For Traditional Students (Highschool, Homeschool, International, and Transfer)
Martin C. Aucoin ‘13
Vice Provost and Dean of Admissions
MartinAucoin@bac.edu
Lindsay-Janae Raphael
Assistant Director of Admissions
lindsayjanaeraphael@bac.edu
Linda M. Randazzo
Senior Admissions Counselor
lindarandazzo@bac.edu
Emilia Pippen
Admissions Counselor
emiliapippen@bac.edu
Theresa Wilson
Admissions Counselor
theresawilson@bac.edu
Theresa Wilson grew up in Sussex County, New Jersey. She anticipated her family’s move to the Carolinas 2 years in advance when she began as a student at Belmont Abbey College in the fall of 2016. During that time she ran Cross Country and Track, was a scholar in the Honors Institute, and was heavily involved in putting together the Agora literary magazine and campus events. In addition, she was an Abbey Advocate for admissions for 3 years. After graduating in 2020 with a B.A. in History and minors in English, Theology, Medieval Studies, and Education and teaching at Angelus Academy in Virginia for a year, she is deeply blessed to be back home at The Abbey. She is excited to help students explore God’s plans for them especially in getting to know and love The Abbey like she does!
Carter Eck
Admissions Counselor
cartereck@bac.edu
Carter is a Belmont Abbey College graduate, class of 2020, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management and a minor in Digital Sports Media. He was originally from Harrisburg, PA. During his time at the Abbey, Carter was on the Men’s Volleyball team. He continues his passion for volleyball by coaching at a local high school and club. In his spare time, he loves gaming, going to the movies, playing volleyball, anything Disney, and exercising. He loves to build relationships with everyone he comes across and impact the people he meets. Carter is very excited that he can come back and give others a glimpse of the Abbey Experience. He is ready to help with a smooth process and is eager for students and families to make the Abbey their new home away from home.
Joseph Otteson
Admissions Counselor
josephotteson@bac.edu
Joseph is a Belmont Abbey College graduate, class of 2021, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management and a minor in Digital Sports Media. He was originally from South Bend, IN. During his time at Belmont Abbey College, Joseph was part of the Abbey Advocate program for admissions for 3 years. He was also a part of the Campus Activity Board, a New Student Mentor, and part of the Hintemeyer Catholic Leadership Scholarship program. In his free time, he enjoys gaming, traveling, hanging out with friends, and getting to know new people. He is excited about coming back to the Abbey to be an Admission Counselor where he can share his experiences and love for the Abbey. He is looking forward to interacting with students and helping them experience the beauty and homelike atmosphere of Belmont Abbey College.
Lunden Farris
Recruitment Coordinator
lundenfarris@bac.edu
Emma Clune
Associate Director of Admissions
emmaclune@bac.edu
Olivia Young
Coordinator of Campus Visit Experiences
oliviayoung@bac.edu
Olivia Young is a May 2021 graduate of Belmont Abbey College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Management and minor in Digital Sports Media. She is originally from Atlanta, Georgia. As a student of Belmont Abbey, Olivia played for the women’s golf team and was a Abbey Advocate. She is excited to be a part of the Admission team and help support students through their admissions process.
Karlisha Maddox
Admissions Operations Manager
karlishamaddox@bac.edu
Karlisha was a “military brat” but called Southern California her home. A two-time graduate from Lenoir-Rhyne University with a background in Marketing (B.A.) and Business Analytics & IT (M.B.A). Outside of the classroom she served as a work study student with the Athletics Department and Orientation Leader for incoming, new students with the Student Life Department. After being offered the opportunity to work in Admissions following graduation – she was able to partner her love for people with a little business savvy!
Megan Walden
Admissions Operations Coordinator
MeganWalden@bac.edu
Our Abbey Advocates lead all campus tours and aid the Admissions Office in executing our campus events.
To learn more about our Abbey Advocate, click here.