Student Affairs Personal and Professional Development
The Personal & Professional Development (PPD) team members are responsible for assessing professional development needs and developing programs and resources to address skill/knowledge enhancement for Student Affairs educators. The work of this committee is designed to complement existing department-specific training and focuses upon Student Affairs competency areas. Professional development programs will be offered each month. The PPD’s mission:
"Build empowered, resourceful and resilient educators through personal and professional growth."
Workshop topics will focus on enhancing the professional side of an employee and may address topics such as conflict management, leadership, communication, and conference preparation.
2026-2027 Personal & Professional Development Schedule
Will be posted in August.
PPD Committee Members
| Name: | Unit: |
|---|---|
| Jocelyne Alfaro-Ruiz | Student Transitions |
| Marilynn Brimmage | Career Services |
| Jewel Brown-Thomas | Center for Counseling and Student Development |
| Logan Drumm | Dean of Students |
| Bryan Haddock | Housing |
| Brian Mattern, Chair | Business Administration |
| Dennis McCunney, Vice Chair | Center for Student Success |
| Chris Stansbury* | Student Affairs Operations |
| Kevin Sutton | Financial Wellness |
| Karen Thigpen | Business Administration |
| Audra Thomas | Student Centers |
| Antwan Warren | Student Health Services |
| Rob Weatherly* | POSO Engagement & Development |
| Chase Wheaton | Residence Life |
| Taryn White | Vice Chancellor's Office |
| Madison Wiggins | Parent and Family Programs |
| *Ex-Officio |