About Jillᐧ
As a higher education professional, I am known for being a strong communicator with a good sense of humor. I lead with compassion, strive to leave a positive mark on everyone I meet, and love mentoring others to achieve success.
My leadership approach involves adhering to policy to prevent liability and to demonstrate integrity and respect for all individuals. By maintaining these standards, I help reduce toxic behaviors in business and academic settings. Creating safety and fostering a sense of belonging are core values that drive compassion satisfaction for employees, as well as persistence and success for students. These values are best cultivated through a combination of transformative training, open dialogue for education, and environments that encourage coexistence, even amidst opposing views.
My identity includes being a wife, a mother, and a proud native of the Waterbury, CT public school system. I am one of five children, a Leo, and love all the seasons that New England offers. In my free time, I am known for my self-care activities: Working on my collection of 1000 piece puzzles, being in nature, and spending time with our family dog.
Professional Background
With a Bachelor of Arts in English and Master of Arts in Women’s Studies from Southern Connecticut State University, and Doctorate of Education from New England College, New Hampshire, I have been working in higher education since 2003.
In 2019, I relocated to CT and served as the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs at Quinnipiac University. In this role, I addressed and managed student concerns which come to the attention of the Dean of Students' Office or the CARE Team. I supported students with medical, mental health, socialization, academic and/or behavioral needs that may impact a student’s ability to function successfully at the University, ensuring they receive appropriate and timely interventions and are monitored effectively.
I currently serve as the Senior Equity & Inclusion Investigations Officer and Title IX Coordinator for Central CT State University. In this role, I am responsible for managing complaints, investigations, and reporting on sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual assault, and discrimination cases for both employees and students.