Mary Sasso serves as the Junior Outreach and Recruitment Specialist at NewSchool of Architecture and Design. She holds a Communications degree from the University of California, San Diego. Prior to joining NewSchool, Mary worked at the Basic Needs Center, where she provided crucial support to students by ensuring they had access to essential necessities such as food and housing throughout their academic careers. Mary brings a deep passion for student support and advocacy to her role. She is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students as they pursue higher education. Her dedication to ensuring that students feel comfortable and empowered in their academic journey is reflected in her approach to outreach and recruitment initiatives at NewSchool.

As Senior Outreach and Recruitment Specialist at Newschool of Architecture and Design, Jess Schroeder brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to help students navigate the college enrollment process. With over three years of dedicated experience in the behavioral health field, Jess has recently transitioned into a pivotal role as a higher education advocate specializing in student enrollment and outreach support. Previously, Jess spent over three years in the mental health field, where she held various positions in Admissions, Peer Support and Case Management in different treatment settings including both outpatient and residential treatment centers. Jess's background in clinical expertise and crisis intervention equips her uniquely to understand and address the diverse needs of students transitioning into higher education. Jess also comes from a long line of family members with careers in Architecture and Construction Management, allowing her to understand the passion behind the degree. Jess looks forward to collaborating closely with students, families, and community partners to streamline the enrollment process and advocate for equitable access to education. Jess holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Science from California State University San Marcos, graduating with Magna Cum Laude honors. Passionate about fostering inclusive and supporting learning environments, Jess remains dedicated to empowering students on their educational journey.

Izzy is a recruitment, client relations, and leadership development professional with experience spanning multiple industries. She began her career as a student recruiter at her alma mater, the University of Toronto, where she obtained her bachelor's degree in industrial relations and human resources. She then transitioned to the corporate sector, working in operations at N2Growth, an executive search and leadership development firm. After moving from Canada to San Diego in 2022, she served as a business analyst for Jeff Sussman Management, a celebrity comedy management agency. She received her Master of Business Administration from the Rady School of Management at the University of California, San Diego, in June 2024. Izzy is passionate about developing enrollment practices that engage current and future students and strengthen NewSchool's corporate relationships. She is thrilled to join the enrollment and outreach team at NewSchool and looks forward to helping prospective students take the next steps in their academic and professional careers.