Oct 13, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

Administration and Faculty



District Office

Graham, Mary S. - President (1987). B.S., M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bagwell, Charla - Billing and Collections Specialist (2009). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Bailey, Brad - Associate Vice President of Communication and Enrollment Strategy (2011). B.S., Belhaven University. M.P.H., Ed.S., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Baucum, Natasha – Senior Executive Assistant to the President (2012). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., William Carey University.

Begley, Rachel - Director of Healthcare Simulation and Workforce (2023). B.S., William Carey University. M.S., Mississippi State University.

Bentz, Shelly - Associate Vice President of Finance/Comptroller (2012). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. C.P.A. M.B.A., William Carey University.

Box, Renee - Coordinator of External Funding (2016). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Brown, Suzi G. - Vice President of Institutional Advancement (2004). B.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Southern Mississippi.

Brown, Wanda - Human Resources Manager (2019). B.B.A., M.P.A., M.S., Doctoral Candidate, Jackson State University.

Cannon, Paige - Scholarships and Programs Specialist (2019). B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Dillard, Alisha - Director of Military Benefits Processing Center (2012). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Feagins, Stephen - Network Technician (2013). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Franks, Tammy - Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Strategies (1998). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., William Carey University. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Free, Aldridge - Director of District Printing (1999). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Graham, Michael – Webmaster/Content Manager (2019). B.F.A., University of Southern Mississippi. B.B., Mississippi State University.

Griffin, Amanda – Director of Recruitment, Data and Communications (2019). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Hendrix, Joan - Associate Vice President, School of Nursing and Health Professions (2002). B.S.N., Mobile College. M.S.N., University of Mobile. D.N.P., Samford University.

Holliman, Anjelica - College Registrar (2004). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.T., Mississippi University for Women. M.B.A., William Carey University.

Kersten, Tiffany - Healthcare Continuing Education and Workforce Coordinator (2023). B.S., M.S., Ed.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

King, Blythe - Associate Vice President of Human Resources (2012). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B., M.B.A., William Carey University. Ed.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Kloc, Laura – Assistant Comptroller (2020). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Levins, Ashlyn – Chief Creative Officer (2023). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Lansford, Gina – Enrollment Specialist/College Representative (2023). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Matthews, Buffy B. - Director of eLearning (2003). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., William Carey University.

McAdams, Kathy - Public Information Coordinator (2006). B.A., University of South Alabama. M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Mitchell, Ryan – Enrollment Specialist/College Representative (2023). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., Louisiana State University.

Nelson, Angie - School of Health Professions Chairperson (2006). B.S., University of South Alabama. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Newton, Joseph (Jay) - Internal Auditor (2012). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B.A., M.B.A., M.P.A., C.P.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Palermo, Aaron (Lee) – College Architect (2020). B.A., Louisiana State University.

Pickering, Michelle – eLearning Coordinator (2005). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B.A, M.B.A, University of Southern Mississippi.

Pressley, Jill – Payroll Accountant (2023). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.A., Valdosta State University.

Pugh, Jason - Vice President of Administration and Finance (1994). A.A., Jones County Junior College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.  M.S., Georgia Institute of Technology. Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Robertson, Roberta (Robbie) - Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator (2015). B.S.W., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., Louisiana State University.

Rollin, Ashley – Director of Administrative Services (2016).  A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., M.S., Mississippi State University. Ed.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Sanderson, Jordan - Associate Vice President of Reports and Analytics (2009). B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Smith, Sherri Carr – Director of Communications and Marketing (2021). B.A., Mississippi State University. M.A., George Washington University.

Stubbs, Veronica – Director of Advancement Services (2021). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Swanson, Adam - Vice President of Technology & Research (2014). B.S., University of Wisconsin. M.E.C., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Taylor, Windy - Clinical Affiliation Agreement/Event Coordinator (2023). M.Ed., University of Mobile. M.B.A.Healthcare Management, Western Governor’s University.

Tinnin, Jennifer – Creative Officer (2009). B.A., Jackson State University. B.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.

Woodard, Kortney – Human Resources Information Systems Analyst (2014). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Community Campus

Kuntz, Wayne - Dean of Business Services (2001). B.S., North Dakota State University. M.B.A., Ed.S., Ph.D., William Carey University.

Kunz, Rachael - Associate Vice President of Workforce Solutions (2017). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Mississippi State University.

Lee, Barbara - Associate Vice President of Teaching and Learning (2014). B.A., Mississippi College. M.A., Doctoral Candidate, Mississippi State University.

