Academic Success Coaching

Contact: lisham@berkshirecc.edu

Lyndsay was named Director of Academic and Transfer Advising in October 2022 and assumed leadership of Academic Coaching in August 2023 after serving as both an Academic Counselor and Student Advising Coordinator at BCC. She provides leadership and oversight of academic and transfer advising and academic coaching and partners with faculty and staff to continuously improve the support services we offer. Well-versed in BCC's advising software, Lyndsay offers workshops for faculty, staff, and students on how to make the most of our technology. As a first-generation college student, she loves helping students understand how to navigate their college experience and make the most of their time at BCC. Lyndsay earned her BA in Political Science from William Smith College and her MA in counseling from Johnson State College. Originally from Vermont, she now lives in Pittsfield with her family and is at home on the sidelines of the softball field watching her girls play the sport they love.

Contact: scallahan@berkshirecc.edu

Sheaden Callahan is the Clerk IV for the SUCCESS Program. She earned her B.A in Psychology at MCLA, and has enjoyed living in the Berkshires since. She is passionate about cultivating positive relationships and providing individual support to all of the SUCCESS students. In her free time, she enjoys walking, trying new foods, dog watching, and relaxing.

Contact: gmartinez@berkshirecc.edu

A native to Berkshire County, Gabriella attended American International College (AIC), where she earned her B.A. in sociology. Her passion for higher education brings her back to the Berkshires, where she seeks to foster the strong sense of community within BCC and help students succeed to their full potential. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dog, biking, reading or doing yoga.

Contact: cmirer@berkshirecc.edu

Cheryl Mirer is an Academic SUCCESS Coach for the BCC SUCCESS Program. Cheryl generally works with MassReconnect/students who are 25 and older. She comes to BCC with over 25 years experience in a variety of fields including teaching, fundraising, event planning, leading small non-profit organizations, and higher education. Cheryl grew up in Burlington, CT and earned a Bachelor of Fine Art and Art History at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and a Master of Science in Arts Administration at Boston University. Cheryl is a painter, printmaker, and mixed media artist and serves on the board of the Berkshire Art Center. Cheryl loves dogs, hiking, yoga, gardening, cooking and helping others. She is passionate about the Berkshire community and wishes to make a difference in people’s lives.

Contact: enystrom@berkshirecc.edu

Eric earned his bachelor's degree from Nichols College majoring in psychology. He continued his studies at Springfield College where he received a master's degree in Counseling Psychology, specializing in student personnel in higher education. He has served at BCC in a variety of roles since 2005. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach.

Contact: kwinsett@berkshirecc.edu

Kristin is an Academic Success Coach for the BCC Success Coaching Program as well as the TRIO Learning Specialist. Kristin holds a B.A. in Biochemistry, a M.S. in Biomedical Science and a Certificate in Public Health from Regis College. In her spare time, she enjoys kayaking, doing puzzles, baking and spending time with her two cats.

Contact: sburdick@berkshirecc.edu

Sarah Burdick is an Academic SUCCESS/Career Coach for the SUCCESS Program. She earned her bachelor's degree from MCLA majoring in Psychology. Sarah is certified as an Out Alliance Safe Zone Trainer and has prior experience in academic coaching/advising, multicultural affairs, and student records. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and her two pets, a cat and a dog.

Contact: dbuxton@berkshirecc.edu

Dana Buxton is the Academic SUCCESS Coach for the Disabilities Resource Center. She comes to BCC with more than 15 years of experience supporting diverse populations to heal, grow, and achieve their life goals. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Stanford University and her master's degree in Psychology, with a focus in Ecopsycholgy, from Antioch University Seattle. Originally from Texas, she loves the natural beauty of the Berkshires and is an avid birder.