McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
The Office of Student Services enhances the educational mission of the University by engaging students in co-curricular programs and activities that promote development in the areas of leadership, professionalism, cultural awareness, service learning, morality, fiscal awareness, social ability, and recreation.
The motto of student engagement at McNeese is “E3 – Enhancing Education through Engagement”. It has been proven that a college student's educational experience is enhanced by engaging in student life and building a deeper connection to the university.
In compliance with Louisiana Act No. 157 (R.S. 17:3:3138.1), McNeese State University provides all enrolled students the opportunity to complete a voluntary mental health privacy waiver form that allows the university to share protected health information with designated individuals in the event of a mental health crisis.
Dr. Meghan Olinger
Dean of Student Support & Advocacy
Dr. Meghan Olinger
Dean of Student Support & Advocacy
molinger@mcneese.edu
Maya Wilson
Student Services Coordinator
msu-mwilson9@mcneese.edu
Gabbie Landry
Director of Student Engagement & Leadership
glandry12@mcneese.edu
Bralyn Simmons
Director of Student Activities
bsimmons2@mcneese.edu
Johnnie Marsaw, M.S.
Director of Residence Life
jmarsaw@mcneese.edu
Dr. Desmond Wallace
Director of TRIO Upward Bound Program
dwallace@mcneese.edu
Portia Metoyer
Director of Student Union Facility and Programs
pmetoyer@mcneese.edu
Emily Derouen
Director McNeese Cowgirl Kickers
mcneesecowgirlkickers@yahoo.com
I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.
My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.” I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.
In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.