phone: 781.891.2244Bentley on the Road
Throughout the year, Bentley admission officers travel across the country and the world to visit high schools and attend college fairs. If you can’t visit us, we hope to meet you in your hometown! Make sure you check back regularly, because new dates and locations are added frequently.
Meet Your Counselor
Are you curious about the admission officer who travels and reads admission applications from your home area? Meet the members of the Bentley Admission Committee and find out how they spend their free time and what they recommend to make your file stand out.
Jonathan Clark
Massachusetts (Cape Cod and the Islands, Springfield and western area), Rhode Island, New Hampshire (Nashua, northern and western regions), New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas
Favorite part about my job:
I love talking directly to students and parents about Bentley who may not know much about the school. It is gratifying to see a high school student get excited about Bentley during a five- minute conversation.
Best admissions advice:
Relax! Get those applications in early and enjoy your senior year!
In my free time:
I like cooking, reading, independent films, and spending time with friends and family.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love to go hear live music in Boston whenever possible.
Local restaurant recommendation:
I highly recommend Sorellina in Boston. It's non-traditional Italian fare in a stunningly attractive space.
Valerie Como '97
Transfer Admission
Favorite part about my job:
I really enjoy getting to know students, especially learning about their academic backgrounds and their interest in Bentley.
Best admissions advice:
Ensure that all of your application materials are submitted on time!
In my free time:
I can often be found reading (mostly non-fiction) and working out; and, when I'm feeling creative, I make greeting cards.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love walking through the city, especially the Public Garden and Marlborough Street.
Local restaurant recommendation:
Upper Crust Pizzeria has great pizza in a low-key atmosphere; and, they have 10 locations from Waltham to Boston.
My Doan
Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore area), Massachusetts (Worcester area), Missouri, North Carolina, New York (Hudson Valley and Westchester County) and South Carolina
Originally from: Boston, MA.
Favorite part about my job:
Traveling and getting to work with young and motivated students.
Best admissions advice:
Work hard & get involved both in and out of school.
In my free time:
When the weather's nice, you can usually find me at the tennis courts. I also love to cook and go shopping.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
Going kayaking on the Charles River
Local restaurant recommendation:
If you enjoy Vietnamese food (and I sure do!), check out "Les" in Allston - cheap eats! Don't forget to try bubble tea!
Jennifer Ehalt '05
Louisiana, New York (Albany area), Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh area), Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Honduras and Panama
Favorite part about my job:
I love interviewing students - sitting down with you and really getting to know you one-on-one is always fun.
Best admissions advice:
The space that we provide for activities is not always enough. Feel free to type up an activities sheet or resume to fully highlight and describe what you are involved and interested in.
In my free time:
I love to read, ski, hike, and travel.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
In the summer, it is taking the ferry out to the Boston Harbor Islands, and year-round I love to go to the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Science.
Local restaurant recommendation:
If you like seafood and Italian, head into the North End to Neptune Oyster. It only seats about 35 people but has some of the best seafood around, including a great raw bar.
Michelle Finno, BS '98, MSMA '07
Arizona, Maine, Massachusetts (Essex County), Minnesota, New Hampshire (Portsmouth area), Nevada and Wisconsin
Favorite part about my job:
I love working with students throughout every stage of the admission process.
Best admissions advice:
Look for the college that is the right "fit" and you'll enjoy the college search a whole lot more.
In my free time:
I enjoy hanging out with my family and friends, shopping, scrap booking and outdoor activities.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
Go to Faneuil Hall for food and laughs.
Local restaurant recommendation:
I love Iguana Cantina on Moody Street in Waltham - great Mexican food and fun atmosphere. Watch out for the resident lizard!
Ingrid Fleisher
Connecticut (Hartford area), Massachusetts (South Shore area), New York (Queens), Pennsylvania (Philadelphia area), Vermont and Europe (France, Greece and Switzerland)
Favorite part about my job:
Being able to travel to different parts of the world and meet lots of interesting students.
Best admissions advice:
The more details you can give us about your classes, grades and activities, the better we are able to accurately review your application.
In my free time:
I enjoy movies, reading, skiing and traveling.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love the Aquarium, especially the IMAX theater.
Local restaurant recommendation:
I love to eat so this hard, but I would have to say Solea. It is a Tapas restaurant right on Moody street in Waltham.
