatives 

  • Area of focus:
    • Pre-transfer advising for all transfer applicants and degree completion applicants (adult learning, community college partnership, and online pathways).
    • Undergraduate Students from Essex County, MA
  • Email: jtambio@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 857-500-2191  

Schedule a time to connect with Jennine 

Mike McCarthy - Associate Director of Admissions 

  • Area of focus:
    • BFA Specialist
    • Regions: Online students, international students, Greater United States, Vermont, and Middlesex County, MA
  • Email: mmccart1@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 617-431-1284 

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Eric Pappas - Senior Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions 

  • Area of focus:
    • All transfer applicants and degree completion applicants
    • Undergraduate Students from Maine and New Hampshire
  • Email: eric.pappas@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 857-500-7266 

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Gianna Sfrisi - Assistant Director of Admissions & Events 

  • Area of focus:
    • First-year Students
    • Regions: New Jersey, New York City, Long Island, Rockland County, Massachusetts (South Shore, Cape Cod, Worcester County).
  • Email: gianna.sfrisi@lesley.edu  

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Ryan Villa - Assistant Director of Admissions & Athletics Liaison 

  • Area of focus:
    • First-year Students
    • Student-Athletes
    • Regions: Rhode Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New York (excluding New York City, Long Island, and Rockland County), Massachusetts (Western Mass, Milton, Lexington, and Waltham).
  • Email: ryan.villa@lesley.edu

Schedule a time to connect with Ryan

Amelia Rodriguez Josoy - Assistant Director of Admissions 

  • Area of focus:
    • First-year Students
    • Urban Scholars Initiative
    • BFA Specialist
    • Regions: Boston Metro Area
  • Email: amelia.rodriguezjoso@lesley.edu;
  • Call or text: 857-360-5077 

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Counselors for Graduate Students:

Debbie Mosher - Associate Vice President of Enrollment Initiatives 

  • Area of focus
    • Graduate admissions
    • Partnerships
    • Early access college programs
    • Cohorts
  • Email: dmosher@lesley.edu 

Robin Laskey - Director of Graduate Admissions and Partnership Recruitment 

“I have always been impressed by Lesley’s unique academic program offerings, strong reputation for providing training to educators and counselors, and commitment to the arts, social justice, and community service.” 

  • Area of focus
    • Graduate Certificates in Expressive Therapies
    • PhD in Expressive Therapies
    • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Email: rlaskey@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 617-595-5111 

Schedule a time to connect with Robin 

Stephanie Correia - Associate Director 

“Lesley focuses on making the world a better place by training teachers and counselors to be some of the most well-respected professionals in their fields.” 

  • Area of focus
    • Education PhD programs
    • Education Graduate Certificate programs
    • M.Ed. and license-only Reading Specialist programs
    • Master of Business Administration (MBA) program
    • MFA in Creative Writing program
    • MFA in Visual Arts programs
  • Email: scorreia@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 617-894-4396 

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Audrey Owens - Associate Director 

"Lesley University is where education meets real-world impact. As a university, Lesley is committed not only to its students but also to the communities that those students will positively affect with their Lesley education. Lesley values all learners, giving each student the tools they need to be successful educators, clinicians, and alumni of the University. Emphasizing personal and intellectual growth, civic engagement, and experiential learning, Lesley is in pursuit of a better tomorrow, and I am proud to be a part of this community!" 

  • Area of focus
    • Counseling Psychology Master’s degree program
    • Counseling Psychology PhD
    • Mindfulness Studies
  • Email: aowens16@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 857-488-7698 

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Evan McAlice - Assistant Director 

"I admire the ways in which Lesley’s graduate programs pull in a diverse range of learners who are all interested in the relationship between pedagogy and real-world practice. With guidance from Lesley’s astounding faculty and advisors, students are presented with unique opportunities to examine educational systems in an interdisciplinary and immersive way." 

  • Area of focus
    • All Graduate teacher education programs leading to initial teaching license for students with last names M-Z
    • All Expressive Therapies Master’s Degree programs (last names H-M)
  • Email: evan.mcalice@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 781-999-3445 

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Hannah Noser - Assistant Director 

“Lesley not only offers ground-breaking work and accolades in education, mental health, and art and design, but also provides a strong sense of community for all students, faculty, and staff.” 

  • Area of focus:
    • Expressive Therapies Master’s Degree programs (last names A-G)
    • All Graduate teacher education programs leading to initial teaching license for students with last names A-L
  • Email: hannah.noser@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 617-631-2881 

Schedule a time to connect with Hannah 

Matt Jones - Assistant Director 

"Lesley University is where education, mental health, and the arts intersect, empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences to create meaningful change. I was drawn to Lesley’s commitment to social justice, experiential learning, and its supportive community, where every student is valued and encouraged to grow. It’s inspiring to be part of a university that not only educates but equips graduates to transform the communities they serve." 

  • Area of focus:
    • All Expressive Therapies Master’s Degree programs (last names N-Z)
  • Email: matt.jones@lesley.edu
  • Call or text: 978-690-7328 

Schedule a time to connect with Matt