Undergraduate Student Success Center
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 | Angela Blount M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling Email: Angela.Blount@famu.edu Office: MS Thomas, Suite 100 As the coordinator of academic coaching, Mrs. Blount takes an integrative approach that focuses on the student’s intrinsic motivation and interest in change. Mrs. Blount received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. With over 19 years of experience working in higher education, Mrs. Blount recognizes the importance of meeting students where they are in their academic journey. Mrs. Blount believes that each student has a purpose and she actively empowers them to frame goals in a practical and attainable fashion. Mrs. Blount’s sessions are empowering, engaging and humorous. The goal of each session is to help students navigate obstacles and maintain motivation towards their goals. | |
 | Johnny Darrisaw M.S., Sports Management Email:Johnny.Darrisaw@famu.edu Office: 659 Ardelia Court Johnny C. Darrisaw II is an Academic Coach within the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Mr. Darrisaw received his MS degree in Sport Management and BA degree in English from FAMU and FSU, respectively. His daily objective is to align with the Florida Board of Governors’ performance-based funding metrics and the university’s strategic priorities in order to increase retention and graduation. Compassionately empowering students to make positive life choices and adopt consistent behaviors, he aims to guide his students on a path to academic success. With over a decade of professional experience in higher education, he will continue to foster and cultivate relationships on and off campus in order to effectuate matriculation and career development. | |
 | Chan-Erica Feacher M.S., Public Administration Email: Chanerica.Feacher@famu.edu Office Location: Gore Education Complex, room C215 Chan-Erica Feacher is an Academic Coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Ms. Feacher received her master’s degree in Public Administration from Florida A&M University and bachelor’s in Political Science from Florida Gulf Coast University. As an Academic Coach, Ms. Feacher strives to be an accountability partner for students and through their meetings she empowers them to advocate for themselves. Ms. Feacher also encourages students to identify their strengths and overcome their obstacles whether it be academically or socially. | |
 | Kenya Floyd M.S., Entertainment Business Email: Kenya.Floyd@famu.edu Office Location: MS Thomas, Suite 100 Kenya Floyd is an academic coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Mr. Floyd has enjoyed a 16-year career in both K-12 and higher education. Kenya has a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Edward Waters College and a master’s degree in Entertainment Business from Full Sail University. While in college Mr. Floyd worked with the Big Brother’s Program, Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation, Education for Black Males, Black Male College Explores, and Upward Bound program. Additionally, Mr. Floyd has over 6 years of experience working in entertainment and business. Kenya’s experiences include contract writing, negotiating, tour managing, budgeting, branding, and business startup. Mr. Floyd’s goal as an academic coach is to understand the needs of each student and empower them to make the best decisions while in college. | |
 | Ebony Greene M.S.W, Social Work Email: Ebony.Greene@famu.edu Office Location: MS Thomas, Suite 100 Ebony Greene is an academic coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Ms. Ebony Greene is a proud alumna of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Social Work. She also possesses multiple years of experience in providing human and social services to children and families across the state of Florida. Ms. Greene is committed to the wholistic enhancement of students across the University. It is her belief that in addition to obtaining an academic and professional skillset, students must also receive sustainable life management skills. | |
 | Nia Henderson M.S., Counselors Education Email: Nia.Henderson@famu.edu Office: Gore Education Complex, Room C214 Nia Henderson is an Academic Coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center and a two-time graduate of the illustrious university Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. Ms. Henderson earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the School of Business & Industry (SBI) and my master’s degree in Counselors Education from the College of Education. Ms. Henderson believes the best part of being an Academic Coach is providing professional insight, and tangible/intangible resources that can allow students to create their own version of success. | |
 | Dr. Patrick Joseph Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Medicinal Chemistry Email: Patrick.Joseph@famu.edu Office:Gore Education Complex, Room C215 Dr. Patrick Joseph is an Academic Coach in the Undergraduate Success Center. Dr. Joseph received his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences with a concentration in Medicinal Chemistry from Florida A&M University. His overall goal is to encourage students to adopt and continually practice positive and transformative life skills that will empower them to thrive socially, academically, and professionally in college and beyond. Moreover, given his background in the sciences, Dr. Joseph can assist students who are struggling in mathematics and in the sciences in developing a structured plan in order to improve their academic performance | |
 | Karen Mitchell B.S., Political Science and Foreign Languages Email: Karena.Mitchell@famu.edu Office: Gore Education Complex, Room C212 Karen Mitchell is an Academic Coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Ms. Mitchell majored in Political Science and minored in Romance Languages, French, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese and Italian. Ms. Mitchell has been working in academia for seventeen years and served as a Coordinator in International Education, Academic Advisor and now Academic Coach. Ms. Mitchell’s goal as coach is to see students of all majors be well emotionally and physically and last but not least use the tutoring and counseling resources available to enhance their wellness and academic skills. | |
 | Michelle Ross M.S. Psychology; Ed.S., Educational Leadership Email: Michelle.Ross@famu.edu Office: MS Thomas, Suite 100 Michelle Ross is an Academic Coach in the Undergraduate Student Success Center. Mrs. Ross is a native of Alabama. Ms. Ross has 20 years in the education field including eight years in higher education. Her upper level education experiences include working as a GED instructor, educational advisor, psychology instructor, and reading literacy tutor. She also has over 10 years in the mental health field working as a clinical mental health therapist and certified case manager. Ms. Ross’ overall goal in higher education is to raise the bar of aiding students in accomplishing their career aspirations and establishing goal reaching and success plans. Being an academic coach will allow Ms. Ross to help students finishing what they start without ceasing. Ms. Ross continues to be a tenacious and lifelong learner and encourages students to rise above the challenges to get the tassel. | |
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Contact Info
501 Orr Drive
Gore Education Complex- C 214
Tallahassee, Florida 32307
P: 850-412-7994
F: 850-412-5952
E: Studentsuccess@famu.edu
Gore Education Complex- C 214
Tallahassee, Florida 32307
P: 850-412-7994
F: 850-412-5952
E: Studentsuccess@famu.edu
