Campus Contacts and Resources

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Student veterans are encouraged to take advantage of the many resources available to them at Manhattan University.

See below for helpful contacts in admissions and financial aid, programming, academic advisement and other areas of the University. 

  • Admissions
    Helene Quezada, Assistant Director of Military & Veteran Recruiting
    718-862-3864
    veterans@manhattan.edu 
    Provides support for any veteran who is applying or transferring credit from other institution(s). The Admissions Office will also help with information on the steps of the admissions process.

    Admissions Website

  • Financial Aid and School Certifying Official

    David Bollert, Director of Veterans Services
    Thomas Hall, 2nd floor
    718-862-8121
    david.bollert@manhattan.edu

    The Certifying Official meets with new and returning veteran and dependent students on a regular basis to make sure their benefits (GI Bill®, Yellow Ribbon, etc.) are activated within a timely fashion with the New York State Veterans Affairs office. In addition, she can discuss verification process and loan options.

  • Veterans Success Programs

    David Bollert, Director of Veterans Services
    Thomas Hall, 2nd floor
    718-862-8121
    david.bollert@manhattan.edu

    Veterans Success Programs serves as a central point of contact for student veterans and oversees all veterans' events and programs.

  • Veterans At Ease

    David Bollert, Director of Veterans Services
    Thomas Hall, 2nd floor
    718-862-8121
    david.bollert@manhattan.edu

    David Bollert oversees the Veterans at Ease Program, which includes retreat programs for stress reduction, building bonds between student veterans, and fostering relationships between student veterans and Manhattan University faculty to facilitate the successful transition to civilian and academic life.

    Veterans at Ease Program

Veteran Resources 

  • Academic Support and Tutoring

    The Center for Academic Success provides programs and initiatives to help the learning experience of all students. This includes peer tutoring, individual tutoring, study groups and online tutoring.  Your academic coach will help you focus on long-term and short-term goals, time-management, study skills, and test-taking strategies. 

    Melinda Wilson, Director, Center for Academic Success
    Thomas 3.12
    718-862-7782
    mwilson02@manhattan.edu

  • Counseling Center

    The Counseling Center services are provided at no charge to help students reach their educational goals and work through any personal issues that are causing anxiety or distress. Regular office hours are 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., but evening appointments are also available by request. There are various types of assistance available, including short-term individual counseling, student groups that meet weekly, private consultation, crisis intervention, referrals to local mental health resources, substance abuse screening and referrals, and educational programs.

    Carol Ciancutti, Director, Counseling Center
    Miguel Hall 501
    718-862-7975
    cciancutti01@manhattan.edu

  • Office of Career Pathways

    The Office of Career Pathways offers numerous programs and resources to assist with transitioning academic experience into professional success. Each of our undergraduate schools have a dedicated career advisor in the Center for Career Development who can provide guidance regarding choosing a major, career paths and job opportunities. In addition, the Center for Graduate School and Fellowship Advisement helps provide our graduating students and alumni who are interested in applying to graduate or professional schools, or to external fellowships.

    Contact Information
    718-862-7224
    careerdevelopment@manhattan.edu
    Staff Contacts

  • O'Malley Library

    Your liaison at the O’Malley Library will provide library information and research classes, personalized instruction, and workshops to help you maximize your college success.

    Bernadette Lopez-Fitzsimmons, Librarian
    O’Malley Library 306
    718-862-7982
    bernadette.lopez@manhattan.edu

  • Specialized Resource Center

    The Specialized Resource Center serves all students with special needs including individuals with a temporary disability, such as those resulting from injury or surgery. Use of services is voluntary, strictly confidential, and free of charge.

    Juanita Pacheco, Director
    Thomas Hall, 3rd Floor
    718-862-7666
    src@manhattan.edu

  • Student Accounts and Bursar Services

    Students who enroll at Manhattan University will work with Student Accounts and Bursar Services to discuss financing options and set up payment plans.

    Christina Cardinale, Senior Associate Director
    Jasper Central
    Thomas Hall, 3rd Floor
    718-862-7363
    christina.cardinale@manhattan.edu

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