McPhaul, Adrienne – Director of Grants and Special Projects (2019). B.A., University of South Alabama. M.A., University of Southern Alabama. M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Parker, Kelly - Director of Adult Education (2019). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Woodward, Jonathan - Vice President Teaching and Learning/Community Campus (2004). B.A., M.M., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Jackson County Campus

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Baker, Raila - Psychology (2017). A.A., Pearl River Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., William Carey University.

Barlow, Kristi - Psychology (2000). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., Mississippi College. M.S.W., University of Southern Mississippi. 18 Semester Hours, American Public University System.

Benefield, Timothy – Superintendent of Physical Plant (2020). Diploma, Harrison Central High School.

Boden, Badamkhand “Michelle” - Chemistry (2015).  B.S., M.S., Mongolian National University. M.S., Ph.D, Mississippi State University.

Boden, Craig – Computer Science Instructor (2017). B.S., M.S., and M.C.S., Mississippi State University.

Bradley, Angela - Director of Financial Aid (2014). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.S., University of West Alabama.

Bradley, Cedric - Vice President (2014). A.A., Meridian Community College. B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Carley, Michael - Science (2012). B.S., M.S., Delta State University.

Carter, Gwendolyn - Librarian (2001). B.A., Transylvania University, M.L.S., University of Kentucky, Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University.

Cleveland, Aaron - Instrumentation and Control (2016). B.S. Excelsior College, M.A.S. Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, additional studies Villanova University

Cummings, Marsha - Business and Office Technology (1999). B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.

Davis, Melissa - Dean of Business Services (2018). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University. Ed.D., Belhaven University.

DeLoach, Susan - Social Science (2016). B.S., M.A., University of Southern Alabama

Dickerson, Michelle - Mathematics (2010). B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.

Dickson, William - Process Operations Instructor (2018). High School Diploma.

Donegan, Brian - Drafting/Design Instructor (2004). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Edwards, Sonya - Enrollment Specialist (2004). B.A., University of Mississippi. M.S., University of Southern Mississippi

Ferguson, Ashleigh - Language Arts (2005). B.S., M.A., Mississippi State University.

Fletcher, Sydney - Business (2003). B.B.A., University of Mississippi; M.B.A., University of South Alabama. Additional studies at University of Southern Mississippi.

Garriga, Tara - English (1991). B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Ghosal, Bobby – Assistant Dean of Teaching and Learning (2004). B.S., Faulkner University. M.S., University of South Alabama. Ph.D., William Carey University.

Gomez, Javier – Foreign Language (2013). B.A., University of Florida, M.A., Ph.D, The University of Southern Mississippi.

Guice, Tara - Radiologic Technology, Program Director/Instructor (2003). RT (R)(AART). A.A.S. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., Franklin University. M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Hanna, Colleen – Collegiate Academy Counselor/Career Coach (2020). B.L.S., M.A., Washburn University. M.A., University of Nebraska.

Hardt, Charlie - Systems Based Electronics (2011).  B.S., University of Mississippi.

Hedman, Miranda - Director of Admissions and Records (2018).  B.B.A., M.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Houston, Curtis - Art Instructor (2007). B.F.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., University of Alabama.

Hudgins, Lisa - Early Childhood Education (2012). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Jones, John - Welding (2019).  A.A.S, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Kuntz, Deena - Academic Program Coordinator for MSU (1999). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., William Carey University.

Lawson, April - Language Arts (2003). B.S., M.A.T., University of West Alabama.

Lipscomb, Bill - Public Speaking (2017).  A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B.S., and M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.  Ph.D., Louisiana State University.

Lovorn, Beth – Director of Enrollment Services (2016), B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Lyons, Darla - Enrollment Specialist Student Coordinator (1992). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Maranto, Debra - Psychology (2002). B.A., M.S., University of South Alabama.

McNorton, Rhett - Physics (2019). B.S., University of South Alabama. M.S., Ph.D., Tulane University.

Mitchell, Jonathan – Music (2016).  B.A., Millsaps College, M.M., Ph.D., Louisiana State University.

Miller, Emma – Dean of Teaching and Learning (2011). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., Ph.D., University of South Alabama.

Mooney, Rodney - Language Arts (2010). B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Nelson, Rachael – Science (2022). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Mississippi. M.S., University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Nero, Shana - Language Arts (2008). B.A., M.A., University of South Alabama.

