Alison Cofrancesco, Director
- (e) acofranc@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2127
- Schedule with Alison
Alison Cofrancesco (she/her) was born and raised in Mississippi. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a minor in Sociology from the University of Georgia and a masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Vanderbilt University. She began her journey into higher education working at various university counseling centers before coming to Tulane in the Office of Case Management and Victim Support Services.
In Alison’s spare time she enjoys reading and spending time with her dog Emmett.
Kyle Pearson, Assistant Director
- (e) kpearso2@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2161
- Schedule with Kyle
Kyle (he/him) grew up in northeast Ohio, attending Youngstown State University where he received an undergraduate degree in social work before moving to Pittsburgh to pursue his graduate degree at the University of Pittsburgh. He has worked as an outpatient mental health therapist in Pittsburgh and joined Tulane’s Success Coaching program in 2016 before joining the CMVSS staff in 2018.
Chris Manguno, Case Manager
- (e) cmanguno@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2134
- Schedule with Chris
Christopher Manguno, LPC (He/They) was born in New Orleans and grew up on the Northshore. They got their undergraduate degree in Human Resources from LSU before making a major change and receiving their master's in counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University. They love working with marginalized individuals, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Christopher is so excited to be working at Tulane to connect students with the resources they need to get through challenging times.
Kara Maughon, Case Manager
- (e) kmaughon@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2103
- Schedule with Kara
Kara (she/her) is from the New Orleans area, where she lives with her family, including 4 cats and a cat-sized dog. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of New Orleans, and most recently, completed her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University. In her spare time, Kara enjoys traveling, reading, needlework, and listening to music. Kara was a former intern in CMVSS and is excited to join the team full time!
Rachel Robertson, Case Manager
- (e) rrober5@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2132
- Schedule with Rachel
Rachel (she/her) is originally from Arlington, Virginia. She is a proud Tulane alum from the Class of 2018, where she studied Social Policy and Practice, Sociology, and Africana Studies. After graduating from Tulane, Rachel worked in public schools in Seattle, Washington and Brooklyn, New York before returning to school herself to get her master’s degree in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. Rachel spent a year as a social worker in Napa, CA before returning to her alma mater and her favorite city. In her free time, Rachel loves to read, travel, and enjoy New Orleans’ amazing culinary scene.
Sam Milich, Case Manager
- (e) smilich@tulane.edu
- (p) 504-314-2097
- Schedule with Sam
Sam (she/they) was born and raised in Florida. She moved to Philadelphia to earn her undergraduate degree in Fine Art & Multidisciplinary Studies with a minor in Creative Writing at The University of The Arts. After 10 years in Philly, she moved to New Orleans to earn her master's in Social Work from LSU. Sam was a former intern in CMVSS and an NTC academic advisor who is excited to continue assisting students with whatever needs arise.
