The Deciders

Life Invented at SCU

A few times each year, high school seniors and transfer students all over the country wait anxiously for that one big decision from their colleges of choice. Have I been denied, waitlisted, or accepted? On this episode, we go behind the scenes and hear from a few members of the Undergraduate Admissions team as they reflect on their own college experiences that help drive their decision making and share a few tips for all those waiting on the edge of their seats. Press Play to hear their top questions you may want to ask yourself before submitting that enrollment deposit. SPEAKERS: Eva Blanco Masias, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions Eva has been with the Undergraduate Admission Office since 2003, formerly serving as Senior Associate Dean of Undergraduate Admission. She is responsible for leading admission and recruitment efforts of first-year and transfer students, including oversight of all marketing and technology associated with enrolling each incoming class. Eva worked for ten years in Latin American and Hispanic media and has served on several boards and committees of local and national non-profit organizations. Eva who hails from Venice Beach, has also lived in New Haven, Miami, and now resides in San Jose with her husband and daughter. AJ Howell-Williams, Senior Associate Director A.J. is a native of San Jose, CA, but has spent time in each of the four corners of the country. A former transfer student and athlete, A.J. oversees the Transfer process and is the Admission liaison for Athletics recruitment. An admissions veteran, A.J. has worked in higher education for over a decade and is a published author on race and societal issues. Eddie Kelinsky, Assistant Director Eddie was born and raised in Pasadena, CA, before attending Santa Clara University as an undergraduate. While attending, he was heavily involved in student life, including new student orientation, philanthropy, student government, and improv comedy. As a member of the admissions team, he is excited to help future Broncos find their home at SCU. He also coordinates the ShadowSCU program and visitor services, ensuring that prospective students and their families leave campus with a student's perspective of student life, campus culture, and the admissions process.