Mandi Lighthizer-Schmidt
Director of Recruiting and Communications
Recruiting and Communications
Marketing, Communications, Recruiting & Outreach
Ridgewater’s team of Marketing, Communications, Recruiting and Outreach professionals strive to enhance the college’s visibility, attract and enroll a diverse student population, and foster strong community relationships. This team strategically promotes the college’s programs and services, effectively communicates with internal and external audiences, and engages with the community to support educational and career opportunities. Additionally, they are responsible for telling Ridgewater’s story in a variety of media.
Our Team
Maxx Raths
Director of Marketing and Community Outreach
Marketing and Community Outreach
Nellie Schmalz
Data & Communications (CRM) Coordinator
Recruiting and Communications
Ciera Conrad
Outreach and Admissions Specialist
Recruiting and Communications
Mercedes Wendorff
Outreach and Admissions Specialist
Recruiting and Communications
Joslyn Pappadackis
Marketing and Communications Assistant
Recruiting and Communications
Joshua Horsman
Website Manager
Marketing and Community Outreach
Katherine Donaghue
Social Media Specialist
Marketing and Community Outreach