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Graduate counselors
Shelly Venema
Graduate Admissions Counselor
734.995.7527 | shelly.venema@517b2b.com
Which students do you work with?
I get to work with people who are earning their graduate degrees or obtaining certification to teach through the School of Education or in Digital Humanities.
What is your favorite spot on campus?
The Huron River, from where the crew team rows, is a beautiful, tranquil spot with vibrant colors, water, leaves, swan, geese, and breeze. It is a walk into nature when a reset is needed.
What’s something everyone should know about Concordia?
The professors are exceptional, and the school is like a family. People who work at Concordia University are deeply committed to the success of its students. And, if you are looking for a friendly environment, CUAA can provide that too!
What is your favorite food?
Fun fact: I am a pescatarian. And, my favorite foods are Middle Eastern (Falafel sandwich, Baba ghannouj, and veggies with hummus) and Indian (Aloo Gobi, Split Pea Yellow Dal, and Vegetable Curry).
When you’re not on campus, how do you like to spend your free time?
I really love to work in my yard. The results are so immediate. Inside, I love to decorate and to read. My book club has been together since 2008, and we read one book a month unless it is summer; then, we read two a month. Each of us suggests books to read, and we collectively choose them. And, I especially love to travel with my family. Every August, we take a vacation together.
Deirdre Lozon
Graduate Enrollment Counselor – School of Health Professions
734.995.7312 | deirdre.lozon@517b2b.com
Which students do you work with?
I work with students applying to our health professions graduate programs including the Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Masters in Physician Assistant Studies, and our Masters in Athletic Training.
What is your favorite spot on campus?
I love the garden and gazebo that is next to the Earhart Manor. It is such a peaceful place that has a great view of the many things happening around campus!
What's one thing you think every applicant should know about CUAA?
That you are at a place where your professors, the staff, and students all genuinely care for you and want you to succeed. The people you will cultivate relationships with will be lifelong!
What college did you attend, graduation year, and major?
I attended Michigan State University and graduated in 2015 with my Bachelors in Supply Chain Management. I then attended CUAA and graduate in 2019 with my Masters in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education.
What is your favorite food?
This is tough as I like so many different foods but I would have to say one of my favorites that I could eat any time of day is avocado toast with everything bagel seasoning!
When you’re not on campus, how do you like to spend your free time?
With my daughter Lillian or “Lilly” as we like to call her and my husband, Alex. We love to find new places to eat and go on mini adventures!
Post traditional undergraduate and graduate counselors
Linda Szczerbinski
Director of Post Traditional Admissions
Phone: 262-243-4366
Email: linda.szczerbinski@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Natural Product Sciences (MS degree & Grad Certificate)
Aimee Wiley
Graduate Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-2120
Email: aimee.wiley@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Church Music
- Choral
- Organ
- DBA/PhD
- EdD LICI/PhD
- Grad Online Certifications
- Bioethics
Deirdre Lozon
Graduate Enrollment Counselor
Phone: 734-995-7312
Email: deirdre.lozon@517b2b.com
Programs:
- Occupational Therapy
- Physician Assistant
- Physical Therapy
Shelly Venema
Graduate Admission Counselor
Phone: 734-995-7527
Email: shelly.venema@517b2b.com
Programs:
- BA Lower & Upper Elementary
- BA Lower Elementary with Special Education: LD
- BA Upper Elementary with Special Education: LD
- MS Curriculum & Instruction
- Elementary or Secondary
- MS Educational Leadership
- Post-Master’s K12 School Admin Cert (SACP)
Jon Cain
Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-2128
Email: jonathan.cain@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Director of Church Ministries
- Theological Studies
Kathleen Siedenburg
Regional Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-1866
Email: kathleen.siedenburg@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Applied Computer Science
- Applied Psychology
- Communication and Leadership
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Completion
- Radiologic Technology – Completion
- Social Work
- MS Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Software Engineering
- Business Data Apps
- Master of Social Work
Leah Fassbender
Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-2226
Email: leah.fassbender@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- General Business
- Healthcare Management
- Human Resource Management
- General Non-Degree Accelerated
- Post-trad Undergrad SOB certificates
- Public Service
- Criminal Justice
- Leadership
Maggie McIntyre
Admission Counselor
Location: Luther 106F
Phone: 262-243-1803
Email: maggie.mcintyre@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Accelerated Second Degree Nursing – BSN
- BSN Completion
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (MSN to DNP; BSN to DNP)
- MS Athletic Training
- MSN
- Nursing CAGE
- Psych Mental Health
- FNP
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Sarah Braunschweig
Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-4425
Email: Sarah.braunschweig@cuw.edu
Programs:
- CAPTL Teacher Cert/Teaching & Learning
- Early Childhood/Elem
- Secondary
- Secondary Special Ed
- Counseling – School & Professional
- Family Life
- Non-Degree Individual Courses
Tanja McCutcheon
Admission Counselor
Phone: 262-243-4411
Email: tanja.mccutcheon@cuw.edu
Programs:
- Accountancy
- Business Analytics
- Business Administration (MBA)
- MS Leadership (MSL)
- Non-Degree Business Certs
- PharmD/MBA Dual Degree