Nix, Linda - Biology (2016), B.S., M.A.T., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Patrick, Jennifer - Respiratory Care Technology Program Director/Instructor (2018). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., William Carey University. M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Philippoff, Christy - Biology (2010). B.S., M.S., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Philippoff, Ivan - Instructional Assistant, Learning Lab (2014). B.A., Loyola University. M.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Platt, Carin - Study Skills (1999). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of South Alabama. M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Poole, Marc - Fine Arts (2008). M.F.A., Mississippi State University.

Robertson, Jessica - Medical Laboratory Technology, Clinical Coordinator/Instructor (2002). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., Auburn University at Montgomery.

Robinson, Kendra - Articulation Credentials Specialist (2016). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.G.S., M.B.A., William Carey University.

Ryan, Rachel - Biology (2010). B.S., University of Wisconsin. M.S., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Sasser, Terri - Assistant Dean of the LRC (2016). B.S., Mississippi University for Women, M.P.H., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Sawyer, Kate - Music (2016). B.M., Loyola University New Orleans, M.M. Peabody Conservatory of The Johns Hopkins University

Sekul, Michelle - Dean of Student Services & Enrollment Management. (1996). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Sellers, Kimbra - HPR Instructor (2006). B.S., M.Ed., Auburn University. Ph.D., University of South Alabama.

Sims, Angela - Mathematics (2010). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Smith, Breanna – Language Arts (2012). B.A., The University of Southern Mississippi, M.A. William Carey University, Ed.D., Northcentral University.

Stanfield, Amy - Physical Education (2001). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., University of Memphis, Ph.D., Walden University.

St. Cyr, George – Electrical Instructor (2023). A.A.S., Excelsior University.

Steele, Cheryl R. - Enrollment Specialist (2005). B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Stewart, Kelsey - Learning Lab Instructional Assistant in Mathematics (2017). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.E., University of South Alabama.

Stout, Carla - Speech (2003). B.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of South Alabama.

Stringfellow, Martin Van - Chemistry (1994). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.S., University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Thensted, Michael – Social Studies (2012). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Theodore, Phillip - History/Social Studies Instructor (2021). B.S., M.Ed., M.A., University of South Alabama. Ph.D., University of Alabama.

Toothaker III, Bernard - Respiratory Care Technology Clinical Coordinator/Instructor (2019). A.A, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of South Alabama. MHA, M.B.A., Louisiana State University, Shreveport.

Turley, Allison - Mathematics Faculty (2021). B.A., M.A., Bringham Young University.

Villiard, Jennifer – Coding Technology Instructor (2024). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Walley, Rana - Program Director/Instructor Medical Laboratory Technology (2012). B. S., Millsaps College. M.C.S., Mississippi College. Ph.D., University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Walters, Amy - Process Operations Tech (2016). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Whiddon, Stephanie - Radiology Technology, Clinical Coordinator/Instructor (2022). A.A.S., Fayetteville Community College. A.A.S., Athens Technical College. M.S., Northwestern State University of Louisiana.

Wilkerson, Jamie - Precision Manufacturing & Machining Tech Instructor (2021). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Wood, Jennifer - Business (2012).  B.S., M.Acc., Florida State University.

Zimmerman, Lynn - Science (2015) B.S., M.S., William Carey University.

Harrison County Campus

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Aranda-Taylor, Nicole – Librarian (2021). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., Mississippi University for Women. M.L.I.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Aultman, Bailey - Live Entertainment (2023). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bagwell, Christopher - Director of Admissions and Records (2009). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., Ed.D., University of South Alabama.

Baker, Daniel – History Instructor (2013). B.S., M.Ed., William Carey University.

Baughman, David – Biology (2012). B.A., B.S., William Carey University. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Montana State University.

Bendell, Taylor - Mathematics (2022).  B.S., Mississippi State University. M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bermond, Bridgett - Biology (2014). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.ED, William Carey University.

Bond, Michael (Brent) - Electrical Technology (2006). A.A.S.O.E., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Brandon, Deborah - Business & Office Technology (2008). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Broussard, Barry – English (2012). B.A., University of Mississippi. M.A., Arkansas State University.

Bruni, Angela - Biology (2009). B.S., Millsaps College. M.Ed., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi

Buckley, Dawn - Assistant Dean of Teaching and Learning (2012). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Carraway, Robin - Biology (2022). B.S., Jacksonville University. M.S., University of South Carolina.

