Meet the Student Success Advising Team

My journey has taken me from the picturesque landscapes of Washington State to the heart of The University of Tulsa, where I have dedicated myself to making a difference.

My professional voyage began with three enriching years in the evergreen state of Washington, where I honed my skills and embraced the spirit of learning and growth. I hold an undergraduate degree in bachelor’s of arts in psychology from the esteemed University of Idaho, which laid the foundation for my insatiable curiosity and thirst for knowledge. Building upon this, I furthered my education and earned a graduate degree in community counseling from the renowned Washington State University, solidifying my commitment to continuous advancement and personal development.

Amidst this journey, I found my forever companion in life, Brandon Campbell, a source of unwavering support and shared dreams. Together, we share our lives and our home with the delightful presence of Penelope, our endearing pug. Penelope’s playful antics and boundless affection bring joy and laughter to our days, reminding us of the simple pleasures in life.

When I’m not immersed in the world of academia or relishing the company of loved ones, I indulge in an array of hobbies that fuel my creativity and invigorate my spirit. Hiking through nature’s wonders allows me to reconnect with the earth’s beauty and find solace in its tranquility. Crafting provides me with an outlet for self-expression, transforming raw materials into tangible works of art. As an avid reader, I lose myself in the pages of captivating stories, exploring different worlds and perspectives with each turn of the page.

In my current role as a Student Success Coach at The University of Tulsa, I am driven by a sense of purpose and a commitment to nurturing minds and fostering growth. Each day, I am privileged to contribute to the educational journey of aspiring individuals, guiding them toward their own path of discovery and success.

I am a native of Tulsa, Oklahoma and earned my bachelor’s of science in health & human performance from Northeastern State University. I then earned a master’s of science in sport management, followed by a doctorate in adult & higher education from the University of Oklahoma. Prior to this role, I spent over 20 years serving in college athletics, serving as both an Associate Athletics Director for Compliance and an Associate Athletics Director for Academic & Student Services and teaching courses in career development and academic strategies.

During my senior year at NSU, I was not accepted into physical therapy school and had to change my major to athletic training, extending my graduation to a fifth year. Although I was devastated, I quickly learned through my mentors that I had other options to achieve my goals. Then, again, in graduate school I fell in love with a class second semester that my mentor was teaching, and I changed my focus from athletic training to sport management. Later, I had the opportunity to work for that same mentor, who encouraged me to apply for the doctoral program in education at OU. If I had not had the mentorship he provided, I do not know if I would be where I am today. I want to provide students with that same type of mentorship.

Through these experiences, I have learned that my passion lies in helping students achieve their goals. My research interests include academic motivation, retention and persistence. My personal advising philosophy is centered around a holistic student development approach that supports your academic, personal and professional success. I am excited to help bring this team together as a collaborative and positive leader, who will focus on providing excellent service to you so you can achieve your goals.

Originally from Oregon, I attended Oregon State University. I was on the path to becoming a high school history teacher but in need of money at the end of my sophomore year, I happened upon a student-athlete tutoring job. I fell in love with student-athlete academics and in my senior year I changed my majors and began applying for graduate schools. I got an offer to be a graduate assistant at a small school in Rhode Island and moved across the country, where I received my master’s in higher education and certificate in sports administration. A week after graduation, I packed up my entire life once again to work at UTulsa.

In the athletics field, I am unique in that I am not a former student-athlete, did not plan to get into athletics and am not invested in any sport. I see my students for who they are, and I enjoy challenging them to think of themselves outside of their sport. Students can feel confident walking into my office that I do not care how they performed at practice; I care if they are achieving their goals and exploring their passions.

Outside of UTulsa, you can find me doing anything your grandparents do. I enjoy reading, baking, cooking, crocheting and spending time with my cats, Lynny and Rosalia. I talk to my family every day and we enjoy chatting about movies, TV shows and celebrity drama.

I grew up in Verdigris, Oklahoma, and graduated from Claremore High School. I have a bachelor’s in psychology from Northeastern State University and a master’s of human relations-organizational development from the University of Oklahoma.

I was 17 years old when I started college. I had no clue what I wanted to be when I grew up. I finished all my general education courses by the end of my third semester and had to declare a major by the end of my fourth semester.

I decided to take that fourth semester as an opportunity to explore. I took “Intro” to any class I thought might be interesting and discovered that I loved learning about psychology.

It is okay not to know what you want to be when you grow up or change your mind once you begin classes. I will help you explore your options, support you during your self-discovery and cheer you on to graduation.

