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Greetings from the Office of Undergraduate Admission.All offices are located on the 1st floor in Blanche Walker Burpee Center. If we can help you in any way, please feel free to contact us at 800-892-2984, 815-226-4050 or rcadmissions@rockford.edu. Our fax number is 815-226-2822.
We look forward to meeting you! 
| Jennifer Nordstrom
Associate Vice President for Undergraduate Admission
I grew up in Machesney Park, Ill. At Rockford College, I earned my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Finance as well as my MBA in Management.
My advice for you is to look at the entirety of what a college has to offer. Do not limit yourself by making assumptions about academic programs, student life or affordability without fully investigating these areas with an Admission representative. Definitely visit the college of your choice before making the final decision to enroll.
Little known fact: I was involved in a sting operation set up by the federal government. I aided the investigation that led to the arrest of a group of check counterfeiters.
Contact Me:
815-226-3383
JNordstrom@rockford.edu
|  | Rebecca Miziniak
Assistant Director of Admission
I grew up in Rockford, Ill. I graduated from Elmhurst College with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Communications, emphasis in Public Relations and Advertising. I am currently pursuing my Master's degree.
Advice I can give you: Going to college is a big decision, but don't get overwhelmed, enjoy it. Your college years will be the best four years of your life.
Little known fact: I lived in Ireland for a year when I was little. |  | Karen Hurst
Admission Counselor First-year Students
I was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. I attended St. Norbert College, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Media Studies.
My advice for you: Become involved, meet new people, take risks, and have fun! (Oh, and don’t procrastinate!)
Little known fact: I love salsa dancing! Contact Me:
815-394-4379
KHurst@rockford.edu
|  | David Schneider
Admission Counselor Transfer Students
My hometown is Rockford, Ill. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Management at Rockford College, and I completed my MBA at Rockford College.
Advice I can give you: Don't be afraid to try new things. When opportunities are presented, make sure you take full advantage of them so you never have to ask "what if?"
Little known fact: I played the cello for six years.
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| Grahm Smith
Admission Counselor My hometown is Rockford, IL. I attended Palm Beach Atlantic University and received my Bachelors of Science in Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Science. I completed my MAT at Rockford College in 2012.
Here’s my advice: Have fun, and try new things! This can be the best time of your life, but you are in charge of making it that way.
Little known fact: My birthday is on the 13th of July, I was born on Friday the 13th, and I got married on a Friday the 13th of July in 2012.
Contact Me:
815-394-5096
GSmith@rockford.edu
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| Megan Wahl
Admission Counselor
Transfer Students from Rock Valley Community College
My
hometown is Monticello, Wisc. I attended the University of Wisconsin-
Stout and earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art.
Advice I
can offer to students, is to get involved in some clubs and different
activities around campus. It is a great way to make friends and it looks
great on your resume.
Little known fact. I love to paint and do
almost anything creative. I have had a few pieces that were selected for
juried exhibitions.
Contact me:
815-226-4149
MWahl@rockford.edu
|  | Ella Stenberg
Admission Data Specialist
My hometown is Rockford, Ill. and I earned an Associate of Applied Science in Banking and Finance at Rock Valley College. I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Management Studies degree from the BSMS program here at Rockford College!
The advice I would like to give is college is what you make it - be happy with it. Enjoy your education and the new friends you will make.
Little known fact: Tom Selleck is my favorite actor!
Contact Me:
815-226-4051
EStenberg@rockford.edu
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| Christine Murray
Admission Receptionist
I grew up in Syracuse, NY. I earned my Associate of Science in Office Technology from Onondaga Community College.
My advice to you is to enjoy your time in college!
Little known fact: I am a huge Steelers fan!
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| Rachel Tsiganos
Admission Counselor I grew up in Carbondale, IL, where I also attended college (SIUC) and graduated with a B.S. in Speech Communication (Public Relations) and a minor in Music (Vocal Performance). Currently, I am pursuing my MBA with Rockford College with hopes to continue after that with a PhD. Advice: Be patient before making any decision; hastiness can lead down a path you didn’t intend. Really think about your choices, investigate their possible outcomes, share your thoughts with people you trust, listen to your conscience and step out towards your goal with the confidence that you’ve done your part in ensuring you’ve made the best decision. If, however, you later realize you haven’t, remember it’s never too late to set things right. Little Known Fact: I have two first names and two middle names!
Contact Me:
815-226-3380
RTsiganos@rockford.edu
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