Carriere, Brian - Social Studies (2005). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi; M.Ed., Delta State University.

Chamberlain, LaShanda - Director of Financial Aid (1997). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi, M.B.A., William Carey University. Ed.D., University of Southern Mississippi

Corban, Joely - Fine Arts (2008). M.F.A., Mississippi College.

Crosby, Jessica - Director of HRM & iMPAC Business Development (2022). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Cruthirds, Colter - English (2012). B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Culberson, Doris - Chemistry (2015). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. Ph.D., Louisiana State University.

Cummings, Cecily - Visual Arts (2014). B.S., M.Ed., William Carey University.

Daniels, Jo Anne - Criminal Justice/Social Studies (2010). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Dearman, Brandon - Refrigeration - HVAC (2015). Diploma, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

DeLozier, Shake - Librarian (2014). B.A., University of Texas. M.L.I.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Donohue, Monica - Dean of Teaching and Learning (2014). B.S., Southern Christian University. M.Ed., William Carey University. Ed.D., Murray State University.

Dougharty, Mary - Social Studies (2002). B. S., Louisiana State University, M.S., Shippensburg University. Additional studies William Carey University.

Dove, Irvette – Early Childhood Education Instructor (1999). A.A., A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., Jackson State University. M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University.

Everett, Samuel – Simulation and Game Design (2020) A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.C.S., University of South Alabama.

Farmer, James - Biology (2014). B.S., University of Mississippi. M.S., Middle Tennessee State University. Ph.D., Tennessee State University.

Fortenberry, Shekira - Enrollment Specialist (2008). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., University of Phoenix.

Freitas, Jessica - Science (2022). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., M.Ed., William Carey.

Gauthreaux, Vic - Computer Program/Coding (2015). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., Western Governors University.

Goulart, Stephen - Automotive Light Duty Diesel Technology (2016). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; ASE Certified Master Technician.

Gruich, James - Computer Networking Technology (2018). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of South Alabama. M.B.A., William Carey University. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Hanshaw, Venelsa - Surgical Technology Clinical Coordinator/Instructor (2018). A.A.S., CST, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. SFA, Meridian Institute for Surgical Assisting. B.S.B., M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Hayes, Robin – Data Analytics Technology (2001). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Hawk, Jena - English (2010). B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Hicks, Ed - Automotive Technology (2013). Automotive Service Excellence Master Certified Technician; Additional studies at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Holter, Melanie - Mathematics (2008). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Howard, Ashley (Lauren) - Culinary Arts (2019). A.A., Le Cordon Bleu.

Jenkins, Candice - Articulation Credentials Specialist (2016). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., Faulkner Unversity.

Johnson, Paul - Accounting (2007). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.B.A, University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., University of South Alabama.

Kahl, Andrea - Mathematics (2011). B.S., M.Ed. University of Southern Mississippi.

Ladner, Melissa - Surgical Technology Program Director/Instructor (2007). Surgical Technology, A.A., CST, Pearl River Community College. B.S.B., M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Luke, Adelia – Psychology Instructor (2023). A.A., Meridian Community College.  B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Marx, Bradley - Cybersecurity Technology (2014). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Matsenbaugh, Adriane - Enrollment Specialist/Student Support Services Coordinator (2023). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Louisiana State University.

Mattina, Jane - Speech (2010). B.S. and M.S., Mississippi College. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

McLeod, Robert (Bobby) - Auto Collision Repair Technology (2021) Auto Collision Repair Technician Certificate, Nashville Auto Diesel College. Progress towards AAS, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

McGehee, Aimee - Support Services Coordinator (2014). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Mignott, Jamie - Director of Medical Assisting Technology (2021). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Mills, Justin – Collegiate Academy Counselor/Career Coach (2020). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.B.A, M.A., University of Mississippi.

Mitchell, Elvira Anne - Language Arts (1991). B.A., Lehman College of the City University of New York; M.A., English and Communications, Fordham University. Course work completed for doctorate, Fordham University.

Mitchell, Samantha – Assistant Dean of the LRC (2017). B.A., William Carey University. M.B.A., Faulkner University.

Morgan, Ronald - Emergency Medical Sciences Program Director/Instructor (2018). A.S., Bishop State Community College. B.P.S., University of Memphis. M.S.M., Troy University. Ph.D., University of South Alabama.

Morris, Kathryn - Biology (2007). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Moulds, Zach – Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management (2019). A.A., Jones College. B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi. Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Mull, Allison - Computer Science (2014). B.S., M.S., University of Mississippi.

