“Jeremy was instrumental to my college success. Without his guidance, support, and encouragement I truly do not believe I would be where I am today. I struggled a lot especially in the beginning with anxiety and feeling like I had no idea what I was doing. I felt very lost and had a hard time figuring out who I was and what I wanted to do with my life. Jeremy’s ability to ground me and remind me of my strengths was invaluable. Through our discussions, he helped me find what I was passionate about and become a mentor myself. He was always there for me and I am forever grateful for the support that he provided that led me to become a confident voice for victims in the courtroom.”
– D. McAllister; BA in Psychology ’17; Juris Doctor ’21; Assistant District Attorney, Special Victims Bureau at Nassau County District Attorney’s Office
“Jeremy was my advisor through graduate school. He was someone I could always turn to for help and support throughout my journey in college. He helped me achieve leadership roles within the Stony Brook University Scholars Program and supported me when I was having an issue that needed to be escalated to the Dean. He was one of the only faculty members, in my experience, that truly wanted to help students and always left us feeling heard. Jeremy will be your biggest cheerleader while simultaneously balancing the intricacies of the education system.”
-D. Castro; BS Chemistry, BS Applied Mathematics; Senior Scientist Estée Lauder Companies
“During my college career, Jeremy was a key component in the community and support that helped me grow tremendously during my first couple years at Stony Brook. As part of his role in connecting with students and interfacing with university administration, he coordinated and supported the University Scholars Program which brought together an amazing group of people with whom I built connections and community that made my college years so fruitful. This program would not have been possible without him. Beyond this, Jeremy is a great person to talk to, someone who will listen with open ears and provide honest feedback and advice. Jeremy is an experienced professional in supporting students to grow personally and academically.”
-B. Conry; Chemical Engineering ’19; Postdoc, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Area of Specialization in Materials Science and Engineering
“Jeremy was essential in helping me get to where I am today. He was a pillar of unwavering support for me during undergrad and was a treasure trove of information for a first-generation college student like me. I wish every student had a Jeremy; he truly understands how to help young adults reach their true potential!”
-A. Raj; BS Sociology and Biology ’19, MD ’24; Anesthesiology Resident Physician
“Jeremy had a huge impact on my college experience. I truly would not have had all the opportunities and doors that opened up for me at Stony Brook if not for his support and recommendation. He believes in his students and advocates for them. I’m forever grateful for his help!”
-C. Zhang; BS Chemistry, BA Psychology ’24; Clinical Research Coordinator
“Jeremy is extremely knowledgeable about university policies and what undergraduate and graduate school admissions programs are looking for in candidates. He also knows how best to get involved in the community and helped me grow my interpersonal skills which were invaluable during interviews. I’m certain I wouldn’t have had as much academic success without his mentorship!”
-K. Eckartt; BS Biochemistry ’18; Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbiology and Genetics
“I met Jeremy while at Adelphi. He was always dedicated to helping students and was very involved with us. Whenever my organization has an event, Jeremy was there to support. He is a wonderful asset and anyone who hires him is very lucky!”
-H. Wildenberger; BFA ’06; COO at Chief Fire Contractors Co. Inc.
“Before working with Jeremy, I was overwhelmed by all of the options and felt the pressure to decide on a competitive career path. I felt like I needed to do whatever the latest success story was doing, like checking off a list of things to go on my resume. Jeremy didn’t give me a generic checklist; he took the time to understand who I was and helped me align my college experiences with my actual values. He is incredibly easy to talk to, always sees the absolute best in his students, and makes you feel like you have a true champion in your corner. He provided me with the clarity, direction, and authentic support that I needed to make the most of my college experience.”
-R. Tacandong; BS Biology (Neuroscience) ’17; Nurse
“With every major life shift, there is a collective experience of an identity crisis, and none is more jarring than the one that happens when starting college. We (often) leave our families and are expected to make decisions that seem to lock us into the rest of our lives. Jeremy was my guiding light during this time. I struggled with my original college major and came to his office distraught about the weight of that decision. He took over an hour that day on our first formal advising meeting to assure me that changing my mind is okay (encouraged, in fact). When I expressed fear of changing studies after 1.5 years, he laid it all out on paper to demonstrate it was possible. He listened, he reassured, and he intuitively learned about me as a person and as a student. After that, I was never afraid to come to him with crazy ideas, lofty goals, or simple personal questions in need of guidance. He kept my confidentiality, he celebrated my growth, and (when needed) kept me realistic. When he came across opportunities that might interest me, he always made sure to involve me. When he didn’t have the answer, he built up my network by connecting me to people who would. Jeremy is absolutely a trusted partner and guide everyone should have in their formative times. He expertly balances support and honesty. He knows when to challenge and when to listen. I would not have achieved all the goals we spoke about in his office over 10 years ago if it hadn’t been for him.”
