Get to know three new Peirce College team members!
Get to know three new Peirce College team members!
When can you get access to student services and advising? All year round at Peirce College! Our large team of enthusiastic advisors are ready to assist students with class registration, tutoring, disability services, and so much more. We recently added three new members and it’s time for you to get to know each one of them:
1. Meet Stephen Bernardini –
“I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my Ph.D. in Childhood Studies, both from Rutgers University-Camden. While taking classes at Rutgers, I served as an Academic Advisor. In addition to working at Peirce College, I also teach classes at Rutgers University and Wilmington University. At Peirce, I am the Academic Advisor for the Legal Studies programs, which includes Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, and Legal Studies in Business.”
What inspired you to join the Peirce College community?
“I really enjoy working with non-traditional, first-generation students. It’s really inspiring to meet people, learn where they are in their lives and find ways to help them complete their degrees. I was a first-generation student who worked a full-time job and a part-time job while finishing my bachelor’s, so I have a personal investment in helping others who are in similar situations coming from similar backgrounds.”
What advice would you give to students considering returning to school?
“Utilize all of Peirce College’s resources. Do not be afraid to reach out to faculty or staff if you need assistance. Many students constantly apologize for ‘bothering me’—Don’t do that! We want to help you!”
2. Meet Danielle Frank –
“I joined Peirce College this past May as the Facilitator, Perkins Grant/Student Disabilities Coordinator and an Academic Advisor for Business Administration and Human Resources Management. Prior to my new role at Peirce, I worked in higher education at Arcadia University and Bucks County Community College and interned at Temple University in their Disability Resource Center. I graduated from Holy Family University in 2016 with a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in higher education. In 2012, I received my Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Sociology from Arcadia University. I recently completed the University of Alabama’s ADA Professional Training Certificate Program regarding workplace accessibility.”
What inspired you to join the Peirce College community?
“The college has experienced over 150 years of success in offering working adults a variety of degree programs and the flexibility of choosing day, evening, weekend and online classes. The programs help students to truly advance in their careers and gives students connections to corporate partners for job opportunities.”
What advice would you give to students considering returning to school?
“First, view peirce.edu to get familiar with the programs and even talk to any friends/coworkers who attend or have graduated from Peirce College. Next, make an appointment to meet in person with the admissions team to get your questions answered, talk about any concerns you may have and take a campus tour. It can sometimes seem overwhelming choosing a major, financing your education and fitting college into your busy life and work schedule. However, our faculty and staff welcome the opportunity to walk you through the process so that you have a rewarding college experience that leads to a fulfilling career.”
3. Meet Tammi Wrice –
“I was born and raised in West Philadelphia and come from a family of nine. In 1977, my family and I moved to the Midwest, where I completed middle and high school and college. I received my Bachelor’s of Science in Physical Education from Iowa State University in 1989 and quickly returned to Philadelphia. I’ve been working in higher education for 19 years (12 years Recruitment Health-Related programs and eight years advising) where I’ve worked at several area colleges and universities. In 2005, I received my Master’s of Science in Organizational Development Leadership while working at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Currently, I am a First Year Academic Coach in the Walker Center.”
What inspired you to join the Peirce College community?
“Its approach to students. I think Peirce College gives students a choice. I love our “Executive Style Approach.” Peirce understands that students have to work and go to school, which is recognized in the newest format, Peirce FIT®. This option gives students a choice on how they complete their education week to week.”
What advice would you give to students considering returning to school?
“Please do not think there is a time limit on your education. Build a foundation first (i.e. start out with two classes per session), use all the resources that are provided, and touch base with your advisor frequently.”
Thank you Stephen, Danielle and Tammi! Looking to connect with one of these new team members or any of the Advising and Walker Center team? Contact the Advising Center at advisingcenter@peirce.edu or 215.670.9177 or contact the Walker Center for Academic Excellence at wcae@peirce.edu or 215.670.9251.
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