News at St. Catherine's
Juniors Learn About Admissions Process
The Class of 2025 met with college admissions directors from around the country.
The Class of 2025 experienced the college admissions process from the other side as they took on the roles of admissions directors. The students divided into small groups and reviewed applicants for the fictional Grove University before advocating for their selections.
Ten admissions reps from colleges and universities across the region, including alumnae Chrystal Russell '99, led discussions with students about the candidates and then did a Q&A session. The students visited Randolph-Macon College and VCU for tours following the morning workshop.
The college reps who participated in the session:
- Meagan Donohoe, Associate Dean of Admissions, University of Virginia
- Rebecca Drewry, Assistant Director of Admission, College of Charleston
- Sofia Fallas, Assistant Director of Admission, St. Joseph's University
- Sarah Lindberg, Director of First Year Admissions, University of Mary Washington
- Kayla Nichols, Deputy Director of Undergraduate Admissions, Virginia Tech
- Michael Pina, Director of Admission, University of Richmond
- Luis Portillo, Associate Director of Regional Recruitment, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Caitlin Provost, Regional Director of Admissions, Texas Christian University
- Chrystal Russell '99, Dean of Admission, Hampden-Sydney College
- Amanda Wolk, Assistant Director of First Year Recruitment, University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, St. Catherine’s School is a private, all-girls pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school. We provide a well-rounded educational experience for girls from communities across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and all of central Virginia. St.Catherine’s all-girls educational experience is rooted in more than a century of history and tradition. From our revolutionary past to our dynamic present, St. Catherine’s has always focused on preparing students for a boundless future.
