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Alyssa Hensel

Manager of RISE
Identity-Based Programs
RISE First-Generation Student Program

Having obtained both a bachelor’s and master’s in vocal performance, Alyssa Hensel is very familiar with the challenges of a performing arts education—whether it’s ear training homework or juggling 16 credits of coursework plus gigs, part-time jobs, and life.

With over 10 years of higher education experience and as a first-generation college student herself, she is passionate about developing Berklee’s first-generation college students through programming and one-on-one support.

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Faculty, staff, alumni, and outside (non-Berklee) contacts: ahensel@berklee.edu

General Inquiries: rise@berklee.edu 

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