Student Success Center
Whether you need help in the classroom, with your finances, with your career — anything — we can help by providing holistic support to maximize your strengths. We strive to help you understand how your strengths contribute to your academic, career, and personal well being. Student Success Advisors mentor and support you by providing academic advising, success coaching, and student support resources and opportunities. Connect with us and see how we can help you.
What can you expect from the Student Success Center?
Our advisors are experienced, caring, and interested in your health and opportunity. Here are just a few ways they help:
- support and coach students on campus.
- provide guidance on academic goals and plans.
- connect you to campus and community resources.
- guide you through non-academic challenges.
- are your biggest cheerleader as you work toward your academic and career goals!
Support Beyond the Classroom
Meet the Student Success Advisors
Dr. Justina Rogers
Education
- B.A. in Communication Studies and Political Science from University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Master’s degree in Student Affairs from Florida State University
- Doctor of Education in Higher Education Leadership and Policy from Vanderbilt University
Campus
White Bridge Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
Learning from our students and staff diverse perspectives and experiences!
Interests
Music and spending time with friends and family!
Contact
615-353-3656
Justina.Rogers@nscc.edu
Karina Camilo Davis
Education
A.S. in General Studies from Volunteer State Community College
Campus
White Bridge Campus
Interests
I love Latin music and other good-beat music too. Dance is a part of me. I enjoy reading
in both Spanish and English and I love traveling any time I can because I enjoy going
to different places around the world.
Contact
615-353-3655
Karina.Davis@nscc.edu
Nejib Adem
Education
- B.S. in International Relations
- M.A. in International Affairs with a concentration in Security and Peace Studies from Middle Tennessee State University
Campus
Southeast Campus
Interests
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, learning new cultures,
reading, writing short stories, watching documentary films, and following contemporary
world politics.
Contact
615-916-5845
Nejib.Adem@nscc.edu
Breanna Butler
Education
- B.S. in Public Health Education and Human Science at the Mississippi University for Women
- Master's of Education in Student Affairs in Higher Education and Leadership from the University of West Alabama
Campus
North Davidson Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The welcoming environment, hospitality, and friendly faces. The opportunities for
growth and evolving. And last, the students. It’s rewarding to be a part of a student’s
journey to success and guide them every step of the way.
Interests
I enjoy traveling, trying new adventures, cooking, and spending time with family and
friends.
Contact
931-296-1769
Jeralyn.Butler@nscc.edu
Raúl D. Colón Moreno
Education
- Attended University of Puerto Rico, Humacao
- M.A. in Physics from Vanderbilt University
Campus
White Bridge Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
Perseverance in exploring pathways for student success. The chance to meet students and learn about other careers. The warmth among peers. I get to keep learning!
Interests
I love going for long walks while listening to my favorite music genre, progressive
rock. I enjoy putting an assembly together for furniture, etc.
Contact
615-353-3333
Raul.ColonMoreno@nscc.edu
Fred Frazier
Education
- B.S. in Healthcare Management from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
- Served in US Navy for 20+ years before retiring as a Senior Chief Petty Officer.
Campus
White Bridge Campus
Interests
Fred enjoys cooking, the beach, church, and spending quality time with his family.
His personal Motto: "Your Dreams Won't Work Until You Do!"
Contact
615-353-3115
Fred.Frazier@nscc.edu
Jared Irvine
Education
- Business Degree from Lipscomb University
- Counseling Degree from Trevecca Nazarene University
Campus
Southeast Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The students! Each and every one of them! To walk alongside each student as they
make progress towards their academic and career goals is so much fun! I received
support as I worked through my degree, and being a supporter of others is something
I truly enjoy.
Interests
Keeping my family adventurous! Hiking, biking, kayaking, playing soccer, watching
soccer (Go Nashville SC!), and just being outside! Also, eating a good burrito!
Contact
615-916-5843
Jared.Irvine@nscc.edu
Dawne Moore
Education
- Associate of Science in General Studies
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Campus
Clarksville Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
Availability of extended campuses that meet the needs of a wide range of students,
both traditional and non-traditional. The implementation and continuation of the growth of resources for the diverse student
population. Social Media activities that engage students.
Interests
Reading, movies, music, and travel
Contact
931-472-3450 ext. 3553
Dawne.Moore@nscc.edu
DeAndrea Patterson
Education
B.S. in Social Sciences from Tennessee State University
Campus
Dickson and Humphreys County Campuses
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The diversity among faculty and staff, providing students with various resources and aids to help prevent any potential roadblocks
to ensure they can succeed, being a mentor, and being able to meet students where they are to develop a plan that
will lead to both academic and personal growth and development.
Interests
Tennessee Titans fan! I enjoy cooking and trying new foods, creating arts and crafts, spending time with my family, and making precious memories.
Contact
615-740-5998
DeAndrea.Patterson@nscc.edu
Brent Smith
Education
B.A. and M.A. in History
Campus
North Davidson Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The friendly environment, my co-workers, and the students!
Interests
Hiking, mixed martial arts, reading, running, traveling, and most of all, my son!
Contact
Brent.Smith@nscc.edu
Alissa Thacker
Education
- A.A. in English and an A.S. in Sociology from Nashville State ‘18
- B.A. in English and a B.S. in Philosophy and Religion from Austin Peay State University
- Currently pursuing an M.A. in English with a Linguistics concentration at APSU
Campus
Clarksville Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The diversity of the student population, small classroom sizes, high employee morale, and family-like campus culture.
Interests
Reading, writing, nature, music, and philosophy.
Contact
931-472-3450
Alissa.Thacker@nscc.edu
Ashney Williams
Education
- B.S. Graphic Communication Management from Murray State University
- M.S. Human Development and Leadership from Murray State University
Campus
White Bridge Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State
The welcoming environment and areas of opportunity for growth.
Interests
Running/gym time, cooking, spending time with family and friends, traveling.
Contact
931-353-3461
Ashney.Williams@nscc.edu
Renae Schurbon
Education
- B.S. Psychology from Iowa State University
- B.S. Child, Adult, and Family Services from Iowa State University
Southeast Campus
Favorite Thing About Nashville State:
The great teamwork that we have across departments and how hard we work for students.
Interests
Reading, walking, yoga, exploring Nashville, and cooking/baking.
Contact
615-916-5855
Renae.Schurbon@nscc.edu
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