-A. Rybkin; BS in Biochemistry, Minor in English ’16; MD Yale University; Yale School of Medicine, Assistant Professor of Therapeutic Radiology (physician) specializing in Radiation Oncology
“While Jeremy did not help me in the pursuit of my degree he did help me professionally. I had the honor of working with Jeremy at Adelphi University and the pleasure of watching his growth as a student affairs professional. Jeremy was a favorite administrator among students, parents and his colleagues. He brought student driven excellence to every seminar, program, orientation and training. Jeremy took great ownership in optimizing our workflows, significantly increasing team efficiency. I highly recommend Jeremy.”
-J. Benosky; MA in Psychology ’22; Labor Relations Specialist NY State
“Jeremy played a key role in helping me realize my goals while at Stony Brook University. As my instructor, he set the tone for what a college student should do to be successful. As his TA, I learned the value of carefully designing instruction to meet the learning needs of students. As my academic advisor, he helped me navigate the transition from studying Journalism to History, a change which has had a profound positive impact on my life. Over the three years that followed this change of major, I attained a Bachelor of Arts in History with a Journalism Minor as well as my Master of Arts in Teaching Social Studies, and Jeremy was there to support me from start to finish. Having a great mentor is a crucial asset when preparing for, and completing, higher education and Jeremy’s years of experience and passion for helping students will certainly lead to positive results both now and in your future!”
-P. Lupfer; BA in History, MA in Teaching ’21; Social Studies Teacher for Longwood Central School District
“Jeremy was one of my best resources and a great mentor during my time in college. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and always friendly and approachable. It was really uplifting to know I had someone who truly cared about me and my undergraduate experience!”
-M. Hasegawa; BS in Biology ’24; Clinical Research Coordinator at Stony Brook Hospital
“Jeremy was a godsend during college! Without him I would have been lost in planning out my college career and beyond. Jeremy helped foster connections between me and older students in my desired field that I wouldn’t have otherwise looked for on my own, and provided his unique perspective during applications for my degree program, helping me create a distinct but desirable application. Jeremy has also created opportunities for his students to benefit two-fold such as with his Scholars tutoring program, allowing younger students more avenues for success while generating more resume-building opportunities for his older students. Jeremy is absolutely phenomenal in both his work ethic and personality. If I were to redo my university experience again I would choose him every time!”
-J. Miranda; BS in Nursing ’23; Registered Nurse, Mount Sinai Hospital, Clinical Nurse
“Jeremy was my greatest supporter throughout college and he was an instrumental part of my success at Stony Brook. He was able to guide me through the next steps of what I needed to do to achieve my career goals. Jeremy also knew exactly what classes I needed to graduate on time, and was able to help with finding resources to help me succeed. He also created opportunities for students to learn skills that would allow them to be successful beyond college through all his work in the University Scholars Program. What really stands out about Jeremy, though, is that he was able to take a step back and be someone I could count on when I was having a rough day. His door was always open to talk, or to ask questions, or for advice. It was rare to find that kind of support at a large school, but Jeremy went above and beyond to make sure his students felt like they belonged, that they could be successful, and that they had someone in their corner cheering them on.”
-V. Dotto; BS in Psychology and Biology ’22; MPH ’24; Public Health Program Associate at The Healthcare Human Factors Lab at Emory University/ Program Manager for Hospital Epidemiology at Emory University Midtown
“Jeremy made a very large undergraduate campus feel like home, which was especially important as a commuter at Stony Brook University. He was always there to help not just with academic issues but also to listen and help with personal aspects of his students’ lives while we were learning to navigate being young adults. Jeremy’s office was always a safe place to go and I am eternally grateful for his advice and leadership.”
-S. Romano; BA in Psychology and Political Science ’19, JD ’22; Attorney
“I had the privilege of meeting Jeremy during my time as an undergraduate at Stony Brook University, where he served as my academic advisor. Looking back on my college experience, I can confidently say that meeting him was one of the highlights of my undergraduate tenure. Jeremy was a constant source of encouragement, guidance, and unwavering support from both an academic and personal perspective. His knowledge, empathy, and genuine compassion are evident in every interaction, and his ability to see the potential in others is truly unmatched. He has an extraordinary way of making students believe in themselves, during challenging and uncertain circumstances. I attribute so much of my success to his mentorship, and I can honestly say that I would not be where I am today without him. If there is one person you want in your corner as you navigate your future, it is Jeremy. His commitment to helping others succeed will leave an impact that will last a lifetime.”
-K. Augustin; BS in Biochemistry ’25; EMT for Richmond County; Currently applying to Physician Assistant schools
“Jeremy was the greatest benefit of the University Scholars Program at Stony Brook University. His knowledge, guidance, and support were incredibly valuable in navigating my college experience and preparing for graduate school. He supported me through changing my major and eventually completing my graduate school applications. I would confidently recommend his expertise to anyone looking for support in applying to, and navigating, higher education.”
-N. Korba; BA in Sociology and Psychology ’19; MSW ’21; Mental Health Therapist
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