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Meet Your Counselor

admissions-abbyoclairthompson.jpgAbby Dooley
Director of Admissions
dooleyab@husson.edu

(Office) 207.404.5660

My name is Abby Dooley, and I am the Director of Admissions at Husson University. I graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington in 2016 and earned my Master of Business Administration from Thomas College in 2018. My favorite part of working in admissions is helping students and their families navigate the process of choosing the right place for them. When I’m not working, you can usually find me with my family, out for a walk, or baking something sweet.

admissions-abbyoclairthompson.jpgAbigail O'Clair-Thompson
Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
oclairthompsonab@husson.edu

(Office) 207.941.7729
Send a text to 207.385.6438

Territory: Central Maine

Hello! My name is Abby O'Clair-Thompson and I am the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions. I am from a small town in Aroostook County called Easton. I graduated from University of Maine at Orono with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2019 and then from Husson University with my Master of Science degree in Human Relations in 2022. I also just recently completed my Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Organizational Management with a graduate certificate in Human Resource Management from Husson. I joined the admissions team in November 2021 and I primarily recruit for the Central Maine area. When I have free time, I enjoy reading, knitting, macrame, camping, and photography.

haleighpaul-meetyourcounselor.jpgCaleigh King (Paul)
Senior Assistant Director of Admissions
paulc@husson.edu

(Office) 207.941.7092
Send a text to 207.356.1466

Territory: Transfer Admissions

Hi! My name is Caleigh King (Paul) and I joined the Admissions team at Husson University in September of 2019. I am currently the Senior Assistant Director of Admissions and working primarily with Transfer students. I am a 2016 graduate of the University of Maine with a Bachelor's degree in Communication. When I'm not working at Husson or on the road recruiting, I enjoy being with friends and family, hiking, the outdoors and spending time with my amazing nephews.

DonGrover_forweb.jpgDon Grover
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
groverdo@husson.edu

(Office) 207.971.7023
Send a text to 207.944.3281

Territory: Northern/Eastern Maine

Hi! I'm Don Grover and I joined the Admissions team in May of 2024 as the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions. I work with students in the following counties of Maine: Aroostook, Hancock, Piscataquis, Somerset, and Washington. A graduate of the University of Maine with a bachelor's in business administration and marketing, I have worked on the road in various industries. I bring a relatable perspective to college admissions, being a father of four with two children in college. I look forward to connecting with you to share the Husson story and to learn more about you.

AshleyBlais_forweb.jpgAshley Blais
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
blaisas@husson.edu

(Office) 207.971.7055
Send a text to 207.745.4945

Territory: Central and Western Massachusetts

Hello! My name is Ashley Blais and I am the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions! I graduated from Husson University in 2025 with a B.S. in Audio Engineering and a Certificate in Business Administration. I joined the Admissions team in 2022 as a student Eagle Ambassador, then professionally joined as a counselor in February of 2026! In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching the latest Netflix original series, or going for walks with my boyfriend! I look forward to meeting you!

AshleyBlais_forweb.jpgAbigail Shoults
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
shoultsa@husson.edu

(Office) 207.971.7174
Send a text to 207.378.6583

Territory: Central and Western Massachusetts

Hello! I am Abigail Shoults, I serve as Husson's Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions. I started my journey in higher education at Nashua Community College, where I received my Associate of Arts in English. I transferred those credits to Hampshire College, where I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing. I topped that off with a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Emerson College. The path to that finish line felt long and winding at times, giving me a thoughtful understanding of the college experience and the worries that can come with it. I take great pride in helping students and families feel comfortable and confident on their own unique journeys! When I am not at Husson, you might find me hiking up a mountain or reading a book. I look forward to meeting with you!

stephaniecadwell.jpgStephanie Fazzino
Associate Director of Remote Recruitment
fazzinos@husson.edu

(Office) 207.941.7024
Send a text to 207.745.6856

Hi! I am the Associate Director of Remote Recruitment. I joined Husson in September 2017 and bring a vast amount of recruiting experience in higher education to the University. This includes two years as a graduate admissions representative for a University in Tennessee. I graduated from Herkimer County Community College before transferring to Mansfield University of Pennsylvania where I earned a Bachelor’s degree in 2005. I also went on to earn my Master’s degree from California University of Pennsylvania in 2010. I realize how hard it can be to navigate through the transfer admissions process and I am here to help make this process as smooth as possible. Fun fact about me: I was the head track and field coach at a University for eight years.  

nicole_acevedo_forweb.jpgBryan J. Witham
Regional Recruiter
withamb@husson.edu

Send a text to 207.299.5596

Territory: Connecticut, Rhode Island, Western Massachusetts

Hello! My name is Bryan Witham, Regional Admissions Recruiter for Husson University. Though Boston, Massachusetts, is home, I was born and raised in central Maine. I am dedicated to assisting students and their families throughout the admissions process, and I consider it a privilege to support such significant decisions. My primary recruitment areas include Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Western Massachusetts—specifically Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, and Hamden counties. When I'm not working or traveling for pleasure, you might spot me walking neighborhood dogs, tending to my garden, or baking in my kitchen.

nicole_acevedo_forweb.jpgMichael Szarek
Regional Recruiter
szarekm@husson.edu

Send a text to 207.944.9332

Territory: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

Hello! I am Michael Szarek, Husson's Admissions representative for students and families from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas, Missouri, and Minnesota. I started my admissions career in 1988 in New York, and love meeting and working with students and families traveling through the college search process. I am the father of three adult children who all survived that process, as did my wonderful wife! My Master's Thesis was about J.R.R. Tolkien. I obtained an MA in Liberal Studies from Kean University, and my Bachelor's degree, in Communications, is from Adelphi University. I am a Met, Jet, and Net fan and have done ring announcing for a professional wrestling organization. ALWAYS reach out with any questions you may have about how Husson may be the right school for you!