I am an Oklahoma native, born and raised in the Ponca City area. I later moved to Edmond to pursue my bachelor’s degree in Funeral Service at the University of Central Oklahoma, graduating in 2019. My professional career began in the funeral service industry, where I started working at the age of 18. In early 2020, I accepted a position as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer at a funeral home in Tahlequah. My experience in funeral service taught me the importance of compassion, communication, advocacy, and supporting individuals and families during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

After several years in the funeral profession, I decided to pursue a new opportunity and accepted an academic advising position at Northeastern State University. It was there that I discovered my passion for higher education and student success. During my 3.5 years at NSU, I primarily worked with undeclared freshmen and sophomores, helping students explore their academic interests, establish goals, and navigate their college experience. During this time, I also earned my master’s degree in leadership. In 2025, I relocated to Broken Arrow and joined The University of Tulsa in May 2026.

My approach to student success is centered on advocacy, active listening, and helping students recognize their own potential. When meeting with students, my goal extends beyond selecting courses and completing degree requirements. I want students to feel comfortable discussing their academic goals, challenges, motivation, and overall college experience. I believe college is about much more than completing a checklist or reaching graduation as quickly as possible. It is an opportunity to identify your strengths, develop meaningful skills, gain a deeper understanding of your field, and prepare for the career and life you want to pursue. My goal is to help students become confident learners, effective leaders and individuals who are prepared to make a positive impact in their communities and professions.

I also recognize that college experience can come with challenges. During my own undergraduate experience, I balanced a demanding internship in the funeral service industry with my academic responsibilities and experienced firsthand how difficult it can be to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining your personal well-being. That experience shaped the way I work with students today. I never want a student to feel as though they must navigate those challenges alone. I believe in setting high expectations while also providing students with the encouragement, resources, and support necessary to reach them. Asking for help is an important part of growth, and I want my students to know they have someone at UTulsa who will listen, advocate for them, and help them determine their next steps.

Outside of UTulsa, I reside in Broken Arrow with my boyfriend, Shawn. I am an introvert at heart and enjoy traveling, hiking, trying new recipes, shopping, and watching movies. A fun fact about me is that I have always had an interest in exotic animals, especially sugar gliders. I even previously owned a giant redheaded centipede!

I was born and raised here in the Tulsa area and am proud to call UTulsa my home! I earned my bachelor’s degree in exercise & sport science and my master’s of sport leadership from UTulsa and am currently pursuing my master’s of business administration. During my undergraduate time at UTulsa, I was a member of the football team and had the opportunity to make it to two bowl games (Armed Forces Bowl 2020 and Myrtle Beach Bowl 2021). I discovered my passion for helping others grow through giving kicking lessons and seeing the development of the athletes on and off the field. That passion continued to grow during my year as the graduate assistant with Student Success. My graduate assistant role helped me realize that I wanted to pursue a career that was focused on supporting and encouraging students and athletes as they chase their goals. I am excited to work with students and help make the most of their time here.

Outside of work, you will usually find me in the gym, on a hiking trail, at the golf course or planning my next trip. When I am not outside, I enjoy building computers, playing board games and just about anything involving pyrotechnics.

I graduated from The University of Tulsa with both my bachelor’s in elementary education and my master’s in school counseling. I am currently in the fourth year of my doctorate in educational leadership.

My why for being a student success coach is that I believe that every student can be successful! When I transferred to The University of Tulsa in the spring semester, I remember feeling lost and alone. I struggled to make friends. This was a difficult place for me because up until then, I always had an abundance of friends. About two weeks after classes started, an resident assistant in Lottie Jane introduced me to her friend circle. Eventually, I became a part of this friend group and the rest of my time at UTulsa is something I will cherish for a lifetime! It was the kindness of a resident assistant that helped me find my space here at UTulsa and I’m proud to have the opportunity to pay that kindness forward by helping other students make the UTulsa community their own!

I am a native Oklahoman and returned to The University of Tulsa in a full-time capacity in fall 2023. During my undergraduate career at UTulsa, I competed as a coxswain on the women’s rowing team while earning a degree in exercise & sports science. My experience as a Division I student-athlete at Tulsa was something that I would not trade for the world. After UTulsa, I earned my first master’s in sport management from Western Illinois University and my second master’s in sport & exercise psychology from Northern Illinois University, where I was in a similar position for 4.5 years prior to my return home to UTulsa.

Living the unique Division I experience of a UTulsa student-athlete has allowed me to do a better job of understanding where student-athletes are mentally and emotionally on any given day. My favorite part of athletic academics is getting to play a part in the process of helping student-athletes figure out where they want to go and what they want to do once they retire from their sport.

Outside of work, you will find me spending time with family and friends, at the gym, on the golf course or watching sports.

I grew up in Ponca City, OK, and attended Oklahoma State University. As a college student, I initially struggled to choose a major due to having many interests and uncertainty about life after college. This led me to explore various classes, a few different majors, and many campus activities before eventually landing in the School of Journalism. I graduated with a bachelor’s in public relations and a minor in international studies. During my time in college, I was deeply involved in a campus ministry, where I had the privilege of mentoring high school girls.

