Jennifer Walker
Senior Associate Director
walkerj@brandeis.edu

I was born in Boston and raised just south of the city. I spent my undergraduate and graduate years in New York, earning a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's in organizational and industrial psychology. I have been an athlete all my life and swam competitively throughout college. I truly enjoy getting to know more about you through your personal statements or chatting with you during a campus visit. When I am not at work, I like to spend as much time as I can outdoors. I try to take one adventure trip a year in addition to leading a wilderness service trip. I look forward to helping you through the admission process.

Territories: CT, ME, NYC - Manhattan

David Rion
Associate Director
drion@brandeis.edu

I was born and raised in West Hartford, Conn., lived in Southern California for seven years and now live in the shadow of Fenway Park with a surly cat and an energetic kitten. When not working, I enjoy traveling, following politics and rooting for the Red Sox.

Territories: DE, D.C, MA - Lexington, Waltham, MD, SC, VA, WV

Luigi Solla
Associate Director
solla@brandeis.edu

I am originally from Watertown, Conn., and have lived in the Boston area for the past ten years. While in Connecticut, I studied psychology and studio art as an undergraduate and then later earned a master's degree in counseling and college student development. When not doing admissions work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, friends and loved ones. I am glad to be a part of the wonderful Brandeis community, and I look forward to working with those of you in my area!

Territories: Greater Boston & West Massachusetts

Martin Vaughn
Associate Director
mvaughn@brandeis.edu

I was born and raised in Elizabeth, Pa., just south of Pittsburgh. Go Steelers! I now live in San Diego and look forward to working with students and families on the West Coast. When I'm not working, I love to watch movies and play lots of golf (not so well)! I look forward to helping you learn more about Brandeis!

Territories: AL, AZ, CA, CO, HI, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA

Katy West
Associate Director
kwest@brandeis.edu

I grew up in Greenville, S.C., and came to New England for college, where I studied sociology and psychology. I also studied abroad in Kingston, Jamaica. After college, I moved to Dalian, China, to teach sociology and English and to enjoy the amazing food in northeastern China. Prior to coming to Brandeis, I earned a master's degree in higher education. Outside of work, I enjoy doing pottery, cooking, playing soccer and traveling. I'm looking forward to working with students and families from around the world.

Territories: SC, International

Amy Perez-Riley
Senior Assistant Director
apr@brandeis.edu

I originally grew up in Lubbock, Texas, and have been living in Boston for the past 9 years. I earned my undergraduate degree in marketing and recently earned my graduate degree in higher education administration. What I like most about working in admissions is the excitement of meeting new people and finding out what makes people tick. In my free time I enjoy outings with friends and my husband, and like to try new restaurants in Boston and surrounding areas.

Territories: IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, OK, SD, TX and WI

Ethan Feuer
Assistant Director
efeuer@brandeis.edu

I grew up in the great city of Armonk, N.Y., in the Westchester area. I attended Brandeis, where I majored in history and minored in secondary education. While at Brandeis, I founded the Punk, Rock and Roll Club, a group that brings musical acts to campus, and Bad Grammer, an improv comedy troupe. Currently I live in Allston, Mass., with my fellow comedians, where in which we attempt to make people laugh at our weekly Boston performances. I look forward to meeting you all!

Territories: GA, NJ-Northern NJ, NY-Upstate

Karen Gerrior-Mariani
Assistant Director
klgm@brandeis.edu

I was born and raised in Massachusetts and earned an undergraduate degree in communications and a master's degree in management. Before coming to Brandeis, I spent many years in the corporate world, primarily in radio, professional sports and cable television. Currently entering my sixth year at Brandeis, I appreciate the university's commitment to social justice and the activist spirit and enthusiasm on campus. When I am not at the university, I enjoy spending time with my husband, three small children, exercising, playing tennis and helping others.

Territories: AL, ID, KY, MS, MT, TN, WY

Julliana Jennings
Admissions Counselor
jjenning@brandeis.edu

I grew up in Dayton, N.J., in the township of South Brunswick. I attended the College of William and Mary as an undergraduate, where I studied kinesiology. During my undergraduate career, I worked with the men's basketball team and was a part of the staff in the school's most successful season in the Colonial Athletic Association. When I am not at the university, I enjoy watching and playing all sports, especially basketball and rugby, and spending time with family and friends. I am excited to work with all of you in my region!

Territories: NY-NYC (except Manhattan), NJ-Southern NJ, PR,

Rebecca Simons
Admissions Counselor
rsimons@brandeis.edu

I was born in Boston and grew up just west of the city. I spent my undergraduate years at Smith College and studied psychology and economics. I’ve lived in Cambridge the past 3 years working at a large university and just graduated with my masters in higher education. When I’m not at work I enjoy traveling, exploring the Boston culinary scene, cheering on the Red Sox and spending time with my family, friends, and dogs.

Territories: PA, NY- Long Island & Westchester

Julie Vodhanel
Admissions Counselor
vodhanel@brandeis.edu

I grew up in Middletown, New Jersey, but when I moved to the Boston area for college I fell in love with New England. I studied East Asian History in school and spent my free time in various education-related extracurricular activities. As an undergrad, I worked at the admissions office at my alma mater and found that I really enjoyed working with prospective students. I now live in Peabody, Mass. and am excited to come to work on the vibrant Brandeis campus every day. In my spare time, I can be found cooking, hiking, and hosting dinner parties. I can’t wait to get to know all of you in my territories!

Territories: MA (Excluding Boston, Waltham, Lexington and Western MA), NH, RI, VT,

Jeff Wong
Admissions Counselor
jmwong@brandeis.edu

I grew up in central Massachusetts outside Worcester, about a 45-minute drive from Brandeis. In college I majored in government with a concentration in American politics. I was also the president of my college radio station and played guitar for a Ramones cover band. Outside of work, I love reading about politics, listening to music and rooting for the New England Patriots. I'm excited to meet all of you in my territories.

Territories: FL, International

Phoebe Chamberlain
Operations Manager

In my many years in higher education, I've had the opportunity to work on creating new ways of getting the job done.  The operations work I do in Undergraduate Admissions at Brandeis opened a whole new world of systems to develop. I am originally from a large family in a small town in Iowa and now a resident of Waltham, Mass. For fun, I like to travel, garden and do large and small jobs around the house.