Meet the Staff

Emily C. Ivey

DIRECTOR OF NEW STUDENT & FAMILY PROGRAMS

Emily is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the New Student & Family Programs unit while leading and supporting the NSFP team. Most of her work centers around the coordination of New Student Conferences. This includes working with the Office of Admissions, Academic Colleges, presenters, and campus partners. She attended Texas A&M for her undergraduate degree, the University of South Carolina for her master’s degree, and is currently in the dissertation phase of her doctoral degree in Educational Administration. Prior to working at A&M Emily worked at Elon University in North Carolina. Emily spends what free time she has running, working out with Camp Gladiator, watching college sports, and practicing her Wheel of Fortune skills.

emilyi@studentlife.tamu.edu

Libby Daggers

COORDINATOR OF FAMILY PROGRAMS

Libby is responsible for the overall coordination of family programs at Texas A&M. Libby coordinates Family Weekend, manages the family portal, oversees the Parent & Family Advisory Council, and plans the family portions of the New Student Conference, including the NSCs En Español program. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois, a master's degree in College Student Personnel Administration from Illinois State University, and is currently enrolled in the Higher Education Administration doctoral program. Libby is the Region 4 Chair for AHEPPP: Family Engagement in Higher Education. In her free time, she enjoys being active, visiting National Parks, and re-watching her favorite TV shows on Netflix.

libbyd@studentlife.tamu.edu

Meridia Sanders

ASSOCIATE COORDINATOR

Meridia supervises the Aggie Orientation Leader Program, a NODA Intern, graduate assistant, and one of the Assistant Coordinators. She coordinates Howdy Week and the required online orientation for all 14,000 new and transfer students. Previously, Meridia served as a Program Coordinator for the Office of First Year Experience and an Academic Advisor at the University of Pittsburgh. Meridia graduated with a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Western Carolina University and a master's degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Slippery Rock University. Meridia is actively involved with NODA and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. In her free time she enjoys reading, running, CrossFit, and spending time with her family, including her dog Chloe.

meridias@studentlife.tamu.edu

Kim White

COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Kim is responsible for communication and marketing strategies, print and multimedia production, social media management, and website design and maintenance. Kim has worked for Texas A&M University for more than 6 years and joined New Student & Family Programs in 2018. She holds a bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Journalism from Texas A&M and was a member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band. Kim enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids, watching football, and learning about history through books, movies/TV, and museums.

kimw@studentlife.tamu.edu

Alex Jantz

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

Alex Jantz serves as the advisor to the Aggie Parent & Family Ambassadors student organization. Within this role, she helps to coordinate aspects of Family Weekend, Parents of the Year, and communications with families. Alex joined New Student & Familly Programs in 2019. She holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from Baylor University. While she loves her Baylor Bears, she is proud to now be part of the Aggie family and enjoys embracing all this university has to offer.

alexj@studentlife.tamu.edu

Mark Bagwell

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR

Mark Bagwell is responsible for the supervision of the Aggie Orientation Leader Program. Within this role, he coordinates and facilitates training to prepare both the Orientation Team Leaders and the Orientation Leaders for their roles during New Student Conferences. He also assists with the implementation of Howdy Week events hosted by the Office of New Student and Family Programs. Mark graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Fitness, Conditioning, and Performance from Auburn University and a master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of Arkansas. Outside of the office, Mark loves traveling to new places, training for half marathons, going to the movies, and finding a new favorite place to eat.

markb@studentlife.tamu.edu

Veronica Palomo

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

Veronica is responsible for providing administrative support and office management for the New Student & Family Programs office. She also assists in facilitating New Student Conferences, supervising the NSFP office student workers, and coordinating the office budget. Veronica has worked for Texas A&M University since 2018 but joined New Student & Family Programs in 2020. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Texas Tech University and is currently pursuing a graduate Certificate in Conflict Management and Resolution from Abilene Christian University. In her free time, Veronica enjoys practicing yoga, board games, science fiction movies and books, and spending time with her husband and golden retriever puppy.

veronicap@studentlife.tamu.edu

Brooke Morrissy

FAMILY PROGRAMS & OUTREACH GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Brooke works primarily with the Aggie Parent and Family Ambassadors, Parents of the Year, Family Weekend, and assists in various family programming efforts. Brooke has a bachelor's degree in Journalism with a minor in Business from Texas Christian University. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education from Texas A&M University, which she will complete in May 2020. Brooke serves on the NODA Regional Conference committee for the Regional Orientation Leader Institute and enjoys pursuing other professional development opportunities. Brooke’s passions include volunteering in the community, trying new restaurants, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

brookem@studentlife.tamu.edu

Sarah Wilder

GRADUATE ASSISTANT

Sarah is responsible for co-supervising and training the Orientation Team Leaders and facilitating portions of Orientation Leader training in their preparation for New Student Conferences. Before coming to Texas A&M, Sarah graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in Family, Youth and Community Sciences. She is currently a second-year student in the Student Affairs Administration in Higher Education master's program at Texas A&M. Sarah enjoys all things orientation, beaver nuggets, and learning more about the Aggie spirit.

sarahw@studentlife.tamu.edu

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