After graduation, I moved to Asheville, NC, to work for a branch of that ministry before eventually returning to Oklahoma and becoming certified to teach K-8. I spent the next five years as a classroom teacher, working with students in grades 4-7. Those years were empowering, challenging and deeply rewarding. In 2024, I decided to transition to higher education and joined the Student Success Team at The University of Tulsa. I’m excited to be back on a college campus, where I can support students through the exciting, transformative and sometimes challenging journey of higher education.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, baking sourdough, constantly redecorating my home, trying new restaurants with my husband and spending cozy quality time with my loved ones.

I am a proud Okie! I have lived in the Tulsa area my entire life, except when I attended colleges outside of the area. My higher education journey was a long and winding road. It began as a first generation college student taking my very first college class in the summer after I graduated from a small high school. The journey continued over the next 16 years earning my associates in business from Tulsa Community College and then earning my bachelor’s in marketing from Northeastern State University–Tulsa. Over the next six years, I worked full-time in higher education and completed my master’s from Northeastern State University–Muskogee.

One experience that I had to overcome as a freshman student was my being a first generation student. I was unable to ask any of my family about how to navigate college or even what a credit hour was. I self-advised all the way through until I attended Northeastern State University-Tulsa. I found an advisor that helped me tremendously in planning my remaining courses to graduate. We found that I needed two additional semesters of coursework from a four-year university to meet degree requirements. My self-advising and attending multiple community colleges put me behind. I was thankful for her patience! We later become colleagues when I became a staff member at Northeastern State University–Tulsa.

I am able to rely on my own experiences to help students navigate their own higher education journey. I want that journey to be a happy and fulfilling experience without it being a windy road like mine was. I enjoy visiting with students to help them take care of what they may need, but to also get to know them. Establishing a good working relationship with a student will allow us both to work toward their ultimate career and life goals. Every interaction deserves mutual respect and kindness.

Originally from Houston, Texas, I had no notion of Tulsa until I started my college search. My UTulsa admission counselor’s kindness and intentionality impacted me so deeply that I chose to come to Tulsa, believing I’d be even more personally supported as a college student. When I came to campus, I was known by my professors, given specific career guidance by my career counselor and deeply cared for by other students. Subsequently, I sought opportunities to bless others in the ways I’d been blessed. I found those through my time as a university ambassador and resident assistant in John Mabee Hall, as I loved getting to know students and supporting them.

I graduated from UTulsa in 2023 with a bachelor’s in finance, and my original plan was to work as a business analyst at the oil & gas company where I had interned. Instead, I ended up working at the non-profit One Hope Tulsa. During my time there, I led a homeless outreach, worked with kids from Pre-K to 12th grade and learned that building relationships with people and problem-solving for them brings me deep fulfillment. Thus, I started a role as an admission counselor in 2024, helping high school seniors through the college application process, advocating for them to the admission committee and walking with them in their college decisions. Now, as a Student Success Coach, I’m incredibly excited to build longer-term relationships with students. I hope every student I encounter is reminded of how special they are!

For fun, I love playing disc golf and pickleball, watching Houston sports, playing the piano, eating spicy food and drinking boba and playing with my goddaughter.

My professional journey led me to The University of Tulsa, where I have dedicated an impressive 22 years of my life to shaping the future of student- athletes. My impact extends far beyond the classroom, as I have consistently demonstrated my commitment to the field of academic advising and coaching for athletics.

Hailing from the vibrant city of St. Louis, Missouri, I embarked on my academic journey with a thirst for knowledge and a passion for connecting with people. I earned my bachelor’s degree in communication and master’s degree in industrial/organizational psychology both from UTulsa.

In my spare time, I indulge in my passion for watching sports. Additionally, I find solace in retail therapy and self-care. Most importantly, I treasure moments spending time with my family.

I am originally from the Tulsa area, with a brief stint in the Stillwater area, but returned to Tulsa to attend The University of Tulsa. Where I graduated with my bachelor’s in sociology and women’s studies.

During my time at The University of Tulsa, I was pulled in multiple directions both educationally and personally. As someone who loves to learn, it was hard to settle on just one thing. Anytime someone asked what I wanted to do with my degree, I rarely gave the same answer, and was constantly exploring different programs.

What brought me back to The University of Tulsa was the incredible support I found here. I unfortunately experienced multiple family emergencies during my time that pulled a significant portion of my focus from my education. The support I received during those challenges made me realize that I wanted to be able to do the same for future students. My goal is to be able to support students in succeeding no matter what kind of situation they might be coming from.

Outside of work, I love to read, spend time outdoors and play video games to relax.

