Meet the Admission Team

List of 8 members.

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  Jamila Everett 

  Dean of Enrollment Management

  University of California, Los Angeles - Ed.D.
  University of Southern California - M.A.
  University of Southern California - B.A.

  Bio

  Dr. Jamila Everett serves as the Dean of Enrollment Management at The Webb Schools in Claremont, California, where she has led the school’s admission and financial aid efforts since 2016. She brings over two decades of experience in enrollment strategy, having held senior leadership roles at Pitzer College, the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), and the University of Southern California (USC). Dr. Everett earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communication and Master’s degree in Communication Management from USC’s Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism. She earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership from UCLA. Her scholarship focused on research and leadership principles to improve practices throughout the K-16 educational continuum. Jamila’s research entitled “Recruiting Women to Engineering Programs: College Admission Leaders’ Perceptions of Promising Practices and Strategies” has served as a model for best practices for STEM recruitment initiatives nationally. Everett leads the Admission office in developing practices for recruitment, application review, and financial aid.
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  Jeff Stodgel 

  Senior Associate Director of Admission & Financial Aid

  Concordia University - M.C.A.A.
  Concordia University - B.A.

  Bio

  Jeff joined the Webb community in 2009. In addition to serving on the Admission and Financial Aid Committees, Jeff has coached baseball and been a freshman and sophomore advisor, as well as a member of the weekend activities team. Prior to Webb, Jeff was in the financial industry following his professional playing career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Jeff earned his Bachelor of Arts in Exercise/Sports Science and Master of Arts in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University, Irvine, where he also served as Assistant Baseball Coach and Recruiting Coordinator. In his free time, Jeff enjoys lake trips with his family and friends, golfing, and is an avid Los Angeles Kings fan.
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  Sarah Garcia 

  Director of Admission

  California State Polytechnic University - M.A.
  St. Olaf College - B.A.

  Bio

  Sarah joined Webb in 2016. Her prior work was in the world of college admissions, where she recruited international and out-of-state students. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and Religion from St. Olaf College and a Master of Arts in English from California State Polytechnic University Pomona. Prior to this, Sarah attended a boarding school in England where she remembers with fondness the dichotomy of strict guidelines and playful pranks. With one brother belonging to the Webb School of California, Class of 2006, and the other brother being married in the Vivian Webb Chapel in 2005, now Sarah’s favorite place on campus due to its serenity, Sarah feels at home at Webb and is happy to return to a boarding community. She believes in the healthy relationship between hard work and fun. Sarah finds personal significance in the Honor Code at Webb, her life motto being that sometimes you have to do the things you don’t want to do, in order to become the person that you want to become.
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  Holly Arnold 

  Associate Director of Admission

  University of Illinois - M.A.
  Elmhurst University - B.A.

  Bio

  Holly joined the Admission Office in 2023. Holly graduated from Elmhurst University in Illinois with a major in Political Science and has a graduate degree in Public Administration along with a Graduate Certificate in the Management of Nonprofit Organizations from the University of Illinois at Springfield. Most recently she worked at the Claremont Graduate University, Drucker School of Management where she served as the Associate Director of Admission and lead recruiter for the school’s management and specialized master’s and PhD programs.
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  Emma Ridley 

  Assistant Director of Admission

  Arizona State University - B.A.

  Bio

  Emma grew up in California and enjoys everything surf, sand, and sun! Prior to joining Webb, Emma worked in the world of law as a legal assistant at a family law firm in Pasadena, CA. Emma’s passion for helping others inspired her to move into the educational field to make a difference. Emma is currently studying for her degree in Organizational Management, with the goal of continuing her professional career within education. Joining Webb in August 2021, Emma loves the genuine connection of community that Webb provides, making it feel like a home away from home.
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  Nathalie Nguyen 

  Admission Coordinator

  University of California, Berkeley - B.S.

  Bio

  Nathalie joined the Webb community in 2025. She graduated from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Economics and Policy. Prior to Webb, she was a Technical Sourcer and Recruiting Coordinator at various tech companies such as Stripe, Meta, and Pinterest. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Nathalie loves the melting pot of cultures and sunny weather. Outside of work, Nathalie enjoys going to theme parks, baking, and traveling.
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  Malick Mbengue 

  Admission, Alumni, and Parent Outreach Liaison and World Languages Faculty

  University of Louisville - M.A.
  University of Dakar - B.A.

  Bio

  Originally from Senegal, Mr. Mbengue has been at Webb for nine years. Before joining the Webb community, Mr. Mbengue worked at an independent school in Baltimore (Park School), and attended graduate schools at the University of Louisville (MA) and UW-Madison (ABD), specializing in French and African Studies. During his time at Webb, Mr. Mbengue had taught French, advised affinity groups, and served as a Dorm Head. He is also currently the Head Coach of the Boys Varsity soccer team. Starting this year, Mr. Mbengue will work in the Culture and Community office as an Outreach Liaison for Admissions, Parents and Alumni. Mr. Mbengue lives on campus with his wife Megan and their 2 sons Samba (9) and Badu (6). During his free time, Mr. Mbengue loves exploring new beaches and nature sites, giving back with his soccer nonprofit (Girls Kick), going to LAFC games and playing soccer on and off campus.
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  Bianca Arteaga 22

  Admission Associate

  University of California, Davis - B.A.

  Bio

  Bianca joined the Webb Admissions Office in 2026 after graduating from The Webb Schools in 2022. After Webb, Bianca attended the University of California, Davis, where she earned her B.A. in Sociology with an emphasis in Law and Society, graduating Summa Cum Laude, and received the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research for her honors thesis, an experience that inspired her to apply to graduate school and pursue a Ph.D. in Sociology. During her time at Davis, she worked for Student Housing, the Undergraduate Research Center, and the Sociology Department. Outside of work, Bianca loves playing sports, listening to pop music, trying new matcha and boba shops, and exploring Southern California!