{"id":1032,"date":"2024-07-30T20:41:58","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T20:41:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/?page_id=1032"},"modified":"2025-10-09T09:01:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T13:01:02","slug":"meet-the-academic-advising-staff","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ocean.edu\/student-resources\/advising-and-transfer-services\/meet-the-academic-advising-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet Our Staff"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Meet the Academic Advising Staff!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to Academic Advising! Our Mission is to assist students in accomplishing their academic and lifelong learning goals. Academic Advisors are available by appointment and for drop-in advising throughout the academic year. We look forward to meeting with you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Anna Regan
Executive Director, Academic Advising<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> aregan@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105G \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2018<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BS, Education, Villanova University; MA, Higher Education Administration, The George Washington University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:<\/strong> Running, reading, going to the beach, and most of all spending time with my daughters!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students who are close to graduating! It\u2019s great making sure they\u2019ve completed all of their requirements and discussing their next steps!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Michele Connolly
Associate Director, Academic Advising<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> mconnolly@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105N \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2005<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA, Psychology, Monmouth University; MA, Teaching, Monmouth University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:<\/strong> Have passport, will travel! Yoga, Running, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Surfing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students who are unsure of their major! I too was undecided and confused (still am!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make An Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Victoria Cinquegrana-Rod
Assistant Director, Advising & Transfer Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> vcinquegrana@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105C \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2884<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA Communications (Journalism & Media), Felician University, MSEd Student Affairs, and College Counseling, Monmouth University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests: <\/strong>During the summer, I live on the beach! I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling to new places, and photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students as they are starting a new chapter of their educational journey especially first-generation college students who seek assistance regarding the college process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make an Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Laura Wills
Director of Transfer and Articulation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> lwills@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105E \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2822<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA, Psychology, Georgian Court University; MA, Counseling Psychology: Community Counseling (LPC), Georgian Court University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:<\/strong> Cooking\/Baking, Gardening, Music, Non-Fiction, Exploring NJ\/Hiking\/Beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students who are transferring! I enjoy helping students take the next step in their academic endeavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make an appointment<\/strong>: Please submit a Transfer Appointment Request Form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Amy Nadybal
Transfer Advising Coordinator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> anadybal@ocean.edu <\/a><\/strong>
Office:<\/strong> 105C \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2008<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA, Rutgers University; MA, Centenary University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests: <\/strong>Cooking (and eating), traveling, puzzles, and animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students because being an advisor means being a support to students along their journey at OCC. I look forward to helping students plan their next steps through the overwhelming college experience and connecting them with available resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make an appointment<\/strong>: Please submit a Transfer Appointment Request Form.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Jennifer Kipp
Academic Advisor, Coordinator of NJ STARS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> jkipp@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105C \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2933<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA, Mathematics (Teaching),Trenton State College; MA, Counseling, The College of New Jersey<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:<\/strong> Cooking, reading and spending time with my family (including my dog and cat).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students who are new to Ocean County College, whether first-time students or transfer students. I like being able to answer their questions, introduce them to what the college has to offer and, for those who are nervous, offer reassurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make An Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Diane DeFilippo
Academic Advisor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> ddefilippo@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> 105M \u2013 Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2957<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education:<\/strong> BA, English, Montclair State University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:  <\/strong>Biking, yoga, running, reading, and holistic health<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students and encouraging them to take an active role in their educational journey.  I am always happy to assist students in progressing toward their academic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brett Young
Academic Advisor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> brett_young@ocean.edu<\/a><\/strong>
Office:<\/strong> 105H – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2012<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education: <\/strong>B.A., History, Kean University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests:<\/strong> Hiking, gaming, reading history, and training and raising Siberian Huskies.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an OCC alum, I enjoy advising students who are beginning their academic journey, while also understanding the hardships and challenges that such a journey entails. I strive to help all students succeed in their academic ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Evan Gonnella
Academic Advisor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email<\/strong>: evan_gonnella@ocean.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Office:<\/strong> 105H – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2006<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education: <\/strong>BA, Economics, Rowan University

Interests:<\/strong> I enjoy playing music with others and spending time with my family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy supporting students who are starting their academic journey and are passionate about achieving their goals. Having faced challenges myself in navigating my own path, I use my college experience to guide others. I aim to help students overcome obstacles and stay focused on their aspirations. My goal is to provide the guidance I wish I had when I was in their shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make An Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Breanna St. Clair
Academic Advisor<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> bstclair@ocean.edu<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Office:<\/strong> 105K – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2007<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education: <\/strong>B.S., The Pennsylvania State University; MS, Shippensburg University

Interests:<\/strong> Music, being outdoors, traveling, animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I enjoy advising students and take great pleasure in guiding students as they start their academic paths, while also recognizing the obstacles and difficulties that can come with it. My goal is to provide the support and resources necessary to help every student thrive and achieve their educational aspirations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Make An Appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Lisa Gilliar
Senior Advising Technician<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Email:<\/strong> lgilliar@ocean.edu<\/a>
Office:<\/strong> Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone:<\/strong> 732-255-0400 ext. 2982<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Education<\/strong>: BA Fine Arts\/Education, Georgian Court University<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interests<\/strong>: Spending time with family, going to the beach, painting and reading<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Assistance with scheduling advising appointments, answering questions, and assisting students, faculty, and campus advisors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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