ACADEMIC ADVISING
Proper advising is critical to the gaining the most from college experience. Advisors possess an in-depth understanding of the academic processes and policies that sometimes seem difficult to comprehend for the new or returning student. Advisors can save you a great deal of grief and money by ensuring that your course selection fits the degree program that you have selected. They can also provide you with inside tips and information that will make your academic career smoother and therefore more fun. They will not always know the answer off their cuff, however they will know who to talk to and gain the proper information. At MTEC we have two on staff advisors who have particular areas of expertise.
Center Coordinator
Lisa Moore is Coordinator of the Middle Tennessee Education Center. She is responsible for identifying, creating, and delivering educational opportunities in the community and highlighting the Center’s role in Bedford County. She manages the daily operation of the Center. Students wishing to enroll at MTSU or those currently enrolled are welcome to talk with her about their questions or issues. She is also willing to advise MTSU students in their quest for employment.
Lisa’s career began in Human Resources in the high technology industry. Her areas of specialty were employee relations and organizational development. As the Human Resources Manager for a 2400 employee disk drive manufacturing site, she oversaw the delivery of human resource services in addition to managing the necessary workforce changes to improve the profitability of the business.
For the past fourteen years, the first as an adjunct, Lisa taught in the Speech and Theatre Department in both the Organizational Communication and Communication Studies areas. She was responsible for the creation of three upper division courses, led numerous search committees for faculty, and co-chaired the departmental committee to create a faculty peer evaluation process.
Lisa’s undergraduate degree is from MTSU. Her major was in Social Sciences with minors in Communication Studies and Secondary Education while participating in the University’s debate program. A Masters from Auburn University in Communication Studies, with areas of specialty in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication, established the direction of her professional growth.
MTSU Advisors
Dr. Michaele Chappell is coordinator / advisor for Master of Science in Teaching Mathematics.
Dr. Connie Jones is advisor for B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Dr. Gretchen Leming is undergraduate advisor for business degree programs.
Dr. Terri Tharp is AST Transfer Advisor and advisor for B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies.
MSCC Advisor
Tracey Harden has worked at Motlow State Community College for 15 years in a variety of roles. She has a degree in elementary education, and most recently worked in the Admissions office at Motlow. Tracey brings a wealth of knowledge about Motlow's admissions process and academic programs.
