Meet the Enrollment Services Staff
Administration
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Customer Service Manager |
Alisha assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. Education: BS in Business Administration from Southern Oregon University and currently pursuing a Master's in Interdisciplinary Studies from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Backpacked through Western Europe Favorite campus spot: The bench outside Churchill |
| Katrina Simpson Associate Registrar |
Katrina has primary administrative responsibility for coordinating the effective daily operation of student records and registration activities. Katrina serves as University Registrar in the absence of the University Registrar. Education: BS in English & Writing and Master in Management from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Loves a rainy day. Favorite campus spot: Susanne Homes residence hall. |
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Director of Financial Aid |
Kristen is originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, and has served in Financial Aid for over 12 years. She started out as a financial aid work-study student and found her dream career from that moment. Kristen loves financial aid, as crazy as that seems!!! Education: MA in Organizational Leadership from Colorado State University, BA in Communications from Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee. Interesting fact: Kristen is a US Navy Veteran and was one fo the first five women aboard the USS Essex (LHD-2). Favorite campus spot: Right now, it's the Human Bean! |
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University Registrar/ |
Matt serves as the University Registrar, the University's FERPA compliance officer and student records officer, and serves as the general manager of the Enrollment Services Center. He supervises student registration, grading, academic progress, student records and transcripts, degree evaluation, academic scheduling and transfer articulation. He collaborates to develop and implement various academic and administrative policies, works on matters of enrollment, retention, and admissions research and planning, and serves as the Building Manager for Britt Hall. Education: Ed.D in Educational Leadership and Higher Education from University of Nebraska, MS in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration from Indiana University and BS in Political Science from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Met wife as a freshman at SOU and have been together ever since. SOU is an important part of his life in many ways. Favorite campus spot: The fireplace seating area in the Hannon Library |
Enrollment Services Associates
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Enrollment Services Associate |
Jasmin assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. Education: BS in Art and EMDA from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Favorite campus spot: |
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Enrollment Services Associate |
Tamara assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. Education: BA in English from San Jose State University Favorite campus spot: Hannon Library |
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Enrollment Services Associate |
Tim assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. Education: BS in Psychology from Southern Oregon University Interesting fact: Comic book "nerd", especially loves Marvel's X-Men. Favorite campus spot: Stevenson Union |
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Enrollment Services Associate |
Tiffany assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. Education: BA in Spanish and Humanities with minors in Linguistics and English from California State University-Chico |
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Lead Enrollment Services Associate |
Sean assists students with registration, financial aid, parking and billing issues. |
Financial Aid
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Financial Aid Counselor |
Karinda administers Financial Aid Programs and counsels students and parents about financial aid. Karinda is also the point of contact for Consortium Agreements. Education: BA from University of Oregon and MA in Postsecondary Adult and Continuing Education from Portland State Universary. Interesting fact: Loves watching college football. |
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Financial Aid Counselor |
Karen administers Financial Aid Programs and counsels students and parents about financial aid. She also has responsibility for the administration of the federal Direct Loan program. |
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Scholarship Coordinator |
Stephanie is responsible for managing, reviewing, and awarding scholarships while working with the Foundation Office and other departments on campus to ensure grant and scholarship funding is current and up to date. She also works closely with the Director and Associate Director of Financial Aid to regulate financial programs and maintain internal and external compliance. Additionally, she is one of the main contributors in the development of the campus' Financial Literacy Program. Education: BA in Art, English, and Communication from Juniata College. Interesting fact: Studied in England for a semester during her senior year of college. Favorite campus spot: Too many to choose just one! |
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Financial Aid Counselor |
Brandy administers Financial Aid programs and counsels students and parents about financial aid Education: Associate's in General Studies from Rogue Community College Interesting fact: Brandy has been to over 500 country music concerts Favorite campus spot: Anywhere outside enjoying the scenery |
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Financial Aid Counselor |
Debbie works with prospective and current students and their families to counsel them on the financial aid process, eligibility criteria, and loan options. She works closely with the Office of Admissions to assist in outreach events, and is the point of contact for students participating in study abroad programs. Interesting fact: Debbie coordinates weddings when not on campus, is an Army veteran, and used to work in show business (where she once compared tattooss with Aaron Neville). Favorite Spot on Campus: Any of the study rooms in Hannon Library with a view of the valley! |
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Eric Walker ESC IT Consultant |
Eric provides technical support for Enrollment Services focusing specifically on financial aid. Education: BS in Computer Science from Southern Oregon University |
Registration and Records
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Academic Scheduling Coordinator |
Karen is responsible for academic room scheduling, reviewing and entering catalog information, irregular registrations, creating the finals schedule, and assisting departments with academic course creation and scheduling. |
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Transfer Articulation Coordinator |
Racquel is responsible for evaluating and awarding transfer coursework and helps coordinate the development and maintenance of transfer articulation agreements. Education: BS in Psychology from Southern Oregon University |
| Mathew is responsible for academic records, course evaluations, athletic eligibility, academic appeals, and a variety of other core registration and records areas. Education: Pursuing dual degrees in Art and EMDA at Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Trained in pursuit, defensive, offensive, and combat driving. Favorite campus spot: Courtyard of the Center for the Arts |
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Registration and Records IT Consultant |
Brett provides technical support for Enrollment Services focusing on parking, registration, records, and fee assessment. Education: Pursusing a BS in Computer Programming and Software from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Is a former professional bull rider. Favorite campus spot: In front of his computer. |
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Degree Coordinator |
is responsible for degree evaluation and awarding. Education: Interesting fact: Favorite campus spot: |
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Registration Systems Analyst and Production and Support Lead |
MaryAnn is the registration system analyst and provides leadership to the Enrollment Services Production and Support team. Education: BS in Computer Science and Masters in Management, both from Southern Oregon University. Interesting fact: Enjoys time with kids, grandkids and pets. Favorite campus spot: SOU athletic facilities watching all team sporting events. |
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