Meet The Team
Founder
Ginger Kroll
Ginger Kroll founded Gateway to Admission after discovering her passion for college admissions while guiding her own son through the process. She immersed herself in every aspect, from college visits to meetings, which inspired her to help others navigate the admissions journey with confidence. Ginger's approach is centered on listening to students and parents, crafting tailored plans that reduce stress and align with their unique goals.
Media Manager
Katelyn Stern
Katelyn serves as Media Manager for Gateway to Admission. She is currently a freshman studying finance at Notre Dame. Katelyn has been a key player in enhancing our social media presence, bringing both creativity and strategy to each post across all platforms. Her dedication to connecting with students and families through engaging, informative, and relevant content has been invaluable in growing our community. Beyond her technical skills, Katelyn’s insights into the college application process shine through in her monthly column, Katelyn’s Korner.
Website Consultant
Collin Socha
Collin Socha, a tech enthusiast with a degree in User Experience Design and Entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan, serves as the website consultant for Gateway to Admission. Now a Product Manager at Intuit in San Francisco, Collin combines his technical skills with creative flair. He’s passionate about crafting user-centered solutions that leave a lasting impact, ensuring the website reflects Gateway’s commitment to excellence.
Media Intern
Ava Hartschuh
Ava serves as a Media Intern for Gateway to Admission. She is currently a freshman at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Ava brings a unique perspective to our team. With her keen eye for design and creativity, she is perfectly positioned to connect with our students and parents in a meaningful way. Ava will be providing valuable insights into the realities of life as a new college student. Through her contributions, including her column “Ava’s View” in our monthly newsletter, she will share honest and relatable stories, tips, and reflections that shed light on the transition to college.
Media Intern
Lily Kroll
Lily serves as a Media Intern for Gateway to Admission. She is a high school junior from outside Chicago, Illinois. Lily plans to pursue a degree in education or psychology and is a dedicated member of her dance team. She also serves on the executive board on the junior board of a local charity, showcasing her passion for leadership and giving back to her community. Lily will focus on creating relevant content for TikTok.
Media Intern
Allie Grace Greene
Allie Grace serves as a Media Intern for Gateway to Admission. She is a high school junior from outside New Orleans with aspirations of studying political science or journalism in college. A dynamic and engaged student, Allie-Grace balances her time between cheer, community service, student leadership as junior class president, and various extracurricular activities. Allie Grace will focus on creating relevant content for TikTok.
Director of Academic Approach
Andrew Ferguson
Andrew Ferguson, Director of Academic Approach, partners with Gateway to Admission to help students excel in ACT and SAT preparation. With a strong background in Chemistry and Economics, Andrew teaches Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. He leads Academic Approach’s business development, ensuring personalized tutoring that meets students' academic needs. Andrew and his wife live in Des Moines, Iowa, enjoying life with their four dogs.