About Us

Jess Kelly (she/her) assumed the role of QSR Center Director in August of 2021. She is passionate about equity in education and is committed to ensuring that all students can achieve success in quantitative fields. Jess came to Hamilton after teaching at Herkimer College for the previous 9 years. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics from William Smith College and an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from SUNY ESF.

Matt Hanrahan (he/him) joined the QSR staff in August of 2023. He loves working with students and is ready to answer your questions. Matt ensures that the QSR Center runs smoothly for the staff, student employees, and all of the students utilizing the Center's resources. He graduated in December of 2022 from Utica University with a B.S. in Sports Management.

Fellows for Academic Belonging works to ensure that the QSR Center is a radically welcoming space for diverse populations and assists with training current staff in best pedagogical practices to ensure equity and inclusion.

The Social Science Empirical Research Specialist collaborates with the QSR Director to support peer tutoring and develop resources related to statistical analysis and reporting results in student work. The specialist also works with faculty to support student learning of data research techniques and statistical analysis as used in the social sciences. The priority for this position is to provide direct student support and resource development for social science faculty and students.