Why Expert Admissions?

Dr. Bari Norman, CEP

Co-Founder and Head Counselor

Dr. Norman is a Certified Educational Planner and worked as an Admissions Officer at Barnard College/Columbia University. She has been featured as an expert on college admissions by virtually every major media outlet.

Admissions Experience

• Admissions Officer, Barnard College/Columbia University
• Director of Pre-College Programs, Barnard College/Columbia University
• Chair, Pre-College Admissions and Financial Aid, Barnard College/Columbia University

Education

• PhD in Sociology, University of Pennsylvania
• MA in Sociology, University of Pennsylvania
• AB in Sociology, magna cum laude, Barnard College/Columbia University
• Certificate in College Counseling, UCLA
• Harvard Summer Institute on College Admissions

Related Education Experience

• Associate Director of College Counseling, Hillel High School
• Curriculum Consultant, New York University
• Undergraduate Instructor and Academic Advisor, University of Pennsylvania
• Secondary Schools Committee Member, University of Pennsylvania
• Alumnae Admissions Representative, Barnard College/Columbia University
• Board Member and Faculty, University of California – Irvine, Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program
• Past-Chair, College Committee of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)

Media

See Press.

Professional Development

• American Institute of Certified Educational Planners, Certified Educational Planner (CEP)
• National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), Member
• Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), Professional Member
• Overseas Association for College Admission Counseling (OACAC), Member
• Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA), Member

Will Norman

Co-Founder and CEO

Mr. Norman received an MBA from Columbia Business School and a BA from Columbia College. He served as an Admissions Ambassador at Columbia Business School, advising prospective applicants, helping to lead admissions information sessions, and interviewing candidates for admission. As an alumnus, he continues to serve as a resource and interviewer for Columbia Business School applicants. In addition, Mr. Norman conducts interviews with candidates for undergraduate admission to Columbia University as a member of the Alumni Representative Committee.

Mr. Norman has worked as a consultant to the New York State Education Department (NYSED). At NYSED, he designed innovative performance management systems that more effectively utilized the resources of the 3,500-person department. Mr. Norman’s work impacted New York students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade.

Shoshana Krieger

Senior Admissions Counselor

Shoshana Krieger is a former Assistant Director of Admission at the University of Chicago; she also served as an Admissions Counselor at Trinity University in Texas. Ms. Krieger is a graduate of the University of Chicago, from which she earned a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies in the Humanities.

While working in the Admissions Office at the University of Chicago, Ms. Krieger was also the Athletics Department Liaison, where she worked closely with varsity coaches and athletic recruits. Additionally, she oversaw the Admissions Office’s relations with high school counselors. Ms. Krieger brings her varied admissions experience, as well as her experience in NYU’s Office of Financial Aid, to her work at Expert Admissions.

Sarah Lyons

Senior Admissions Counselor

Dr. Kimberly Torres

Parent Liaison / Writing Specialist

Higher Education Experience:

• Academic Advisor, Princeton University
• Academic Advisor, University of Pennsylvania
• Education Project Director, New York University
• Academic Advisor, Hamilton College
• Liberal Arts Assessment Project Consultant, Hamilton College

Education:

• PhD in Sociology, University of Pennsylvania
• MA in Sociology, University of Pennsylvania
• BA in Government and Sociology, summa cum laude, Hamilton College
• Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society inductee
• Study Abroad, Oxford University (England)

University Teaching Experience:

• University of Pennsylvania (undergraduate and graduate)
• Hamilton College

Media:

• Research on higher education published in the American Journal of Education and Social Science Research
• Work features in The New York Times and The Washington Post

Professional Development:

• Sociology of Education Association

Tania Asnes

Writing Specialist

Tania Asnes holds a BA summa cum laude from Barnard College in English (Creative Writing) with a minor in Russian. She was inducted early into Phi Beta Kappa, participated in the Centennial Scholars independent study program, and received departmental awards in English and Russian. While at Barnard, Tania served as a Writing Fellow, advising peers on their academic papers. She has served as a writer and editor for the DemiDec and World Scholar’s Cup academic competitions since 2007.

Dr. Katie McIntyre

Writing Specialist

Dr. Katie McIntyre received her Ph.D. in Philosophy from Columbia University. She majored in Philosophy and minored in English at Dartmouth College, where she earned her B.A. cum laude and with departmental honors. Dr. McIntyre taught Columbia College’s Core Curriculum to undergraduate students for five years. In addition, Dr. McIntyre worked one-on-one with students at Columbia’s Writing Center.  She also received Columbia’s “Excellence in Teaching Award” and has been published in journals for social and political philosophy.

David Skeist

Writing Specialist

Haidan Hu

Marketing and Outreach Specialist

Haidan Hu has worked in journalism and marketing in both the United States and China and she currently leads outreach efforts in the Chinese-speaking market and provides support to our Chinese-speaking clients. While working in the Market Strategy team at East West Bank, she oversaw Eastern Region’s public relations and media relations. Ms. Hu also assisted with providing Cross-Border (U.S.-Greater China) services.

Prior to that, she worked as a multimedia reporter at China Daily USA, her beats included education and U.S. – China relations. She covered major international events, including Chinese leaders’ state visits and the annual UN General Assembly. Ms. Hu also led the development of social media content and managed social media campaigns at China Daily USA.

Ms. Hu holds two master’s degrees. One in Journalism from E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Ohio University, where she was awarded a full scholarship and research assistantship. The other in International Corporate Media from Marietta College.

Ms. Hu earned her B.A. in Advertising and Marketing Communication from The University of Bedfordshire in the UK.

Dr. David Zuluaga

Director of Spanish Services

Dr. David Zuluaga holds a Ph.D. in Politics (Political Theory) from Princeton University and a B.A. magna cum laude in Philosophy with a minor in Economics from Harvard University. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa and his senior thesis was awarded the Carrier Prize for Outstanding Work in Moral and Political Philosophy by the Harvard Philosophy Department. He came to the U.S. to study after finishing high school in Colombia, his home country. He has mentored several students, helping them navigate the admissions process for schools in the U.S. Dr. Zuluaga has also been an op-ed writer for different Colombian media outlets and has been actively involved in corporate social responsibility initiatives. Dr. Zuluaga is also a member of the International Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC), the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and has been an alumni interviewer for Harvard University.

Maria Cristina Pimiento

Manager of Spanish Services & Outreach

Maria Cristina Pimiento earned her Business Management degree from the Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia. Following her undergraduate work, María Cristina came to the United States, where she was eager to enhance her education, earning an MFA from the Actors Studio in New York City. With a degree in business and her experience making the transition to the U.S. for her graduate work, Maria Cristina is uniquely suited to assist Expert Admissions’ Latin American clientele. Maria Cristina is also a renowned artist in Colombia and was awarded the India Catalina Award for Best New Artist (2004). Maria Cristina is a member of the International Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC) and the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).

Craig Henning

Director of Operations

Craig holds a BA in Communications from Marist College. Prior to joining Expert Admissions, Craig was the Director of Operations at high-end day camps.

He has led a team of 200+ domestic and global staff, serving as the point-person for employee communication, client relations, and vendor management.

Craig takes great pride in building relationships and working with our team to achieve successful outcomes.

Ann Robbins

Administrative Assistant

Ann Robbins is a former high school English teacher, having taught both college preparatory and International Baccalaureate English. She is a graduate of James Madison University, from which she earned a B.A. in English and Secondary Education and a Master of Arts in Teaching. A member of the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), she is a lifelong learner.

Ann makes it her goal to serve others and help them achieve their goals. She is also the proud mother of a baby boy.