Staff page

Name: Cheryl McWilliams Lee
Title: Director
Email: cm16@txstate.edu
Hometown: San Marcos, TX
Alma Mater: San Marcos High School
Major/Degree: Bachelor of Science in Education; Master of Business Administration

Three Things you Love about Texas State:
*The beautiful campus.
*The university employs faculty and staff who are dedicated to student success.
*There are so many wonderful things to experience at Texas State, whether in class or by attending campus events/activities. Bobcat Country is a great place to be!

Favorite Texas State Tradition:
The lighting of the Victory Star after a win.

What advice do you have for Student Success?
Develop a good study regimen:
* Complete reading assignments prior to class discussion.
* Take good notes and review notes after class.
* Study a minimum of 2 hours for every hour you’re in class each week.
* Start studying for exams 5 days prior to the exam.
* Use a planner to keep up with exams and assignment due dates.
* Reward yourself for your successes and for sticking to the regimen by doing something fun.

Hobbies and Interest:
My hobbies are playing the piano, singing, reading and listening to music.

Name: April S. Barnes
Title: Grant Coordinator
Email: ab47@txstate.edu
Hometown: Longview, TX
Alma Mater: Longview High School (Go LOBOS!!!)
Major/Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication/Public Relations

Three Things you Love about Texas State:
* Everyone is very friendly!
* The campus is beautiful and the central location of San Marcos
* Faculty and Staff shown genuine interest in students

Favorite Texas State Tradition:
I love the “Free Speech” Zone! You never know what you are going experience when you walk through.

What advice do you have for student success?
* Find a good balance between your academic and social life
* Remember that studying comes firs
* Join a student organization
* Use the resources available to you on campus
* Ask for help! That is what we are here for
* Work hard! Play hard!

Hobbies and Interests:
I enjoy cooking, the theatre, movies, and the outdoors.

Name: Betsy E. Haddad
Title: Grant Specialist
Email: ee16@txstate.edu
Hometown: El Paso, Texas
Alma Mater: Coronado High School (PRIDE OF THE WESTSIDE!)
Major/Degree: Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Minor in English (SHSU, 2005) & Master of Education in Counseling & Guidance/Student Affairs (Texas State, 2008)

Three Things you Love about Texas State:
*The layout of campus – the buildings and the landscapes. Texas State campus is the most beautiful college campus in Texas! Old Main is truly a landmark on this campus. The river and Sewell Park truly add a unique characteristic to our campus that many other campuses in Texas have to compete with.
*The friendly people on campus. It’s been a home away from home for me and I know Bobcats feel this way, too!

* We are THE RISING STAR OF TEXAS!

Favorite Texas State Tradition:
The Texas State vs. Sam Houston football game at the end of every season – it’s a great game to watch and, for me, I get to cheer for both teams!

What advice do you have for Student Success?
* Don't be afraid to ask questions. If you don’t ask, then we can’t help and that is our job.
* Make the most of living on campus and being on campus!
* Look for a part time job on campus – check out Jobs4Cats
* Get involved with student organizations – check out CASO
* Form study groups in your classes
* Seek out all the available and FREE resources for you to use on campus
* And believe in yourself – you can do this!

Hobbies and Interests:
I like to bake, travel, scrapbook, spend time with my friends and family.

Name:Luisa G. Garza
Title: Sr. Grant Secretary
Email: lg06@txstate.edu
Hometown: San Marcos, TX

Three Things you Love about Texas State:
* The atmosphere
* Student Support Services
* Helping Students

Favorite Texas State Tradition:
Homecoming

What advice do you have for Student Success?
*Stay motivated on school
*Remember the reason you are here and how important it is for you.

Hobbies and Interest:
Crochet, Going to the movies, and spending time with my grandkids.