Student Success

Welcome to Student Success at FSU!

Virtual Advisor

Student Success at Fayetteville State University brings together a network of support offices committed to helping students persist, thrive, and graduate in four years. Through a holistic approach, we address the academic, personal, and procedural challenges that impact student progress.

Whether you’re looking for academic support, life skills development, help navigating university processes, or pathways to graduate school—especially as a first-generation or low-income student—we’re here to support your journey.

At FSU, your success is our mission. Let us help you achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals as a proud Bronco!


Student Success Units

Student Success Learning Center

The Learning Center

Visit us for your academic success needs like tutoring, writing center lab, math lab, academic success coordinators, peer coaches, and supplemental instruction support, and a community of support for students with disabilities.
Visit The Learning Center
TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO SSS

Visit us for academic support services and activities that enhance academic skills to improve retention and graduation rates for first generation students, modest-income students, and/or students with disabilities.
Visit TRIO Student Support Services
TRIO SSS-STEM

TRIO SSS-STEM

Visit TRIO SSS-STEM if you are a FSU student majoring in science, technology, engineering, math, or health sciences. Our program helps you to recognize and develop your academic skills and career pathway to success.
Visit TRIO SSS-STEM
TRIO SSS-Veterans

TRIO SSS-Veterans

Visit TRIO Student Support Services – Veterans for personalized academic and career support. Our program helps veteran students build strengths, develop skills, and create a clear path to success through coaching, career exploration, and financial guidance.
Visit TRIO SSS-Veterans
Retention

Retention

Visit us to improve your academic standing from probation, SAP Appeals, to withdraw from a course, withdrawal from the university, or re-enrolling at the university.
Visit Retention
Second Year Experience

Second Year Experience

Visit us for academic support and personal development in your Second year (30-60 credit hours) of college courses.
Visit Second Year Experience
Third & Fourth Year Experience

Third & Fourth Year Experience

Visit us for academic support and personal development in your Third (60-90 credit hours) and Fourth (90 or more credit hours) year of college courses.
Visit Third & Fourth Year Experience
Testing and Assessment Services

Testing and Assessment Services

Visit the Testing and Assessment Services. We're here to support your academic and personal growth with a welcoming space for entrance exams, certifications, and more—helping you move forward every step of the way.
Visit Testing and Assessment Services
College Access Programs

College Access Programs

Visit us for your academic support and personal development as a first-generation or low-income student, or for pathways to college for middle school, and high school students.
Visit College Access Programs



Student Success Initiatives

CliftonStrengths

CliftonStrenghts

Visit us if you're interested in unlocking your potential and the tools to thrive as a Bronco. CliftonStrengths helps students discover their unique talents and use what they do best to build confidence, strengthen leadership skills, and learn how to work effectively with others.
Learn About CliftonStrenghts
Go2Knowledge

Go2Knowledge

Whether you're looking to grow professionally or personally, Go2Knowledge offers on-demand access to expert-led trainings designed to help you succeed. Explore topics that build your confidence, enhance your leadership abilities, and equip you with practical tools to thrive as a Bronco—on campus and beyond.
Learn About Go2Knowledge
Phi Eta Sigma

Phi Eta Sigma

Whether you’re striving for academic excellence, leadership growth, or community impact, Phi Eta Sigma empowers you to reach new heights. As a member of this prestigious honor society, you’ll join a community of scholars dedicated to learning, service, and success. Build lifelong connections, develop your leadership potential, and celebrate your achievements as you continue to embody the Bronco spirit.
Learn About Phi Eta Sigma
Meet the Team Leads
Tavoria Freeman
Tavoria Freeman Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Success
twax@uncfsu.edu
Erica Bradford
Erica Bradford Executive Director of Learning Center
ebradfor@uncfsu.edu
Alvis Moore
Alvis Moore Director of University Testing
almoore@uncfsu.edu
LaKeisha Payton
LaKeisha Payton Director of TRIO Student Support Services
lpayton1@uncfsu.edu
Shawnta Cummings
Shawnta Cummings Director TRIO Student Support Services-STEM
smcummings@uncfsu.edu
Wrenn Crowe
Wrenn Crowe Lead Advisor/Retention Counselor
wcrowe@uncfsu.edu
Christopher Foster
Christopher Foster Second Year Experience Coordinator
cfoster14@uncfsu.edu
Vacant Position
Vacant Lead Student Success Coordinator, Third and Fourth Year Experience
Melody Cole
Melody Cole Executive Director of Office of College Access Programs
mcole4@uncfsu.edu
Meet the Teams

