McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
Dr. Desmond Wallace
Project Director
Kaufman Hall, Room 304
337-475-5451
Email: dwallace@mcneese.edu
Cidra Jackson, M.A.
Assistant Director/Counselor
Kaufman Hall, Room 304
337-475-5923
E-mail: crandle1@mcneese.edu
Lillie Wilson, M.A.
Academic Coordinator
Kaufman Hall, Room 304
337-475-5442
Email: lwilson@mcneese.edu
Mailing Address
Upward Bound
PO Box 92687
Lake Charles, LA 70609
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.