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Meet Our Staff

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!

Meet the Academic Advising Staff!

Anna Regan
Executive Director, Academic Advising

Anna Regan

Email: aregan@253000xa.com
Office: 105G – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2018

Education: BS, Education, Villanova University; MA, Higher Education Administration, The George Washington University

Interests: Running, reading, going to the beach, and most of all spending time with my daughters!

I enjoy advising students who are close to graduating! It’s great making sure they’ve completed all of their requirements and discussing their next steps!

Michele Connolly
Associate Director, Academic Advising

Michele Connolly

Email: mconnolly@253000xa.com
Office: 105N – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2005

Education: BA, Psychology, Monmouth University; MA, Teaching, Monmouth University

Interests: Have passport, will travel! Yoga, Running, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Surfing.

I enjoy advising students who are unsure of their major! I too was undecided and confused (still am!)

Victoria Cinquegrana-Rod
Assistant Director, Advising & Transfer Services

Victoria Cinquegrana-Rod

Email: vcinquegrana@253000xa.com
Office: 105C – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2884

Education: BA Communications (Journalism & Media), Felician University, MSEd Student Affairs, and College Counseling, Monmouth University.

Interests: During the summer, I live on the beach! I enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling to new places, and photography.

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.

Laura Wills
Director of Transfer and Articulation

Laura Wills

Email: lwills@253000xa.com
Office: 105E – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2822

Education: BA, Psychology, Georgian Court University; MA, Counseling Psychology: Community Counseling (LPC), Georgian Court University

Interests: Cooking/Baking, Gardening, Music, Non-Fiction, Exploring NJ/Hiking/Beach.

I enjoy advising students who are transferring! I enjoy helping students take the next step in their academic endeavors.

To make an appointment: Please submit a Transfer Appointment Request Form.

Jennifer Kipp
Academic Advisor, Coordinator of NJ STARS

Jennifer Kipp

Email: jkipp@253000xa.com
Office: 105H – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2933

Education: BA, Mathematics (Teaching),Trenton State College; MA, Counseling, The College of New Jersey

Interests: Cooking, reading and spending time with my family (including my dog and cat).

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.

Diane DeFilippo
Academic Advisor

Diane DeFilippo

Email: ddefilippo@253000xa.com
Office: 105M – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2957

Education: BA, English, Montclair State University

Interests:  Biking, yoga, running, reading, and holistic health

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.

Amy Nadybal
Academic Advisor  

Amy Nadybal

Emailanadybal@253000xa.com
Office: 105H – Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2008

Education: BA, Rutgers University; MA, Centenary University

Interests: Cooking (and eating), traveling, puzzles, and animals.

I enjoy advising students because being an advisor means being a support to students along their journey at 365球赛平台. I look forward to helping students plan their next steps through the overwhelming college experience and connecting them with available resources.

Lisa Gilliar
Senior Advising Technician

Lisa Gilliar

Email: lgilliar@253000xa.com
Office: Student Enrollment Bldg. #9
Phone: 732-255-0400 ext. 2982

Assistance with scheduling advising appointments, answering questions, and providing assistance to students, faculty, and campus advisors.