The Learning Center

Erica Bradford
Erica Bradford Executive Director of Learning Center
ebradfor@uncfsu.edu
Joicelyn Clay
Joicelyn Clay Program Assistant
jclay4@uncfsu.edu
Greg Simon
Greg Simon Lead Academic Support Coordinator
gsimon1@uncfsu.edu
Jason Carnes
Jason Carnes Academic Success Coach
jcarnes@uncfsu.edu
Jordan Galloway
Jordan Galloway Learning Specialist
jquick4@uncfsu.edu

The Testing Center

Alvis Moore
Alvis Moore Director of University Testing
almoore@uncfsu.edu
Mark Dohrmann
Mark Dohrmann Administrative Support Associate
mdohrman@uncfsu.edu
Dereck Steele
Dereck Steele University Program Associate
dsteele@uncfsu.edu

TRIO Student Support Services

LaKeisha Payton
LaKeisha Payton Director
lpayton1@uncfsu.edu
Tammy Gibson-Lee
Tammy Gibson-Lee Administrative Support Associate
tgibson@uncfsu.edu
Majeste Graves
Majeste Graves Retention Specialist
mgraves3@uncfsu.edu
Chalon Robinson
Chalon Robinson Academic Coach
crobinson7@uncfsu.edu

TRIO Student Support Services-STEM

Shawnta Cummings
Shawnta Cummings Director
smcummings@uncfsu.edu
Vacant position
Vacant Academic Coach

Second Year Experience

Christopher Foster
Christopher Foster Second Year Experience Coordinator
Cfoster14@uncfsu.edu
Vacant position
Keayon Thomas Lead Advisor/Retention Specialist
kthomas25@uncfsu.edu
Wendy Hyland
Wendy Hyland Retention Counselor
whyland@uncfsu.edu
Khalil Younger
Khalil Younger Student Success Coach
kyounger@uncfsu.edu
Meghan Castillo
Meghan Castillo Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Meghan
Madison Granderson
Madison Granderson Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Madison
Mariah Bishop
Mariah Bishop Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Mariah
Selma Kenan
Selma Kenan Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Selma
Ariauna Chandler
Ariauna Chandler Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Ariauna
Ivanay Louis
Ivanay Louis Sophomore Support Squad - Peer Coach
Email Ivanay

Third and Fourth Year Experience

Vacant Position
Vacant Lead Student Success Coordinator 
Vacant Position
Jordan Lavengood Student Success Coordinator
jlavengood1@uncfsu.edu
Jordan Houston-Taylor
Jordan Houston-Taylor Graduation Navigator
jhoustontaylor@uncfsu.edu
Schedule an Appointment
Vacant
William Oliphant Graduation Navigator
wdoliphant01@uncfsu.edu
Maysoon Odeh
Maysoon Odeh Student Success Coach
modeh@uncfsu.edu
Wrenn Crowe
Wrenn Crowe Lead Advisor/Retention Counselor
wcrowe@uncfsu.edu
Annette Umerah
Annette Umerah Lead Advisor/Retention Counselor
arumerah@uncfsu.edu

The Office of College Access Programs

Melody Cole
Melody Cole Executive Director
mcole4@uncfsu.edu
Tameka Warren-Busbee
Tameka Warren-Busbee Administrative Support Specialist
twarrenbusbee@uncfsu.edu
Tyana Thorne
Tyana Thorne Lead College Mentor
tthorne1@uncfsu.edu
Angelita McAlister
Angelita McAlister Academic Advisor
amcalist@uncfsu.edu
Kierrah Keaton
Kierrah Keaton Academic Advisor
kkeaton@uncfsu.edu
Tatyana Russell
Tatyana Russell Academic Advisor
trussel9@uncfsu.edu
Emergency Resources for Enrolled Students

Broncos Helping Broncos Student Emergency Fund

The Broncos Helping Broncos Student Emergency Fund is an emergency aid assistance program aimed to assist students who are affected by extreme hardships or needs.

Fayetteville State University Food Resource Pantry

All enrolled students have access to the University’s Food Resource Pantry which offers canned goods, non-perishable, and personal hygiene items.