Napier, Samuel - Mathematics (2007). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., University of South Alabama.

Newkirk, Silvana - Spanish/French (2013). B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi. 18 semester hours, Italian Studies and Literature, California State University.

Norton-Parker, Kaitlyn - Mathematics (2022). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Olson, Jamie – Interpreter Training (2013). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., William Woods University.

Parker, Megan - Accounting (2010). B.S., Master of Professional Accounting, University of Southern Mississippi.

Pearce, Lori - Baking and Pastry Arts Technology (2014). A.O.S., The Culinary Institute of America.

Peterson, Sandra - Mathematics (1997). B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.

Pierini, Patience - Music (2017). B.M., M.M., University of Southern Mississippi.

Pierini, Ryan - Theatre (2001). B.A., Georgia College & State University. M.F.A., University of Mississippi.

Pouliot, April - Director of Public Health Technology/Navigator (2022). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Poulos, Candice - Developmental Studies/Psychology (2005). B.S., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Rankin, David - Chemistry (2008). B.S., Morris Brown College. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Riggins, Erin - Vice President (2010). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., University of South Alabama. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Ritchey Scott, Taylor - Enrollment Specialist/Licensed Professional Counselor (2018). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.

Sharrow, Amanda - Physics (2014). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Siegel, Jeffrey - Biology (2010). B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Simpson, Daron - Sociology/History (2005). B.S., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi. Additional studies at University of South Alabama.

Smith, Richelle - Director of Health Information Technology/Billing and Coding (2022). B.S., Southern University at New Orleans.

Smith, Trevor - Social Studies (2007). B.S., University of Oklahoma. M.A., University of Southern Mississippi. Ph.D., University of Tennessee.

Stuart, Jason – English (2012). B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi. MFA, University of Florida.

Sutherlin, Timothy - Social Studies (2016). B.S., University of South Alabama. M.S. University of Southern Mississippi.

Tanner, Kayla - Emergency Medical Sciences Clinical Instructor/Coordinator (2023). B.S. University of South Alabama.

Tibbs, Ashley - Instructional Assistant, Learning Lab (1997). B.A., University of Mississippi. Additional Studies, University of Mississippi. MLA, Tulane University.

Townsend, Tammy - English (2013). B.S., Mississippi University for Women; M.A. University of Alabama at Birmingham; Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Warfield, Roxanne - Director of Enrollment Services (2012). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.R.C., University of Kentucky.

Wells, Teresa - Language Arts (2005). B.A. and M.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

West, Patricia - Speech (1992). B.A., M.S., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Williams, Angela - Language Arts (2005). B.A., Mississippi University for Women; M.A. University of Mississippi.

Keesler Center

Story, Regina - Base Representative (2023). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Naval Construction Battalion Center (Navy Base)

Story, Regina - Base Representative (2023). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bryant Center at Tradition

Allen, Natalie - Level I Nursing Coordinator (2019). B.S.N., M.S.N., M.B.A., William Carey University.

Barnes, Christina - Nursing (2022). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., F.N.P.C., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bates, Cathy - Nursing (2018). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., William Carey University. M.S.N., Purdue Global University.

Begley, Rachel – Healthcare Simulation and Workforce Director (2022). A.A.S., Hinds Community College. B.S., William Carey University. M.S., Mississippi State University.

Buie, Debra - Department Chair for School of Nursing Year I, PN Exit (2002). A.D.N., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., D.N.P., University of South Alabama.

Carranza, Taylor - Nurse Navigator (2024). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi.

Clemons, Debra - Nursing (1999). B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.N., William Carey University. D.N.P., Samford University.

Dix, Rachelle - Nursing (2023). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., Western Governor’s University. D.N.P., Walden University.

Evans, Cynthia - Nursing (2015), A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., Mississippi College. M.S.N., Loyola University.

Fairley, Joanna – Nursing Instructor (2024). A.D.N., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Maryville University. Ph.D., Walden University.

Hasty, Cindy – Nursing (2020). A.D.N., Bishop State Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., D.N.P., Chamberlain University.

Hayes, Miriam - Nursing (2022). B.S.N., University of South Alabama. M.S.N., Western Governors University.

Heard, Pamela - Nursing (2022). B.S.N., M.S.N., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Hurlbert, Jennifer - Nursing (2002). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B. S., Nursing, M.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi, Ph.D., William Carey University.

Husley, Maranda - Nursing (2018). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N.F.N.P., University of Southern Mississippi.

