Brenna E. Gates Assistant Director of Admission bgates@sjcme.edu Education B.A., Psychology/Music, Saint Michael's College

Travel Territories/States Represented
New Hampshire, Vermont, and the Capitol District of New York

General comment/favorite aspect about Saint Joseph's College of Maine
I love the smaller, liberal arts aspect of Saint Joseph's College, as well as the great location.

What do you enjoy most about being an admission officer at SJC?
I love meeting prospective students, and working in such a great community.

Best advice to students as they conduct their college search
Visit schools, ask questions, do your research.

Suggestions for interviewing
Try your best to be relaxed, and don't be afraid to highlight your accomplishments and things you are proud of.

Most rewarding academic experience or influential teacher and why?
Senior seminar in psychology- it was a great cumulative experience that incorporated everything from my major and other liberal arts classes to wrap up my college experience.

Why apply to Saint Joseph's College of Maine?
It is a small, personal community with great academic programs in a fantastic location.

Favorite book
Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austin

Favorite movie or CD
Favorite movie: High Fidelity

Favorite food
Chicken Caesar Salad

Most enjoyable leisure/past time activity
Knitting and playing the piano - very relaxing