McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
First-Time Full-Time Bachelor’s Degree Seeking Freshmen – First to Second Year Retention Rate
| Percent Retained | |
| Fall 2020 to Fall 2021 | 69.3% |
| Fall 2019 to Fall 2020 | 71.6% |
| Fall 2018 to Fall 2019 | 69.5% |
| Fall 2017 to Fall 2018 | 70.1% |
| Fall 2016 to Fall 2017 | 68.7% |
Retention by Gender and Ethnicity – Fall 2020 to Fall 2021
| Male | Female | |
| Percent Retained | Percent Retained | |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 100.0% * | 60.0% * |
| Asian | 70.0% | 83.3% |
| Black, non-Hispanic | 64.7% | 58.9% |
| Foreign/Non-Resident Alien | 70.0% | 80.0% |
| Hispanic | 59.1% | 62.2% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Isl | 100.0% * | —– |
| Two or More Races | 40.6% | 78.2% |
| White, non-Hispanic | 68.2% | 74.1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Unknown | 66.7% * | 100.0% * |
| Total | 66.3% | 71.4% |
Retention by Gender and Age Group – Fall 2020 to Fall 2021
| Male | Female | |
| Percent Retained | Percent Retained | |
| Under 18 | 66.6% | 63.0% |
| 18-19 | 66.3% | 71.4% |
| 20-21 | 100.0% * | 50.0% * |
| 22-24 | 100.0% * | 100.0% * |
| 25-29 | 100.0% * | 75.0% * |
| 30-34 | —– | 100.0% * |
| 35-39 | —– | —– |
| 40-49 | —– | —– |
| 50-64 | —– | —– |
| Over 64 | —– | —– |
| Total | 66.3% | 71.4% |
Retention by Gender and Ethnicity – Pell Students – Fall 2020 to Fall 2021
| Male | Female | |
| Percent Retained | Percent Retained | |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | —– | 100.0% * |
| Asian | 100.0% * | 100.0% * |
| Black, non-Hispanic | 65.2% | 57.6% |
| Foreign/Non-Resident Alien | —– | —– |
| Hispanic | 70.0% | 58.3% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Isl | —– | —– |
| Two or More Races | 43.8% | 88.9% |
| White, non-Hispanic | 65.9% | 72.5% |
| Race/Ethnicity Unknown | —– | 100.0% * |
| Total | 64.6% | 69.3% |
Retention by Gender and Ethnicity – Non Pell Students – Fall 2020 to Fall 2021
| Male | Female | |
| Percent Retained | Percent Retained | |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 100.0% * | 33.3% * |
| Asian | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Black, non-Hispanic | 66.7% | 63.0% |
| Foreign/Non-Resident Alien | 70.0% | 80.0% |
| Hispanic | 54.5% | 64.0% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Isl | 100.0% * | —– |
| Two or More Races | 40.0% | 64.3% |
| White, non-Hispanic | 69.2% | 74.9% |
| Race/Ethnicity Unknown | 66.7% | 100.0% * |
| Total | 67.1% | 72.9% |
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.