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Benedictine University's online master's degrees offer small class sizes and the personal attention expected of a top-tier, private university.



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Benedictine University Online
Admissions Team

Meet our outstanding team!

Mia Bixby
Pets: One cat, Giselle
Favorite Food: Sushi
Favorite Movie/Show: Anchorman/ It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Hobbies: Ballet
"I really enjoy getting to know my students and helping them through this life changing journey to achieve their goals and dreams."


Pamela Bush
Pets: 1 Dog Shelby a Scottish Terrier
Favorite Food: Cheeseburger and real French fries
Favorite Movie/Show: Dancing with the Stars
Hobbies: Reading, shopping and eating


Erika Cooper
Pets: Ronin – min pin
Favorite Food: Yogurt
Favorite Movie/Show: Manon des Sources, Mad Men
Hobbies: Reading
"To see the dedication our students put forth into fulfilling their dreams is wonderful. Each person that makes the commitment to better themselves is inspiring."


Matt Daley
Pet: A dog, named Checker
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Movie/Show: National Treasure / Seinfeld
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends (especially my wife and little girl), skiing-biking-swimming
 “Helping students attain their goals through education, brings a smile to my face every day.”


Ryanne Fry
Pets: A dog, 2 cats and a fish
Favorite Food: Soft tacos/Mexican
Favorite Movie/Show: House Hunters
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband, running, yoga, working out, reading
 "The opportunity to talk to students from all over the world is tremendous. Knowing I have been able to help them achieve their goal of going back for their master's degree, getting a great education, and bettering themselves personally and professionally, is the best part of my job."


Gina Gagliardi
Pets: Cat, Guiseppe AKA “Seppe”
Favorite Food: Italian (especially home-cooked by my dad!)
Favorite Movie/Show: House and The Office
Hobbies: Anything outdoors, shopping, travel, and I love to try new things.
 "Knowing that I am helping my students to reach their goals is extremely rewarding!”"


Jessica Nester
Pets: No pets
Favorite Food: Vegetables
Favorite Movie: Across the Universe
Hobbies: Reading, kayaking, biking, traveling
 "I like knowing that I’m helping students accomplish their goals and dreams."


Trevor Snell
Pets: A little puppy named Bailey
Favorite Food: Anything and Everything!
Favorite Movie/Show: Braveheart, Dexter
Hobbies: Family time, college sports, soccer, reading
"Each of our students is unique and so fun to get to know – it feels amazing to help them pursue their dreams and goals by enrolling in one of our programs."


Gustavo Panosso
 Pets: Cat named Cleo
Favorite Food: Rice and Black Beans
Favorite Movie/Show: Rocky; Gladiator; Braveheart
Hobbies: Spending time with my wife and baby girl
"I feel fortunate that I  have the opportunity to interact with our master’s candidates because they have big dreams and I get to help them achieve that dream!"


Duke Thompson
Pets: Dog and Turtle
Favorite Food: Calzone
Favorite Movie/Show: Kelly's Heroes
Hobbies:  Fishing, fly tying, camping, hiking, kayaking, jeeping, bicycling, numismatics, genealogy, reading, video games, scout leadership, habitat for humanity.


Katie Van Vorst
 Pets: No pets but I love animals
Favorite Food:  Sushi 
Favorite Movie/Show:  The Office
Hobbies:  Right now my master's program, M.S.M.O.B.
 "I enjoy the daily interactions with our students and with helping them fulfill this life changing goal.  Since I am a current graduate student myself, I understand how important it is to find the right fit for your education and it is rewarding to work with such passionate students!"

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