College Visions

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Moira Hinderer

Interim Executive Director
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
moira@collegevisions.org


ABOUT MOIRA

Moira grew up in New Hampshire. She is a proud graduate of Mount Holyoke College and the University of Chicago. She comes to College Visions from Johns Hopkins University. Moira is delighted to return to New England and once again be close to the ocean. In her non-work life, she loves spending time with family, cooking (ask her about her kimchi experiments), and checking out donut shops.


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Kacee Montgomery

Operations Director
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
kacee@collegevisions.org


ABOUT KACEE

Kacee was born in Providence, RI, but spent 11 years of her life in Memphis, TN where she experienced inequity and inequality within her community firsthand. Upon returning, it was important for Kacee to connect with her Cape Verdean culture and the beautiful communities within the state. Kacee graduated from East Providence High School where she then went on to attend the University of Rhode Island through the Talent Development program. She graduated with a major in Human Development and Family Studies and a minor in Animal Science. The ability to have access to higher education for first generation students and students of color motivates Kacee to continue pushing for better opportunities within these communities. In her spare time, Kacee loves to be creative, nurture her singing hobby, watch scary movies, and focus on holistic wellness.


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Monephia Nembhard

Development Associate
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
monephia@collegevisions.org


ABOUT MONEPHIA

Monephia was born in Jamaica but raised in Providence, RI. She graduated from Classical High School and moved on to attend the University of Rhode Island. There she earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology and minored in Anthropology. During that time, Monephia interned with UCAP, spent a summer as an AmeriCorps VISTA with NWBRV, and remained connected to CV as an alumnus of the program. Currently, her creative expression occupies most of her free time; she draws, paints, and crochets for her brand, Prolific Fruits.


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Teeravuth Nokeo

College Access Program Director
Pronouns: He/Him/His
tee@collegevisions.org


ABOUT TEERAVUTH

Teeravuth was born and raised in Providence, RI. As the child of two immigrants and a product of Providence Public Schools, he knew access to higher education was one of his only ways to make something of himself. He chose to further his education here in his home state, at the University of Rhode Island, where he graduated with a dual degree in Public Relations and Textile Merchandising. Throughout the past few years, he has worked for nonprofits like City Year Los Angeles, City Year Providence, and Brown University’s College Advising Corps. Serving to a cause greater than himself has become not only a passion but a priority to him. He looks forward to bringing perspective, experience, and familiar narrative to College Visions every day through committing to service, outreach, and strengthening our communities here in Rhode Island.


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Susan Anderson

College Success Program Director
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
susan@collegevisions.org


ABOUT SUSAN

Susan was born in The Bucket (Pawtucket, RI) and raised in Providence, RI. A graduate of Classical High School, she transferred from Salem College to CCRI and graduated with a double major in Communications and Community Health & Wellness from Rhode Island College. Susan is a College Visions Alumna (’17) and is thrilled to be a College Success Advisor at CV helping other college students stay on track and earn a college degree. Susan enjoys spending her free time with her daughter Zen, food shopping and making healthy and nutritious meals, and studying the Bible with her sisters.


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Lariona Jacobs

Junior Cohort Coordinator
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
lariona@collegevisions.org


ABOUT LARIONA

Lariona is a Boston native who has had one foot in and one foot out of Providence. She is excited to be all in at College Visions and continue her passion for supporting youth in post-secondary endeavors. From the moment she was able to work, Lariona has been dedicated to youth advocacy, development, and equitable access. Her experience serving and working with high school students, navigating college as a first-gen, and an overall passion for educational equity have equipped her with the tools necessary for this role. Lariona attended Denison University in Granville, Ohio as a Posse Scholar where she graduated with a degree in Anthropology/Sociology and Communication. She will be receiving her Master of Science in Crime and Justice Studies with a Youth, Crime, and Justice concentration from Suffolk University in January of 2022. Lariona is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, aunt, youngest sister, turtle lover, and horror movie fanatic.


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Dionna Jenkins

College Access Advisor
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
dionna@collegevisions.org


ABOUT DIONNA

Dionna grew up in New York City, where she witnessed firsthand the social and economic disparities that have long plagued public school systems. Her educational experiences led her to Smith College, where she studied English and Education as a first-generation student. Her time in college inspired her to dig deeper into educational issues, particularly those relating to access and equity. She believes her new role as an advisor at College Visions will allow her to formally address these issues, as well as help students most affected by them.


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Bethania Ramos

College Access Advisor
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
bethania@collegevisions.org


ABOUT BETHANIA

Bethania was born in Waltham, MA, but grew up mainly in Woonsocket, RI. After graduating from Woonsocket High School in 2013, she furthered her education at The University of Rhode Island and received her Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Studies in 2017. Throughout the years, she has interned as an Academic Advisor at URI, was a College Advisor at Woonsocket High through the Brown College Advising Corps, and served as a High School Advisor with the College Crusade of Rhode Island. Bethania is excited to continue the work she has always been passionate about and working with students, helping them to see their potential. Some fun facts about her is she loves to sing karaoke, loves to dance bachata, and enjoys a good book here and there.


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Jennifer Santos

College Success Advisor
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
jenn@collegevisions.org


ABOUT JENNIFER

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Julio Reyes

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Cassandra Richter

Retired High School Teacher
College Visions Volunteer

Cicily Shaw, Vice Chair

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