Keith, Laura - Nursing (2018). B.S.B.A., B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.N., University of Alabama at Birmingham.

King, Esther - Nursing (2018). B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.N., University of Phoenix.

Locklar, Crystal - Nurse Navigator (2024). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. B.S.N., M.Ed., William Carey University.

Lyons, Leslie - Nursing (2016). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B.S.N., Jacksonville University.  M.S.N., Western Governor’s University.

Matthews, Kristi - Nursing (2011). B.S.N., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.N., William Carey University.

Meaut, Lauren – LPN Apprentice Coordinator/Instructor (2020). B.S.N., Mississippi University for Women. M.S.N., F.N.P., University of South Alabama.

Mensi, Tiffany – Nursing Instructor (2024). B.A., University of Mississippi. B.S.N., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.N., University of South Alabama.

Nguyen, Stephanie - Year II Nursing Coordinator (2017). B.S.N., M.S.N., William Carey University.

Page, Kimberly - Nursing (2019). B.A., University of Mississippi. B.S.N., University of South Alabama. M.S.N., William Carey University.

Pipkins, Brittany - Nursing (2024). B.S.N., University of South Alabama. M.S.N., F.N.P., Walden University.

Purdie, Karol - Department Chair for School of Nursing Year II (2018). A.A.S., Wallace Community College. B.S.N., Auburn University. M.S.N., South University. D.N.P., Samford University.

Ratcliff, April - Nurse Navigator (2024). B.S.N., William Carey University.

Steinwinder, Samantha - Nursing (2019). B.S.N., Mississippi University for Women. M.S.N., University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Swartz, Hannah - Nursing (2024). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S.N,, University of South Alabama. M.S.N., William Carey University.

Taylor, Windy – Clinical Affiliation Agreement and Event Coordinator (2023). B.B.A., Faulkner University. M.A., University of Mobile. M.B.A., Western Governors University.

Wurm, Kimberly - Nurse Navigator (2024). B.B.A., Mississippi State University. B.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University.

Wimmer, Ashley - Nurse Navigator (2024). B.S.N., Denver College of Nursing.

Wright, Steven – Nursing (2020). A.D.N., Bishop State Community College. B.S.N., M.S.N., Jacksonville State University. Ed.D., University of Alabama.

West Harrison County Center

Bordelon, Millie – Gulf Coast Work Ready/BP RESTORE Act Director (2005). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., Ed.S., William Carey University.

Bowman, Benjamin – Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology Instructor (2023). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Collier, Kevin – Commercial Truck Driving (2018). AAS, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Davis, Lamont - Maritime Multicraft Technology (2020). AAS, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Davison, Krystal - Health Care Assistant (2018). B.S.N., University of South Alabama.

Ginn, Jennifer – Cosmetology (2018). Cosmetology Certificate, East Mississippi Community College. Cosmetology Teacher Certificate, Meridian Community College.  License #01-35760.

Hilliard, James - Commercial Truck Driving (2020). Progress towards A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Lizana, Kimothy - Welding (2014). A.A.S.O.E., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Rupert, Richard (Todd) - Commercial Truck Driving (2019). Progress towards AAS, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Perkinston Campus

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Acres, Dylan - Psychology (2010). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., Sam Houston State University.

Adams, Hope - Head Women’s Basketball Coach / Health & Physical Recreation (2017).  A.A., Northwest Community College.  B.S., Union University.  M.A., Bethel University.

Allen, Zachery – Assistant Baseball Coach (2022). B.S., William Carey University. M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Ball, Jana - Learning Lab (2016). AAA, MS Gulf Coast Community College; B.S., M.B.A., Mississippi State University.

Barger, Mollie - Director of Admissions and Records (2006). A.A. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B.A., University of Mississippi.  M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Bartee, Carla - Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach (2022). B.A., The University of Mississippi

Blackburn, Samuel – Head Tennis Coach / Health & Physical Recreation (2020). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., Point University. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Broome, Courtney - OTA Program Director/Instructor (2020). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., MSOT, University of South Alabama.

Bryant, Thakkeus – Assistant Football Coach (2018). A.A., Upper Iowa University. B.S., University of Arkansas.

Bush, Darlene - Mathematics (2009). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Byerley, Jack - Assistant Softball Coach (2022). B.S., University of South Alabama.

Calcote, Daniel - Art (2011). A.A., Copiah-Lincoln Community College. B.F.A., Mississippi State University. M.F.A., East Carolina University.

