COLLEGE OF ARTS & HUMANITIES SUPPORT
Adele Burke
Student Success Coordinator
Supports students in:
- Geography
- Pre-Business
Education:
- B.A. in Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology, Bryn Mawr College
Student Success Philosophy:
My advising philosophy is grounded in student advocacy; I work to cultivate student independence and agency, as well as empowering students as they navigate a new academic environment.
Fun Fact: I am a Pub Trivia regular!
Makeda Ellis
Student Success Coordinator
Supports students in:
- Pre-Business
Education:
- M.S.H.E. in Administration
Student Success Philosophy:
"Good advising may be the single most underestimated characteristic of a successful college experience." -Light, RJ. (2001)
Fun Fact: I used to work for Public Relations company and assisted in styling for high profile celebrity events.
Emily Fletcher
Student Success Coordinator
Supports students in:
- Pre-Business
Education:
- M.A. in English: Writing, Teaching, and Criticism, West Chester University.
Student Success Philosophy:
My goal is to provide students with the tools they need to stay engaged in their education and empower them to successfully navigate their time at WCU.
Fun Fact: I love to travel!
Jenna Gardner
Student Success Coordinator
Supports:
- Pre-Business
Education:
- B.A. in Philosophy, Psychology, and Linguistics, NYU
- M.Ed. in Bilingual-Bicultural Education and Learning Design & Leadership, UIUC
Student Success Philosophy:
I enjoy collaborating with my students to help foster their sense of self-efficacy. I hope every student leaves a meeting with me feeling informed and empowered.
Fun Fact: I lived in South Korea for 5 years.
Chynna Lloyd
Student Success Coordinator
Supports:
- Pre-Business
Education:
- B.S. in Public Health with a minor in Civic and Community Engagement
Student Success Philosophy:
I am passionate about advising students and ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive and be successful in college.
Fun Fact: I am from the West Coast, the Best Coast.





