AOMA Blog

Each month we will be featuring fun information about a faculty and/or staff member to introduce the wonderful community of people behind AOMA's graduate program!

This week, we'll introduce you to Nicole Rivera, Financial Services Administrator, who works with applicants and current students to answer their questions about financial aid.

"I'm a native of Austin!"

"Having fun with my kids- we do a LOT! I also like to watch documentaries and to go hiking."

"All of the interesting people with very different backgrounds we get to meet."

"The BIG move!"

"All of the really wacky festivals that happen each year!"

To learn more about AOMA's financial aid office, please explore our website at www.aoma.edu/financial-aid/.

Remember to check-back soon to meet someone new!

Each month we will be featuring fun information about a faculty and/or staff member to introduce the wonderful community of people behind AOMA’s graduate program!

This month, we’re happy to introduce Jillian Kelble, Admissions Coordinator, who works with prospective students and applicants in the Admissions Office.

Where are you from?

“Short answer is California but I was born in Virginia, then moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico and then Southern California, then Northern California and now Texas!”

 “I love rock climbing, yoga and hiking with my dog and husband”

 “The positive, supportive and community-centered environment. ”

“Welcoming all of the new students each term and getting to meet everyone that I had been working with over the previous months.”

“The abundance of live music, outdoor adventure and like-minded people.”

“It depends on the subject. In regards to Austin events, I would say www.Austin360.com”

To learn more about the AOMA Admissions Office, log on to www.aoma.edu/prospective-students/admissions/.

Each month we will be featuring fun information about a faculty and/or staff member to introduce the wonderful community of people behind AOMA's graduate program!

This month, we're happy to introduce Robert Laguna, L.Ac., Dean of Students! In addition to being an academic and transfer advisor, Robert also teaches Clinic Theater, is a supervisor in the AOMA student clinic and oversees the tutoring program for students. 

"Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico"

"Playing music, conducting the Austin Civic Wind Ensemble, and composing/ arranging music!"

 "The camraderie amongst the staff and students; it's a real family atmosphere."

"When I graduated from the master's degree program here!"

"The climate- I like that the winters aren't too cold."

"Austin Wonder Brass - www.austinwonderbrass.com  and the Austin Civic Wind Ensemble's site - www.acwe.org."

To learn more about Robert's background and role at AOMA,  log on to https://aoma.edu/students-alumni/academic-support/academic-advising/.

 Remember to check back soon to meet someone new!

Each month we will be featuring fun information about a faculty and/or staff member to introduce the wonderful community of people behind AOMA's graduate program!

This week we are pleased to introduce Justine Meccio, Director of Admissions, who works with prospective students and applicants in the Admissions Office:

Where are you from?

"New York State! "

"Drawing, making jewelry, and hiking."

"I really enjoy New Student Orientation each term since it's exciting to see all of the folks we've worked with throughout the application process come together to start their journies. It's very rewarding to see how enthusiastic new students are to start classes."

"Definitely the positivity that exists on campus! It's really nice to feel that everyone- students, faculty, and staff- all enjoy being here and being a part of AOMA."

"I love that I can hike on the greenbelt, swim in Barton Springs within sight of downtown, grab a delicious meal, and see a great band... all in one day!"

"austinchronicle.com - they always know what's up!"

To learn more about the AOMA Admissions Office, log on to www.aoma.edu/prospective-students/admissions/.

Remember to check back regularly to meet someone new!