I am a proud Tulsa, Oklahoma native and went to Metro Christian Academy! It is so special that my journey has led me home to continue doing what I enjoy most, which is making a positive impacting on the student-athlete experience.

That journey started when I attended the University of Central Oklahoma and earned a bachelor’s of science in kinesiology: exercise and fitness management, with a leadership minor, as a student-athlete in rowing and track and field. My education continued at Texas Tech University obtaining a dual master’s in sport management and business administration. Here, I was exposed to the world of student-athlete support services as a graduate assistant in student-athlete development. Before joining the Golden Hurricanes, I served as Director of RAM Life at Colorado State University, overseeing all career development, community service and personal enhancement efforts for the Rams.

When I’m not in the office, you’ll find me at home enjoying the latest best-seller, indulging in some drama-filled reality TV, scrapbooking in my Passion Planner or staying updated on the latest sports news. I share my life in Tulsa with my husband, Josheph and our two beloved dogs, Ellie Mae (a Blue Heeler) and Lady Bug (a Basset Hound).

Born and raised in Tulsa, I went off to the University of Arkansas after graduating from Booker T. Washington High School. I earned a degree in business administration with a Spanish minor, and quickly returned to the University of Arkansas to pursue a master’s of science in mental health counseling. I began working with college students in both a coaching and counseling capacity, and found that my own experiences in college, from struggling to choose a major to dealing with family-related challenges, helped me relate to my students and respond with compassion. I enjoy supporting students through the ups and downs of their academic journeys, and I always do my best to show up with kindness, humor and encouragement!

Outside of work I juggle many hobbies including drawing and painting, reading, hiking, playing pickleball and tennis, gaming and spending time with loved ones. It is very important to me to make time for things I enjoy, and I’m always encouraging the people around me to do the same. I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you through your time at UTulsa!

I attended The University of Tulsa as an English major while competing as a student-athlete. Initially, I struggled to find my footing as an underclassman at UTulsa. But that struggle led to a breakthrough: I grew to love my studies, developed a solid community of friends and accomplished my goals as both a student and athlete. I now consider those years to be some of the best in my life.

My love for reading and writing took me to graduate school at the University of Missouri, where I earned a master’s in English literature. From there, I returned to Tulsa to teach at Booker T. Washington High School. That experience led me to participate in, and later direct, the Teachers Institute for Tulsa—a program dedicated to supporting Tulsa Public Schools educators. Now, I’m excited to serve UTulsa students as a student success coach!

I’ve spent my career working in education—at various levels, in various positions, and at various institutions. Throughout this journey, I’ve come to realize that I love working at The University of Tulsa. I love it for the same reasons I loved being an undergraduate: a beautiful campus, supportive colleagues and a widespread, sincere dedication to developing intelligent, well-rounded students. I’m excited to be a student success coach because I get to help students have similar experiences as I did in finding a home at UTulsa.

I grew up in Watonga, Oklahoma and attended college at Southwestern Oklahoma State University. While at SWOSU, I completed my bachelor’s in park and recreation management in 2018 and my master’s in education in 2020.

During my time as a student, I worked for SWOSU as a student assistant and later became a graduate assistant. Working as a graduate assistant opened a path for me in advising students that I had never considered. I discovered my passion of working with students through my encounters as a student assistant. My passion grew while continuing my graduate degree in 2020 by watching the struggles that my college friends were going through. I knew that higher education was where I wanted to end up helping students, like my friends and family, do the best they could to succeed.

College itself is a transition that most people aren’t prepared for. I know that I wasn’t. I believe that every student deserves the best support throughout this time period of growth and self-discovery. My goal as a Student Success Coach is to help you succeed in becoming the best version of you.

Born and raised in Tulsa, I saw the pursuit of my college education as an opportunity to “escape” my hometown. I journeyed to the distant lands of Kansas and earned my Bachelor of Arts in English from Baker University. From there, I got a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from Boise State University in Idaho and began my teaching career as an adjunct professor in Houston, Texas. Soon, however, my travels led me back to Tulsa, where I had the pleasure of teaching at the secondary and college levels for nearly two decades while also raising the coolest daughter in the world.

What excites me most about my role as a Student Success Coach at UTulsa is the opportunity to support students in their unique higher education journeys. Taking a student-centered approach to advising, I endeavor to be the person I needed during my trying times in college: a consistent listening ear, an avid cheerleader and a collaborative problem-solver. The collegiate experience can feel isolating, but I’m here to remind the students I serve that they’re never alone!

When I’m not doing the work I love, I’m wandering around in nature, reading, visiting museums, cooking delicious food, listening to music, drawing pictures of insects and maybe even writing some poems. I try to infuse each day of my life with a little joy, and I encourage others to do the same. I can’t wait to meet you and help make your time at UTulsa successful and joyful!