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Meet Our Staff

Who helps me through the financial aid process? We do!

Contact the following financial aid counselors for help in a specific area:

Meet Stephen Howell, Director of Financial Aid
Meet Stephen Howell, Director of Financial Aid Area Served:Director of Financial Aid 419-289-5002 showell@ashland.edu I came to Ashland after completing my master’s degree in Student Personnel Administration at Ball State University. I’ve been on campus, helping students work out their financial aid, since September 1985. When I started my position at Ashland, it meant so much to be able to help students achieve their goal of attaining a college degree and it’s just as exciting for me today. I know I am able to make a difference in students’ lives and that is so satisfying. When I talk to students today I try to convey what a truly exciting time college is in life. It is a time to learn and to become everything God intended for you to be. Now is the moment to be proactive and get involved, not just in the classroom, but in other areas as well.

Meet Becky Shinaberry, Associate Director of Financial Aid
Meet Becky Shinaberry, Associate Director of Financial Aid Area Served:undergraduates whose last names begin with A-D 419-289-5004 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5004 rshinabe@ashland.edu It hardly seems possible, but I’ve been working in Admissions and Financial Aid for 35 years now, including 9 years at Ashland. It is something I really enjoy. The very best part of my job is getting to talk to the students and their families and help them work out the financing to make college affordable. After a long day of juggling details so students can attend Ashland, I like to unwind by visiting the animals on my farm and walking in the pasture. It’s a real stress buster. When I talk to students, I encourage them to be open to new experiences when they come to campus. It’s important to try new things and stretch. That’s the secret to getting the most value from your education. We’ll work with you every step of the way to get you to Ashland. Make sure once you’re on campus you make the most of it!

Meet Pamela Stimpert, Associate Director of Financial Aid
Meet Pamela Stimpert, Associate Director of Financial Aid Area Served: undergraduates whose last names begin with E-J 419-289-5914 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5914 pstimper@ashland.edu I received my undergraduate degree in Business Management from Ashland in 1995. (My husband has his Master’s, my son his Bachelor’s, and my daughter her Bachelor’s, all from Ashland University) We value an Ashland education! I received my Master’s of Science in Education as an Enrollment Management specialist from Capella University in March 2009, as well as a Professional Certification in Enrollment Management from Noel Levitz. I started working in our financial aid office in September of 1997. I most enjoy watching students, and families, I’ve been able to assist grow from their experience at Ashland. It is very satisfying to see students accomplish their goals. I enjoy the excitement of them coming into my office to share successes, as well as being able to help them sort out the ‘issues.’ Many times, I have the opportunity to get to know my families on a personal level. The best advice I can offer students is to take ownership of your opportunities here. Don’t be afraid to ask for help! We have many capable individuals more than willing to expand your experience at Ashland so that it can be all you hoped it would be.

Meet Jamie Jarvis, Associate Director of Financial Aid
Meet Jamie Jarvis, Associate Director of Financial Aid Area Served:undergraduates whose last names begin with K-M & graduate students A-B 419-289-5851 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5851 jjarvis2@ashland.edu I graduated from Ashland in 2003 as a Business Management major and have been working in the campus Financial Aid office since 2007. It is great to have a job where I am able to help students and their families in such an important way. As an alumnus, I know what attending Ashland can mean to a student, and I do everything possible to help others share this life-changing experience. The one piece of advice I have for applying students is to become informed on the financial aid process early. This includes checking out websites and resources in your community that may have scholarship and grant opportunities that you are eligible to receive. A little research often pays off big.

Meet Tony Leprotti, Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Meet Tony Leprotti, Assistant Director of Financial Aid Area Served:whose last names begin with N-R; graduate C-H 419-289-5096 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5096 aleprott@ashland.edu I came to Ashland in May of 2010 with 12 years of financial aid experience. I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. I enjoy working in financial aid because I get to impact the lives of young people. Financing a college education can be overwhelming. I enjoy helping families navigate the process and seeing the promise in prospective and returning students.

Meet Melissa Tkachyk, Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Meet Melissa Tkachyk, Assistant Director of Financial Aid Area Served: undergraduates whose last names begin with S-T; graduates I-Q 419-289-5913 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5913 mtkachyk@ashland.edu I completed my bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Kent State University and have been in Ashland University’s financial aid department since May 2007. I really enjoy working with students to finance their education. It feels good knowing I’m making a difference in someone’s life by helping him or her attend college on our campus. Probably the best advice I can give students planning to attend Ashland University is to start applying for outside scholarships early, and to remember that no scholarship is too small to pursue. They all add up and together can make a real difference in your out-of-pocket costs.

Andrea Morrow, Financial Aid Counselor
Andrea Morrow, Financial Aid Counselor Area Served: undergraduates whose last names begin with U-Z; graduates R-Z 419-289-5891 or 800-882-1548, ext. 5891 amorrow5@ashland.edu I came to Ashland University in August of 2010 with 11 years of experience in the financial aid arena. Currently, I am furthering my education and understand what it is like to be a student. Financial aid can be an overwhelming part of the college process, but together, we can achieve your goal. Along the journey, there may be some bumps and bruises, but always keep the end goal in sight. My favorite part of my job is being able to help students reach their goal of being a college graduate. I encourage students to be involved and embrace the financial aid experience; in the long run they will be thankful they listened.