SOAR Counselors
2024 SOAR Counselors
Brantley Blaxton, Head Student SOAR Counselor
Hometown: Hartselle, AL
Major: Early Childhood Education
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"I will always be up for Mexican food! It never gets old!"
Rebekah Callahan, Head Family SOAR Counselor
Hometown: Atoka, TN
Major: English and Political Science
What is your favorite thing about UNA?
"UNA has something for everyone, and it can become your new home just like it has become mine!"
Olivia Britton, Student Counselor
Hometown: Cullman, AL
Major: Mass Communication (Journalism and Digital Media)
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"I absolutely love UNA! Getting involved on campus is so important, and I have truly enjoyed my experience so much here. I can't wait for you all to find your people too! Roar Lions!"
Candice Buford, Student Counselor
Hometown: Olive Branch, MS
Major: Computer Science, HCI/UX
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I love music, dancing, and having a good time! Feel free to reach out to me any time.”
Kylee Coleman, Student Counselor
Hometown: Jackson, TN
Major: Marketing - Sales
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I love to cook!”
Connell Cornelius, Student Counselor
Hometown: Rogersville, AL
Major: Instrumental Performance
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I can make a mean sloppy Joe!”
Ashkea Foster, Student Counselor
Hometown: Hillsboro, AL
Major: Nursing
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"My favorite color is green, and I would love to be an oncology nurse one day!"
Reed Hill, Student Counselor
Hometown: Russellville, AL
Major: Exercise Science (Pre-Professional Studies)
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I love UNA! I can't wait to meet y'all soon, and I am ready for a great summer! ROAR LIONS”
Brylee Hogan, Student Counselor
Hometown: Killen, AL
Major: Nursing
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I am involved in the LaGrange Society, the Delores and Weldon Cole Honors College, the Student Nursing Association, and more. Ask me anything!”
Krimsyn Jones, Student Counselor
Hometown: Muscle Shoals, AL
Major: Business Spanish
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I love music and reading. I spend most of my time with my friends. I'm an avid runner and love being outside!”
Sarah Lewis, Student Counselor
Hometown: New Market, AL
Major: Exercise Science
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I have made the best memories at UNA and can't wait to make some with you!”
Katie McAlister, Student Counselor
Hometown: Gadsden, AL
Major: Nursing
What advice do you have for new incoming students?
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Olivia Oliphant, Student Counselor
Hometown: Centre, AL
Major: Interior Architecture and Design
What advice do you have for new students?
“Live every minute to the fullest and try not to worry too much! It will all work out!”
Bricen Tapscott, Student Counselor
Hometown: Hartselle, AL
Major: Entertainment Industry
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“UNA has become a second home for me. I am very appreciative of the opportunities and memories this university has given me!”
Spencer Ann Tuggle, Student Counselor
Hometown: Oak Grove, AL
Major: Nursing
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"I want students to know that I am here for them and am in their corner. I can't wait to cheer them on and watch them grow at the greatest university!"
Nick Wilder, Student Counselor
Hometown: Columbia, TN
Major: Biology (Pre-Medicine)
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"I am involved in SGA, UNA's DND Club, and want to be a pediatrician."
Paisley Williams, Student Counselor
Hometown: Tupelo, MS
Major: Psychology
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I am an RA and am an Honors College mentor! A fact about me is that I love music and make up a song for every situation. I love UNA so much and am so excited to share my favorite place with everyone! ROAR LIONS”
Omarie Bartee, Family Counselor
Hometown: Harvest, AL
Major: Engineering Technology
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“My favorite thing about UNA is how close classes feel. Most of my professors know my name and it's great class experience.”
Keaton Chappell, Family Counselor
Hometown: West Point, AL
Major: Psychology
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"I love football, indie/folk music, experiencing new things, and meeting new people."
Kaylee Elliott, Family Counselor
Hometown: Arley, AL
Major: Communication Studies
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“Being a student at UNA has been one of my biggest blessings! I am excited for each of you to embark on this journey and am looking forward to meeting you all!”
Madison Hogan, Family Counselor
Hometown: Hueytown, AL
Major: Accounting
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
“I want incoming students to know that coming to UNA was the best decision I have ever made! I love everything about this school and the people here!"
Anna Carpenter, Support Staff
Hometown: Decatur, AL
Major: Secondary Math Education
What do you want incoming students to know about you?
"UNA is one of the best places on Earth! I would never give up the time I have spent here and am so excited to show a new group of students the best place ever."
Katie Stutts, Support Staff
Hometown: Florence, AL
Major: Psychology
What advice do you have for new students?
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Briley Wise, Support Staff
Hometown: Lester, AL
Major: Music Education
What is your favorite thing about UNA?
“My favorite thing about UNA is how inclusive our campus is! No matter who you are you will have a place here at UNA!”