Due to the likelihood of severe weather on Thursday, May 9th, Georgian Court University has enacted its Commencement contingency plan as follows:

  • The Undergraduate Ceremony will be held in the Wellness Center Arena at 12:30 p.m. Undergraduate Commencement walkers will receive 4 tickets from Eventbrite delivered to their GCU email. Entrance to the Arena will begin at 10:45 a.m. and close at 12 p.m.
  • The Graduate Ceremony will be held in the Wellness Center Arena at 5:00 p.m. Graduate Commencement walkers will receive 6 tickets from Eventbrite delivered to their GCU email. Entrance to the Arena will begin at 3:30 p.m. and close at 4:30 p.m.
  • Simulcast will be available in the following locations: (Campus Map | Directions)
    • Gavan Lounge
    • Farley Center Classrooms
    • North Dining Room
    • Dorothy Marron Chapel
    • Library
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Meet our Staff

Counseling Center

Robin Solbach, Psy.D., Director
732-987-2680, rsolbach@georgian.edu
Robin Solbach has been the director of the Counseling Center at GCU since 1998. In August 2018, she was also named Director of Health and Counseling. A New Jersey-licensed psychologist (#3238), she has extensive experience working with adolescents and adult issues. In addition to her responsibilities as director, Dr. Solbach is an adjunct professor in the Department of Psychology and Counseling at Georgian Court. Dr. Solbach is a member of the American Psychological Association, the New Jersey Psychological Association, and the past president of the New Jersey Association of Counseling Centers.

Elizabeth Tomasulo, Psy.D., Consultant for the GCU Community Provider Partnership Grant
732-987-2684, etomasulo@georgian.edu
Elizabeth Tomasulo is a New Jersey-licensed psychologist (#6007). She has experience working with a diverse college-aged population since 2012. Previously, Dr. Tomasulo had been a full-time counselor in the Counseling Center and in 2022 shifted her role to part-time to provide grant consultation services. Currently, Dr. Tomasulo has taken on the role of consultant for the GCU Community Provider Partnership Grant. Under this position, Dr. Tomasulo will act as a member of the JED Task Force and will work in conjunction with the Counseling Center to assist in the implementation of the JED Foundation program aimed at supporting student mental health and well-being. In addition to providing consultation services to the Counseling Center, Dr. Tomasulo is an adjunct instructor in the Department of Psychology and Counseling at Georgian Court University. Dr. Tomasulo is a member of the American Psychological Association, New Jersey Psychological Association, and the New Jersey College Counseling Association.

Linda Bass, MA, LPC, License Professional Counselor
732-987-2625, lbass@georgian.edu
Linda Bass is a licensed associate counselor with over 30 years experience working in a variety of mental health settings in Monmouth and Ocean counties, including inpatient, outpatient and crisis counseling. She has worked as a psychiatric screener and in a correctional setting prior to joining GCU’s Counseling Center. Ms. Bass is a GCU alumn, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology.

Susan Polkowski White, MBA, Psy.D, Counselor
732-987-2694, swhite@georgian.edu
Susan Polkowski White is a New Jersey-licensed psychologist (#6184) and a certified school psychologist.  Dr. White’s experience working with the college student population includes pre- and post-doctoral training within the counseling department at Stevens Institute of Technology. Prior to becoming a psychologist, Dr. White worked in corporate finance.  Dr. White is a member of the Monmouth/Ocean County Psychological Association (MOCPA), in addition to the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA).

Julie Bond, MA, LMFT
732-987-2627, jbond@georgian.edu
Julie Bond is a licensed marriage & family therapist with several years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, families and groups. She gained her B.A. from Rutgers University and M.A. from Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Counseling and Education in Portland, Oregon, where she sharpened working with LGBTQIA+ folx, adolescent/young womxn and those affected by substance use disorders, including family and friends. She is a member of the New Jersey Association of Marriage & Family Therapists.

Jeannette Orlando, Staff Assistant
732-987-2680, jorlando@georgian.edu
Jeannette joined the GCU Counseling Center in August, 2021 as Staff Assistant. She handles the administrative matters of the office including scheduling appointments and maintaining the day to day functions of the office. She brings with her an extensive background in Customer Service and Administrative functions. She is excited to bring these experiences and enthusiasm to the GCU Counseling Center. Call her today to schedule a session with one of the Counselors.