Meet our Admissions Staff
Got questions? Whether you are thinking about applying, trying to choose a discipline, or transferring from another institution, we want to see you succeed.
Our admissions counselors are here to help – M-F, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Jonathan Hughes, Director
Higher Education professional with over 5 years of higher education experience in recruitment and student success. A graduate from the University of Louisville with a M.A. in Education Administration, where he held the student position of president for the School of Education. He is currently working towards his Ph.D. in higher education administration at the University of Louisville. Jonathan has presented research at the regional and national level with a focus on students of color and low socioeconomic status, access, student success, and organizational leadership. Jonathan began his professional career as a graduate assistant for REACH academic services, followed by a stint with the Cardinal Covenant program and undergraduate office of admissions. Jonathan began working full time for the undergraduate office of admissions in 2013 as an academic counselor, afterwards, transitioning to the JB Speed School of Engineering as the assistant director of admissions from 2015 to July 2019 and is now the Director of Admissions.
Contact Jonathan:
JB Speed Room 218A
(502) 852-0399
jon.hughes@louisville.edu
Yeimy Pina Perez, Assistant Director of Outreach
Yeimy graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in December 2019 with a B.A. in Communication Studies and a B.A. in Spanish studies. As an undergrad, Yeimy worked closely with the Latino community on and off EKU’s campus. She also volunteered and mentored in college readiness summer camps during high school and undergrad for over 7 years. Yeimy extended her time at EKU by working in the undergraduate admissions office as an admissions counselor for almost two years. During her time at EKU she gained experience in recruiting prospective students from various diverse backgrounds. Yeimy found a passion for community involvement during her time volunteering and mentoring in the community. This led her to join the admissions team at J.B. Speed School of Engineering as the Assistant Director of Outreach. Her goal as the Assistant Director of Outreach for the JB Speed School of Engineering is to continue supporting partnerships, generate and execute ideas, and building strong relationships within the community.
Contact Yeimy Pina Perez:
JB Speed Room 218
(502) 852-9371
yeimy.pina-perez@louisville.edu
Elizabeth Frazier, Admissions Counselor
Elizabeth graduated from the University of Louisville in May 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology. As an undergrad, she worked closely with Dr. Carrie Mott and the Anne Braden Institute for Social Justice as a research assistant. She also worked in the Undergraduate Admissions Office for over two years, one of which she spent as a Diversity Student Ambassador. Her goal as Admissions Counselor for the JB Speed School of Engineering is to bolster the program’s recruitment and retainment especially among students from historically underrepresented communities.
Contact Elizabeth:
JB Speed Room 218
(502) 852-9371
elizabeth.frazier@louisville.edu
Meet our Student Ambassadors
Our student ambassadors are here to provide you insight on what it means to be an engineer. Spanning across all 7 majors, our students are engaged in research, involved in organizations, and driven to succeed.
Want to know why they chose UofL? Click the videos below to find out!