Staff
Director of Graduate Student Services
MS AlumnaCharisse is a Carter School MS alum. She leads the graduate student services advising team and advises our doctoral, dual degree, and graduate certificate students.Director of Finance & Human Resources
Prior to the Carter School, Dianka worked for Virginia Tech’s National Capital Region Operations office as Associate Director for Business Management, where she was responsible for financial management, human resource oversight, and regional diversity and inclusion efforts.Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Assistant
Janine is currently the Graduate Admissions and Recruitment assistant working with Dr. Monique Norton.Advisor and Recruitment Coordinator
Averi's advising focus is all things admissions related including transitioning into the major, programs and opportunities at Mason, and student involvement.Academic Advisor and Student Services Support Specialist
Emma Klainberg holds degrees from Binghamton University (SUNY) and Teachers College, Columbia University and is passionate about advising students and higher education.Assistant Director for Graduate Recruitment and Admissions
As an avid life-long learner, Monique holds a Master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology and a Master’s degree in Human Behavior.Social Media Specialist
I am responsible for assisting with the creation and scheduling of social media content, monitoring social media channels, and analyzing social media metrics to improve engagement and reach.Events & Administrative Assistant
Hamda supports the Events Manager in planning online and in-person events, performing reception duties, and providing administrative assistance to Mason Square in Arlington.