I have spent more than 20 years in higher education, including 14 years leading the dual credit program at Western Kentucky University. In that role, I helped expand access to a WKU education for high school students across Kentucky and beyond through online learning. Since 2019, I have returned to my alma mater, Greenville University, where I focus on alumni relations, church engagement, philanthropy, and advancement—work rooted in building relationships and furthering GU’s mission.
My career reflects a strong background in relationship-building across both academic management and advancement. At Western Kentucky, I worked closely with admissions, the registrar, and marketing, as well as high school teachers and counselors statewide. I have been active in professional organizations, including the Kentucky Association for Continuing Higher Education, the Association for Continuing Higher Education, and the National Alliance for Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships.
At Greenville University, I oversee alumni engagement, donor connections, and church partnerships, supported by platforms such as Raiser’s Edge and Banner. My experience also includes managing social media for WKU’s dual credit program and GU’s alumni association. Ongoing professional development has included conferences and training with Gonser Gerber, as well as regular participation in advancement webinars. I am deeply rooted in the Free Methodist Church, serving on church and conference boards and committees.
Education:
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Doctoral work in Educational Leadership, Western Kentucky University (2015–2018)
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Master of Arts in Education in Student Affairs in Higher Education, Western Kentucky University (2012)
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Bachelor of Arts in History/Political Science, Greenville University (1998)
Favorite Scripture:
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” – Joshua 1:9
Publications and Presentations:
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Without Walls: Expanding the Reach of WKU Dual Credit Through Online Courses (Midwest Regional Conference of the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships, 2018, Cincinnati, OH)
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An Urban Experiment: WKU’s Dual Credit New York City Summer (Association for Continuing Higher Education South Region, 2016, Charleston, SC)
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An Urban Experiment: Dual Credit in NYC in Summer (North Central Conference on Summer Sessions, 2016, Chicago, IL)
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Extending Dual Credit Into the Cloud and Landing in New York City (Association for Continuing Higher Education South Region, 2015, New Orleans, LA)