Campbell, Steven - Dean of Athletics (2017). B.B.A., University of Mississippi. M.B.A., University of Central Arkansas.

Cocco, Adrienne – Assistant Band Director (2023). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.A., William Carey University.

Cotten, Brandi - Coordinator of Student Activities, Wellness & Recreation  (2019). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. A.A.S., Bishop State Community College. B.S., Jackson State University. M.S., Delta State University.

Daniels, Bryan - Mathematics (2021).  A.A., Pearl River Community College.  B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Dearman, Heather - Director of Financial Aid (2008). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Mississippi State University.

Dozier, Zachary - Foreign Language (2016).  B.A., M.A., University of Mississippi.

Hammack, Don - Sports Information and Media Specialist (2015), B.S., Mississippi State University.

Handy, Chris - Head Men’s Soccer Coach / Health & Physical Recreation (2012). A.A., Tyler Junior College. B.S., Florida International University. M.Ed., University of Texas at Tyler.

Hill, Vontrell - Biological Sciences (2013). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., and M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Holliman, Heather – Dean of Teaching and Learning (2020). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Jellum, Katherine - English/Literature (2015).  B.A., University of Southern Mississippi.  M.S., Arkansas State University.

Joiner, Ryan – Head Women’s Soccer Coach (2023). A.A., Meridian Community College. B.A., M.A., Mississippi State University.

Kuhn, David - Head Softball Coach / Sociology (2021).  B.S.E., M.Ed., Delta State University.

Ladnier, Bradley - Commercial Truck Driving (2023). GED, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Loui, Michael - Biological Sciences (2008). B.S., California Polytechnic State University. D.C., Palmer College of Chiropractic.

Louvier, Nick – Assistant Football Coach/Media Specialist (2023). A.A., Lincoln Community College. B.B.A., Mississippi State University.

Lyons, Robin - English/Literature (2004). B.A. and M.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Mann, Aaron - Music/Choral Director (2020). B.M., William Carey University. M.M., University of Southern Mississippi.

McCray, Emmanuel - Assistant Football Coach (2022). B.S., M.A., University of Mississippi.

McDonald, LaTrice – Enrollment Specialist (2006). B.S., William Carey University. M.S., Faulkner University.

McDougal, Clarence – Assistant Football Coach (2019). B.A., Mississippi State University.

McIlrath, Laurie - Psychology (1999). B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.S., Augusta University.

McInnis, Shane - Sociology (2018). B.A., M.A., William Carey University. M.A., University of Alabama at Birmingham.

McKinney, Michael - Learning Lab (2012). B.A., Millsaps College. M.A., Bowling Green State University.

Merritt, Cydnee – Massage Therapy (2017).  MS School of Therapeutic Massage, Progress towards AAS, Southwest Mississippi Community College. License #802 MBLH

Miller, Owen - Head Men’s Basketball Coach/Health & Physical Education Recreation (2023). B.S., Mississippi College. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Moore, Tracy - Chemistry (2006). B.S., William Carey University. M.S., University of Alabama. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Moulds, Lucy - Public Speaking (2021).  B.A., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Myrick, Kenny - Music (2000). B.M.E., M.M.E., and M.M., University of Southern Mississippi.

Owen, Robert - Superintendent of Physical Plant (2022). Diploma, Lumberton High School. Licensed Contractor, State of Mississippi. Licensed Natural Gas Operator. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Public Safety.

Paslay, Rhonda - Learning Lab (2022).  B.S., University of Southern Mississippi.  M.S., Capella University.

Patten, Britney – Dance Coach/Instructor (2024). B.F.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.F.A., University of Wisconsin.

Patton, Trenton – Welding (2022). Diploma, Welding Technology, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Pietz, Kady Beaoui - Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management (2017). B.S., M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Pittman, James - Language Arts (2014).  B.A., Mississippi State University.  M.Ed., William Carey University.

Post, Alison - Music (2021).  B.M., Liberty University.  M.M., Mercer University.

Rainey, Paula - Licensed Professional Counselor (2013) B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Reeves, Melanie - Mathematics (2007). B.A.Ed., University of Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Reid, Joan - Academic Business (2016). B.S., Mississippi State University. M.B.A., Florida Institute of Technology. Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Richmond, Wil - Assistant Band Director (2019). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.M.Ed., M.M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Ritchie, Vanessa - Assistant Dean of the LRC (2002). B.A., Humboldt State University. MILS., University of Kentucky.

