About the Center
The Center for Educational Access and Success supports students from early grades through college and graduate studies, especially in STEM and pre-licensed fields. Our work is based on community, collaboration, engagement, and enrichment — all focused on student development, growth, and success. These four principles guide our efforts. We prioritize building community, celebrating teamwork, and constantly improving through assessment— always keeping students at the center.
Mission and Vision
Mission
To be a community that inspires scholarly excellence.
Vision
To promote high quality educational programs for students, teachers, parents and the community.
Programs
Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP)
The Science and Technology Entry Program engages students (grades 7-12) in hands-on experiences in STEM career fields.
Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP)
The Liberty Partnership Program (LPP) is a New York State Education Department grant designed to foster student success, leading to graduation from high school and acceptance to college and/or entry into the workforce.
Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP)
The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) supports Hofstra University undergraduate and graduate students interested in STEM or fields that require pre-licensure.
Contact
101 Oak Street, Uniondale (Directions)
Mailing address:
107 Oak Street Center
255 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549-2550
Anthony E. Robinson, PhD
Associate Dean/Executive Director
Office: (516) 463-5794
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Taneisha Providence, EdD
Program Director
Office: (516) 463-5797
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Vacant
Program Director
Office: (516) 463-5797
Melissa Restrepo, MHA
Associate Director
Office: (516) 463-5795
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Stacy Clemons, MA
Associate Director
Office: (516) 463-5309
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Vacant
Assistant Director
Office: (516) 463-5561
Brooke Knight, MSW
Program Coordinator
Office: (516) 463-5796
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Esther Oloruntola, MPA
Program Coordinator
Office: (516) 463-6567
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