One of Marshall’s greatest strengths is that each of us – regardless of our official role on campus – contributes to the success of our students.
EVERY DAY the Center for Student Success hears about a member of the Marshall Community who has made a significant difference in the life of an individual student, who has made it possible for them to succeed in college.
Inspired by hundreds of great stories about Marshall faculty and staff, beginning in the spring of 2024, Marshall University’s Center for Student Success, is formalizing its process to recognize campus personnel who contribute to student success.
Invitations for nominations will be sent to all students through their Marshall email and posted electronically on university webpages.
You can access the history of the Student Success Champions award and previous years information by through previewing the Previous Student Success Champions page.
Spring 2024
The following individuals were honored as 2024 Student Success Champions at our Spring 2024 ceremony:
- Dr. Mindy Backus – Faculty member, College of Education and Professional Development
- Dr. Chuck G. Bailey – Faculty member, W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communication
- Scott Ballou – Officer, MU Police Department
- Michelle Biggs – Director, HERD Start Early Academy
- Gabby Casey – Graduate Assistant, Center for Student Success
- Dr. Ronald Childress – Faculty member, College of Education and Professional Development
- Drew Davis – Resident Advisor, Housing and Residence Life
- Caylin France – Student Support Specialist, Student Support Services
- Mandi Hurley, Esq. – Title IX Investigator, Title IX Office
- Jennifer Jimison – Project Director, Marshall for All
- Jonathan McCormick – Director, Military & Veterans Affairs
- Dr. Laura McCunn-Jordan – Faculty member, College of Science
- Dr. Greg Michaelson – Associate Dean and faculty member, College of Engineering and Computer Sciences
- Dr. Sumeeta Patnaik – English Language Program Manager, English Language Institute
- Dr. Joel Peckham – Faculty member, College of Liberal Arts
- Tammy Reynolds – Program Manager, College of Liberal Arts
- Amanda Shaver – Academic Advisor, Regents Bachelor of Arts
- Patricia Spence – Resident Advisor, Housing and Residence Life
- Annjela Twardy – FAM Peer Mentor, Center for Student Success
- Dr. Stephen Young – Faculty member, College of Liberal Arts
These Student Success Champions were recognized in April 2024 for their dedication and efforts in assisting students at Marshall. The ceremony was captured on photo and created into a photo show.
Frequently Asked Questions
Full-time employees who work in the Center for Student Success are not eligible, however, students who work in CSS’s programs are eligible.
- 4 Faculty
- 4 Staff/Administrators
- 4 Student Employees/Housing/Food Service
- 4 Additional from any category