Rivera, Amber - Biological Sciences (2018). B.S., University of South Alabama. M.Ed., William Carey University.

Robertson, Trey - Dean of Business Services (2008).  B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Savage, Laura - Librarian (2016).  A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B.A. and MLIS., University of Southern Mississippi.

Schilling, Ryan - History (2010). A.A., Southwest Mississippi Community College. B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi.

Shows, Jason - History (2009). A.A., Jones County Junior College. B.S., M.Ed., William Carey University.

Shufelt, Brett - Assistant Football Coach/History (2018).  B.S., Western New Mexico University.  M.S., Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Smith, Rodricus – Assistant Football Coach (2018). B.S., University of Memphis.

Smith, Shellye – Enrollment Specialist/Student Support Coordinator (2015) A. A. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B. S. University of Southern Mississippi. M.S.M., Faulkner University.

Standland, James - Director of Bands (2019). B.M.Ed., M.M.Ed., D.M.E., University of Southern Mississippi.

St. Cyr, Ben – Director of Residence and Student Life (2016). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.A., St. Ambrose University.

Sutphin, Brent - IT Specialist Technology (2020). A.A.S., A.A., East Central Community College. B.A., M.S., Ed.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Taylor, Ladd - Vice President (2002). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., M.S., University of Southern Mississippi, Ed.S., Ph.D., William Carey University.

Thornton, Brad - Head Golf Coach/History (2021).  A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B.S., Delta State University.  M.Ed., William Carey University.

Upton, Christopher - Enrollment Specialist/Financial Aid Representative (2012).  A. A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.  B. A., University of Mississippi.  M. S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Walker, Daisha - Public Speaking/Theater (1994). M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Walker, Quintin – Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach (2019). B.S. William Carey University.

Webb, Schuyler Laws - Biological Sciences (2007). B.S., University of Mississippi. M.S., University of Georgia.

Whatley, Windham - Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach (2022). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., William Carey University.

Wheatcroft, Stephanie - Occupational Therapy Assistant (2022). A.A., Hinds Community College. A.A.S., Pearl River Community College. B.S., William Carey University.

Wilcher, Patrick - Mathematics (2006). A.A., East Central Community College. B.A., M.S., University of Mississippi.

Williams, Shugana - Librarian (2014).  B.A., Tougaloo College.  MLIS, University of Southern Mississippi.

Williams, Tracy - Graphic Design Technology (2020). B.F.A., and M.F.A., Syracuse University.

Wilson, Roy - Physical Science (2006). B.S. and M.S., University of Southern Mississippi.

Winter, Gaye - English/Literature (2009). B.A., M.A., Eastern Kentucky University. Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Windom, Keith, Jr. - Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach (2022). B. A., Pittsburg State University. M.A., Concordia University Irvine.

Wright, Jack - Head Football Coach/Business (2018).  B.S., M.B.A., Arkansas State University.

Yeager, James - Commercial Truck Driving (2023). A. A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

George County Center

Cleckler, Valerie - Psychology (2013). B.A., M.S., Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi.

Davis, Selina - Mathematics (2013). B.S., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Davison, Krystal - Health Care Assistant (2018). B.S.N., University of South Alabama.

Grant, Garry - Commercial Truck Driving (2023). GED, Madisonville Community College. Gulf Coast Work Ready Certification, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. ACT National Career Readiness Certification, State of Mississippi.

Luttrell, Steven – Electrical Technology Instructor (2023). Electrical Apprenticeship, U.S. Navy.

Moreno, Tonya - Cosmetology (2017). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Overstreet, Will - Evening/Weekend Instructional Coordinator (2000). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, B.A., M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi.

Parker, Obey - Commercial Residential Construction Technology (2017). A.A.S., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Pierce, Joshua - Welding (2012). A.A., American Intercontinental University. M.Ed., Athens State University.

Posadas, Gabriel – Biology Instructor (2021). B.S., M.S., Mississippi State University.

Reitz, Douglas - Commercial Truck Driving Instructor (2023). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.

Rhodes, Lisa - Administrative Dean (2017). B.S., M.A.T., University of West Alabama. Ph.D., Mississippi State University.

Richardson, Dawn - Enrollment Specialist (2000). A.A., Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. B.S., University of Southern Mississippi. M.B.A., William Carey University.

Withrow, Mandy - Language Arts (2012). B.A., University of Southern Mississippi. M.Ed., William Carey University.