Leah Badke

Graduate Adult & Transfer Counselor
414-382-6112
Leah.Badke@alverno.edu

I joined the Alverno Admissions team in August of 2022. I am also a proud 2019 Alverno alumna. Something that I love about Alverno is its commitment to support and inclusiveness, which has created an environment that uplifts and encourages growth for all its students.

I work with students interested in our graduate education and licensure programs. I also work with students interested in our paraprofessional to teacher licensure program.

Katie Kipp

Assistant Director of Admissions for Transfer, Adult and Graduate
414-382-6045
katie.kipp@alverno.edu

I am Katie Kipp and I have been working in admissions for a number of years, but have been at Alverno College for six.

As the assistant director for the graduate, adult and transfer admissions team, I lead a dynamic group of admissions counselors who help prospective students learn more about our graduate, adult and weekday transfer options at Alverno. I focus specifically on prospective students interested in transferring to Alverno College in our weekday undergraduate program as well as prospective students who are interested in our MBA program.

Alverno College is a very special place and my favorite part about working here is helping new students experience how wonderful and welcoming our college can be!

Janet Stikel

Director of Admissions
414-382-6112
janet.stikel@alverno.edu

I’ve been with Alverno College since 2007 and love the supportive environment. My favorite spot on campus is looking out through the wall of windows on the second floor of the Sister Joel Read Center. No matter the weather, the view is nothing short of amazing. 

As the director of admissions, I am happy to speak with anyone interested in learning more about the programs we offer; however, I specialize in working with nurses who are interested in pursuing their master's degree.

Alexis Carter

Assistant Director of Admissions for High School Recruitment
414-382-6104
alexis.carter@alverno.edu

I joined the Alverno team as an employee in 2019 but am a former student, class of 2009, business and management program. Proud Alum!

At Alverno, the empowerment around becoming your full, true self via a quality education is truly one of my favorite things.

I service the college through a variety of roles. My main duties include serving as the assistant director of Admissions, High School Recruitment which allows me to interface with our community school partners and lead a team that makes these connections for new students to join the college community. In addition, I serve as a co-director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, where I support efforts around our beloved community. I am also an adjunct faculty member, teaching coursework in HR.

Annie Barrett

Admissions Counselor - Graduate, Adult & Transfer
414-382-6113
annie.barrett@alverno.edu

I was born and raised in Milwaukee and have been lucky enough to be a part of the Alverno community for three and a half years. Currently, I work regionally in Chicago.

My favorite thing about Alverno is the ability-based learning. By not using letter grades, students can really focus their energy on understanding course material and challenging themselves in unique ways.

I work with folks from Illinois interested in our traditional weekday college. Additionally, I work with students interested in our RN to BSN program, Alverno Accelerate, Master's in Music Therapy, Master's in Music and Liturgy, Master's in Community Psychology, and Master's in School Psychology programs.

Jennifer Rodriguez

Admissions Counselor
414-382-6097
jennifer.rodriguez@alverno.edu

I have been at Alverno for a year but spent four and a half years here as a student earning my bachelor's degree.

My favorite thing about Alverno is the campus community and how welcoming it is.

I work with new high school, athlete, and international applicants.

Maiyer Lee

Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
414-382-6386
maiyer.lee@alverno.edu

I have been at Alverno for a little over year now. My favorite thing about Alverno is that it is a small campus, but the community here is huge! Faculty, staff, and students are very welcoming and inviting. It feels great to be a part of a community where people care for you.

I work with new high school students, also known as traditional weekday students pursuing their bachelor's degree. Additionally, I work with student athletes including transfers for the following sports: volleyball, soccer, track and field, and cross country.

Stephanie Melendrez

Admissions Counselor
414-382-6139
stephanie.melendrez@alverno.edu

I have been at Alverno since September of 2021. My favorite things about Alverno are the diversity of the student body and that it’s an all-women’s college. I believe the college has the potential to be the best in Wisconsin.

My focus within the college and scholarly interests are in Hispanic-Serving Institution initiatives, multicultural recruitment, supporting undocumented/DACAmented students and community engagement and outreach with inner-city high schools and community-based organizations in Milwaukee.