Admissions Counselors

Choosing the right college can be an exciting but stressful journey. The Cedar Crest College admissions team is here to answer your questions and help you through the application process!

We look forward to working with you as you begin your college journey.

Meet the Admissions Team

Andrea Stewart has enrolled nearly 20 Cedar Crest College classes while working as an Admission counselor.  She feels that coming to work on such a beautiful campus is a real treat.

A History and German major in college, Andrea continues to pursue her passions through travel and reading.  She and her family regularly visit National Parks, historic sites, battlefields and forts. When time and money allow, she likes to tour Europe and visit her relatives who live abroad. An avid reader, Andrea’s favorite books are Three Cups of Tea (Mortensen) and John Adams (McCullough).

Andrea’s favorite season is the fall, because it means the students return to campus and Monday Night Football begins.

Brian Benusa
btbenusa@cedarcrest.edu

Brian Benusa is a new member of the Cedar Crest staff. As an admission counselor, he hopes to use his positive energy and build relationships with prospective students! He's excited to meet students from north Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.

A recent graduate of Albright College, he has 3 years experience as a student ambassador and has an extensive list of campus leadership experience. An avid blogger and tech-enthusiast, he hopes to help contribute to the online Cedar Crest community. Brian also enjoys being outdoors, playing sports, and shooting photos. When he isn't working hard in the office, he's most likely spending time with his family or friends over a good meal.

Jesenia Holguin
jholguin@cedarcrest.edu
Jesenia Holguin is a recent alumna of the College. 

She is looking forward to traveling to meet students and working with prospective students throughout the admissions process.  While a student, Jesenia was a three-sport athlete, playing volleyball, basketball and lacrosse. She was also a member the national community service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega.  When she is not in the office, Jesenia enjoys spending time with family and friends and her two dogs, Zoey and Gizmo.

Amber Nichols
arnichol@cedarcrest.edu

Amber Nichols is excited to become part of the Cedar Crest community as a part of the admission staff. With two years of experience, Amber will be traveling extensively in New Jersey, Delaware, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Amber will also coordinate the Cedar Crest College Ambassador program.

Amber has a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Thiel College and a Master’s Degree in Education from Frostburg State University. In her free time, Amber enjoys reading, going to the movies, and spending time with friends and family. A native of western Pennsylvania, Amber also enjoys exploring local attractions.

Josh Tehonica
joshua.tehonica@cedarcrest.edu

Josh is the newest member of the admissions team and will work with student athletes. He is excited to be a part of the Cedar Crest College community and is looking forward to interacting with prospective and current students, faculty and staff.

Josh's previous experiences in higher education have included coaching college baseball, being an academic advisor and working in a Student Union. Josh also played professional baseball for the Allentown Ambassadors and he is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Higher Education. Josh can be found attending high schools and college fairs in Northern Pennsylvania.