A-State University College

A huge thank you to Dean Nesbitt for hosting Coffee & Donuts with the Dean in celebration of UC Staff Appreciation! ☕🍩

The iced coffee bar was definitely a crowd favorite, and the fellowship, laughter, and appreciation made the event even sweeter. We are grateful for leadership that takes the time to celebrate and pour into the incredible staff who help make student success possible every day.

Here’s to a team that keeps showing up, supporting students, and making a difference! ❤️🖤

Please join us in congratulating our very own University College staff on their well-deserved recognitions at the 2026 Distinguished Performance Awards! 🎉

🏆 Enhancing the Student Experience Award
Joy Williams – Academic Coach, Transition Studies

🏅 Chancellor’s Medal of Honor for Staff Excellence
Andrew Bearden – Academic Advisor, ECS

👏 We would also like to recognize the outstanding leadership of Dr. Pamela Henderson, who faithfully serves as President of Staff Senate.

🎖️ A special congratulations to Dr. Melissa Jackson on being recognized for 20 years of dedicated service to A-State.

Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success continue to make a lasting impact across our campus. University College is proud to celebrate each of you! ❤️🖤

Congratulations to our very own Cassaundra McCauley for being selected to the Summer Teaching Institute.

Congratulations to our very own Dean Nikesha Nesbitt on being honored at the Faculty Research Awards! 🎉

Her dedication to student success continues to make a lasting impact, and securing over $300,000 in grant funding is a powerful testament to her vision and leadership. Because of her work, more students will have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.

We celebrate you, Dean Nesbitt, and the difference you’re making every day!

University College didn't just show up, we came in hot 🔥🔥🔥 at the 2026 Convocation of Scholars Awards! Excellence was on full display and our students made it clear...sUCcess lives here.

Today, we welcomed future Red Wolves as they explored opportunities, connected with campus and imagined what their journey could look like.

We are thrilled to celebrate Annie Everett on earning her Doctoral Degree in Social Work! Her dedication, hard work and commitment to making a difference in the lives of others is truly inspiring. We are proud to have her as part of the UC family and celebrate this outstanding achievement.

Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

Congratulations to all the UC graduates 🎓 💫 Your hard work, resilience and dedication have paid off. This milestone is just the beginning of what’s ahead. Go out and make your mark on the world, we will be cheering every step of the way.

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