Gina Altano

Gina Altano currently serves as an Academic Coach at Quinnipiac University, a position held since July 2023. Previously, Gina worked at CT State Gateway as a Guided Pathways Advisor, focusing on holistic academic advising for a diverse student population from December 2021 to July 2023. Gina's extensive background includes leading student development initiatives as the Director of Student Development at Fusion Academy and managing social work programs within NYC public schools as the Social Work Director for Partnership with Children. Additional experience includes managing youth employment and education services at Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center and providing mental health services as a Clinician at Wheeler Clinic. Gina holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Quinnipiac University.