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Jill Bigos, M.S.
Lecturer in Biology and Chemistry
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bigosj@elms.edu | 413-265-3495
Department(s): Biology, Chemistry, First Year Seminar InstructorsLearn more about Jill BigosJill Bigos received her B.A. in biology and chemistry and earned her M.S. in forensic science. Her research projects have included work on tadpole metamorphosis and histology. She currently teaches anatomy & physiology for undergraduate nursing majors as well as Forensic Science. She is also involved in various STEM outreach initiatives for local students in middle school through high school.
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Alan Bloomgarden, Ed.D.
Director of Experiential Learning
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bloomgardena@elms.edu | 413-265-2368
Department(s): Center for Student SuccessLearn more about Alan BloomgardenAlan H. Bloomgarden, Ed.D. is the inaugural Director of Experiential Learning at Elms College, where he has been working to coordinate, expand and enhance opportunities for community engagement since 2020. Previously, as Director of Community Engagement at Mount Holyoke College, he taught courses in social action and community leadership, and grew the Community-Based Learning (CBL) Program to involve over 400 students annually in more than 25 community-engaged courses, internships, and independent studies. Before Mount Holyoke, Alan served as Director of Faculty Grants and Government/Community Relations at Smith College in Northampton, MA. Alan has a doctorate in higher education leadership and policy from UMass Amherst, an MPhil in Peace Studies from the University of Bradford (UK), and a B.A. in International Relations from Bucknell University. Alan was a Governor’s appointee to the 2012 Massachusetts Special Commission on Civic Engagement and Learning, and co-founded Leadership Pioneer Valley, a regional community leadership program. He serves on WGBY’s Latino Advisory Board, and as an associate editor for the International Journal of Research on Community Engagement and Service Learning.
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Amanda Garcia, MSA, CPA, CFP
Director, Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership; Associate Professor of Accounting and Finance
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garciaamanda@elms.edu | 413-265-2300
Department(s): Business, Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, MBA ProgramLearn more about Amanda GarciaAmanda Garcia is the director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, and associate professor of accounting and finance at Elms College. Amanda earned her B.A. in accounting from Elms College and her master of science in accounting from Western New England University. She teaches in the disciplines of accounting, finance, economics and entrepreneurship. She has owned a tax and consulting business for over 13 years, specializing in small business, rental properties, and tax planning for individuals with investments. She is a 2010 Business West 40 under 40 awardee and volunteers with Junior Achievement of Western Massachusetts, Young Professionals of Greater Springfield, and the Western Massachusetts Chapter of the MSCPA.
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Charlene Holmes, MPS
Director of Diversity and Engagement
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holmesc586@elms.edu | 413-265-2343
Department(s): Diversity and Engagement, Student AffairsLearn more about Charlene HolmesCharlene Holmes, MPS, Director of Diversity and Engagement, has a decade of experience in student engagement, student support, and programmatic development to ensure college access and success for underrepresented groups. She has spent most of her career working with non-profit organizations serving low-income, first-generation, student-athletes achieve post-secondary success, such as the East Harlem Tutorial Program, The Harlem Children’s Zone, and Door-A Center for Alternatives. Most recently, she was president and CEO of Imana Borena, Inc in New York where she oversaw the organization’s executive leadership programs including diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Holmes holds a bachelor’s degree in health science from Mercy College and a master’s degree of professional studies in sports management from St. John’s University.
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Breanna Marcyoniak
Assistant Athletic Director Campus Recreation Coordinator
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marcyoniakb@elms.edu | 413-265-2479
Department(s): AthleticsLearn more about Breanna MarcyoniakBre Marcyoniak serves as the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities Programming and Management where she is an active representative of the Massachusetts Association for Recreational Sports. She received her bachelor’s degree from UMass Dartmouth in 2014 and earned her master’s degree in sports management and athletic administration from Southern New Hampshire University in 2017. In addition to her athletic department work, she serves as an academic coach with the Center for Student Success. Prior to Elms, she worked as a Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Technician and a softball coach to various levels of play.
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Michael McGravey, Ph.D.
Director of the Institute for Theology and Pastoral Studies (ITPS), Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
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mcgraveym@elms.edu | 413-265-2581
Department(s): Religious Studies, First Year Seminar InstructorsLearn more about Michael McGraveyDr. McGravey earned his doctorate in systematic theology from Duquesne University (Pittsburgh, PA). He holds a master’s degree in theology and religious studies from Villanova University and a bachelor’s from Gannon University. Prior to his experience at Duquesne, he served as a member of the Religious Studies department at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia. His dissertation explored the connections between post-secularism, Continental Philosophy, and ecclesiology, relying on the philosophical writings of Jean-Luc Marion and Gianni Vattimo. Michael has published several book reviews in the field of religious studies and political theology.
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Laura McNeil, Ph.D.
Director of the Honors Program, Associate Professor of History
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mcneill@elms.edu | 413-265-2597
Department(s): First Year Seminar Instructors, HistoryLearn more about Laura McNeilLaura McNeil is the director of the Honors Scholar Program and an associate professor of history at Elms College. She received her B.A. from Hampshire College and her Ph.D. in history from Boston College. She offers survey courses in European and world history, and upper-level courses in her areas of specialization, modern Ireland and Britain. She enjoys travel and good food. As such, she has led study-abroad trips to Ireland and Italy, and enjoys offering unusual experiential-learning classes, most notably HIS250: “A Taste of Freedom,” a historical and culinary exploration of the American immigration experience.
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Michelle Proulx
Head Women’s Basketball Coach, Assistant Director of Athletics/Scheduling Coordinator
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proulxm@elms.edu | 413-265-2342
Department(s): AthleticsLearn more about Michelle ProulxMichelle Proulx serves as the Associate Athletic Director and Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Elms College. As part of her responsibilities, she oversees Scheduling, Officials Assigning, serves as the Advisor for the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, is the Chapter Director for Chi Alpha Sigma and is the liaison to Admissions. She earned her Master’s in Sport Leadership and Coaching from Western New England University and her Bachelor’s in English with a Writing concentration and minor in Coaching from Elms College. Prior to working in Athletics, she worked in Admissions at Elms College.
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Rob Southall, MPE
Learn more about Rob SouthallRob Southall serves as the assistant athletic director and head men’s basketball coach at Elms College. He earned his master’s in physical education and bachelor’s in movement studies from Springfield College. He currently serves as the national chair representative for the New England NCAA basketball regional advisory committee. Prior to his employment at Elms, he served as a lecturer of physical education at Springfield College and Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
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Michael Wysocki
Head Men’s Soccer Coach; Adjunct Faculty, Sports Management
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wysockim@elms.edu | 413-265-2348
Department(s): AthleticsLearn more about Michael WysockiMike Wysocki is the head coach of the men’s soccer team and teaches sports management at Elms College. He received his bachelor’s in business administration from Western New England University (WNEU) in 2013 and earned his juris doctor with a business law concentration from the WNEU School of Law. He holds a USSF D license and served as the assistant coach to the women’s soccer team at Elms prior to becoming the men’s soccer head coach in 2017. He also works with the Center for Student Success as an academic coach to help many students achieve their academic potential here at the college.