Anya Huston
California (Los Angeles and Orange County), Colorado (Denver area), Kentucky, Maryland, New York (Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan areas), Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia
Favorite part about my job:
I really enjoy meeting with prospective students and learning about their diverse backgrounds.
Best admissions advice:
Be proactive in your college search and challenge yourself during your senior year.
In my free time:
I enjoy writing, running, cooking, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
Trying different restaurants, and exploring the city and all it has to offer.
Local restaurant recommendation:
I love Tasca in Brighton, MA.
Jennifer Jones, BS '04, MBA '07
Florida (western area), Iowa, Michigan and New Jersey
Favorite part about my job:
As an alum, I love being able to share my experiences at Bentley with new students and families, hoping that some of my excitement will transfer over to them!
Best admissions advice:
Get out there and visit college campuses! This is the best way to know if a college is right for you.
In my free time:
I enjoy interior design and entertaining for my family and friends. Of course, a weekend shopping excursion is always a great way to unwind!
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I really enjoy walking around the Faneuil Hall and downtown Boston area- it's a great place to "people watch" and also take in a lot of the city.
Local restaurant recommendation:
In Boston, I love any restaurant in the North End for a great Italian meal or Fire and Ice for something fun. In Waltham, Margarita's is the place to go for great Mexican.
Karen Karidoyanes
International
Favorite part about my job:
I enjoy interfacing with students from around the world.
Best admissions advice:
When writing your essay, write what you're passionate about, NOT what you think we want to read. Your true interests always read better than forced words.
In my free time:
My hobby is photography - I love taking photographs. I also enjoy spending quality time with friends and family.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love going to the theatre, and listening to a great jazz band at Ryles!
Local restaurant recommendation:
A great Afghan restaurant is the Helmand restaurant.
Georgia (Atlanta area), Illinois (Chicago area), Kansas, Nebraska, and New Jersey (Mercer County area)
Favorite part about my job:
Reading admission applications - particularly all those essays!
Best admissions advice:
Make senior year your best! This is the time to kick things into high gear and put your best effort into all of your classes. Your senior year course load and academic performance are crucial elements in our decision making process.
In my free time:
I enjoy cooking, reading, gardening and talking walks with my golden retriever, Rowdy.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love to cheer on the Red Sox from the stands at Fenway Park.
Local restaurant recommendation:
If you're a sushi fan like me, you won't want to miss Ginza on Hudson Street in Chinatown. Fresh seafood at great prices!
Jim Rogers
New York (Long Island and Rockland County areas), Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming, and India
Favorite part about my job:
Meeting students and helping them navigate the college admission process.
Best admissions advice:
Be yourself during your college search process. Don't try to be someone you're not -- colleges want to get to know YOU.
In my free time:
I enjoy traveling, reading, going to the theater and exploring Boston!
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
Going down to Long Wharf (right next to the New England Aquarium) on a nice day. It's fun to people watch and to check out all of the boating going on in Boston Harbor.
Local restaurant recommendation:
I love Italian food and you can't go wrong with any of the restaurants in the North End.
Keryn Shaffner
Connecticut (New Haven and eastern areas), Idaho, New York (Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse areas), Oregon, Texas (Houston, San Antonio and Austin areas) and Canada
Favorite part about my job:
It is wonderful to follow students through the college process from visiting campus to applying to seeing them on campus as new Bentley students!
Best admissions advice:
Make sure to find the place where you believe you could fit in, because the campus will become your home for the next four years.
In my free time:
I like to read, tap dance, play pool, cross stitch, and I love college football!
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
I love rollerblading along the Charles River on a sunny day.
Local restaurant recommendation:
Trattoria Di Monica in Boston's North End--they have the BEST lobster ravioli!
Amy Tiberio, BS '02, MS '03
Alabama, California (San Diego area), Connecticut (Fairfield County and western areas), Florida (eastern area), Mississippi and Washington (Seattle area)
Favorite part about my job:
Working for a such a dynamic institution.
Best admissions advice:
Be creative with your essay and check your spelling! There are two Es in "Bentley"!
In my free time:
I enjoy running, listening to music, and watching sports.
Favorite thing to do in Boston:
Besides attending Red Sox games, I enjoy eating Italian food in the North End.
Local restaurant recommendation:
Solea on Moody Street in Waltham has excellent tapas and fabulous sangria.
