Derek R. Rodgerson Assistant Director of Admission drodgerson@sjcme.edu Education B.S., Business Management, Franklin Pierce College M.B.A., Athletics Administration, Lynn University

Travel Territories/States Represented
Connecticut, Rhode Island, South Eastern Massachusetts

General comment/favorite aspect about Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Sincere people and the beautiful setting on Sebago Lake

What do you enjoy most about being an admission officer at SJC?
The chance to meet many different faces and assist students with one of the biggest decisions in their life

Best advice to students as they conduct their college search
Visit as many schools as possible; you will know which one is right for you.

Suggestions for interviewing
Dress to impress, be yourself and make eye contact.

Most rewarding academic experience or influential teacher?
Mr. Andy Frace taught many courses at my high school and was also my basketball and soccer coach.

Why apply to Saint Joseph's College of Maine?
Each student will receive their professor's utmost attention and will feel the community atmosphere at Saint Joseph's College.

Favorite book
Drive: The Story of My Life, by Larry Bird with Bob Ryan

Favorite movie or CD
Favorite movie: The Last of the Mohicans
Favorite CD: Third Eye Blind

Favorite food
Chicken, cheese and stuffing casserole

Most enjoyable leisure/past time activity
Playing basketball and vacationing