Victoria McCormick
Athletes, Health Sciences - Non-Nursing Intent, Nursing/MLT/ PTA/RAD (Professional Phase), Food Science / Culinary Arts, Funeral Service

Interim advisor for HS Nursing Intent, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Plant Science, Horticulture, Sustainability, Exercise Science, Public Health, Health Science

Victoria McCormick is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Sports Entertainment Event Management. Over the past 10 years, she has held various roles in higher education, program coordination, and student advocacy, while also running a successful bakery business. As a team manager at Johnson & Wales University and an assistant to the Athletic Academic Advisors at Rutgers University, she managed student degree tracking, day-to-day operations, and study schedules. For the past 3 years, she has worked as a Program Coordinator, guiding teens through their transition from high school to college. Victoria is excited to help transform students and support their success both in and out of the classroom.

Mccormickv@mccc.edu
(609) 570-3529

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Dr. Michelle Pierson
Liberal Arts, Advertising/Graphic Design, Architecture, Audio Production, Communication, Dance, Digital Film/Media Arts, Entertainment Technology, Fashion/Apparel Design/Merchandising, Game Design/Programming, Illustration, Music, Photography, Television, Theatre, Visual Arts

Michelle Pierson graduated from TCNJ with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, earned a Master’s degree in Reading/Language Arts, and received a Doctorate degree in Education with a specialization in Curriculum and Instruction. She has been an educator for over 28 years with experience teaching in the K-12 sector and higher-education.  She, also, has over 20 years of experience as a learning consultant/coach and enjoys training both students and staff. She has been an English professor at various colleges for nine years and continues to teach as a part-time English professor at Mercer. She has been an academic advisor for over 8 years, with previous advising experience at Bucks County Community College. With a strong and diverse background in education and advising, she has a deep understanding of how to provide support to students, faculty, and staff in various areas. Michelle’s entire career is, and has been, dedicated to supporting and escalating students to realize and achieve the outcomes they desire.

Piersonm@mccc.edu
(609) 570-3671

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Melissa Santiago
Business Administration, Aviation Flight Technology/Aviation Management, Automotive Technology, Education (K-12)/Early Childhood Education / Special Education Assistant, Legal Studies and Professional Ethics

Melissa received her BA in Liberal Arts from Mount Holyoke College, where she majored in English and minored in Politics and the Non-elite World. She completed her Master of Arts in Teaching at The College of New Jersey. Melissa has worked at Mercer County Community College for 14 years as Adjunct Faculty and Academic Advisor. She has taught in the English Department at MCCC and in the Multicultural Studies Department at Rider University. During her time at MCCC, Melissa has served on the DEI Task Force, the DEI Committee and the Middlestates Committee, among others, and she is the founding advisor for JKC Creative Change, the new student club on the Trenton campus. Melissa is a passionate advocate for our students at the JKC campus and is deeply committed to our college mission.

Santiagm@mccc.edu
(609) 570-3146

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Raenisha Smith
Computer Information Systems/Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Business Studies, Engineering Science/Electronics Engineering Technology/Civil Engineering Technology, Fire Science Technology, Hospitality Management, Information Technology/Cybersecurity, Professional Studies, Security Systems Technology

Raenisha Smith earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English Literature from Rutgers University and a Master of Communication and Media with a triple specialization in Strategic Organizational Communication, Leadership Communication, and Corporate Purpose and Social Impact.

She has more than 16 years of experience in higher education, serving in both student services and academic affairs. In addition to her administrative background, Raenisha has taught as a Communications adjunct instructor for four years, combining academic knowledge with practical application to support student development.

Her advising philosophy is intentional, holistic, and student-centered, dedicated to enhancing the student experience while fostering academic achievement, career readiness, and community engagement.

smithrae@mccc.edu
(609) 570-3167

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Quaashie Maitre

Quaashie Maitre is an Academic Advisor & Support Coordinator who helps students plan their academic journeys and connect with campus resources. He holds a B.A. In Psychology and an extensive background in academic affairs, specifically testing services. Outside of work, Quaashie enjoys sporting events and graphic designing.

maitreq@mccc.edu