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Photo of Nolan Brunnworth at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Nolan Brunnworth
Finding a job takes hard work and determination – especially that first job right after college graduation. It's common for students to spend months in the job search process, and that’s why people like Nolan Brunnworth are valuable resources. His job at Southeast Missouri State University’s St. Louis Outreach office in Chesterfield, Mo., is two-fold: helping graduates find work, and helping companies find employees.

Photo of Brandi Brooks Brandi Brooks
As senior admissions counselor, Brandi Brooks jokes that it means she is the “old” counselor. However, don’t be fooled by the job title and her sense of humor. Brandi essentially acts as a “cheerleader” for Southeast, among many other things.

Photo of Jeff Lovett Jeff Lovett
Proper lighting, sound equipment and video work are all fundamental to a fine arts performance. That’s why Jeff Lovett, Southeast Missouri State University’s new technical director for the Holland School of Visual and Performing Arts, is essential to every department located at River Campus.

Photo of Mandy Henley Mandy Henley
For two years, Mandy Henley has been the publishing assistant for the Southeast Press. An alumni twice over earning both her bachelor and master of arts degrees in English, she is nearing a decade at Southeast, and is now is responsible for the same office in which she previously interned.

Photo of Danielle Alspaugh Danielle Alspaugh
Danielle Alspaugh is a Redhawk at heart and in action. She is in her ninth year at Southeast. After completing both her bachelor of science and master of arts degrees here, she decided to stay at Southeast to assume the role of associate director of admission for operations as well as coach of the Southeast Sundancers.

Photo of Oliver Groseclose Oliver Groseclose
Oliver Groseclose, affectionately nicknamed “Ollie,” has worked steadily at the University’s Power Plant as a plant operative repairman since April 1, 1961, making him the longest-working employee at Southeast Missouri State University.

Photo of Lenell Hahn Lenell Hahn
An admissions web counselor in the Office of Admissions at Southeast, Lenell Hahn says her job is never boring. On any given day, Lenell will visit high schools in the area, including Cape Central, Notre Dame, Jackson and Saxony Lutheran, to inform students of the outstanding opportunities Southeast has to offer.

Photo of Julie Grueneberg Julie Grueneberg
All students dream of the day Julie Grueneberg will watch them walk across a stage, whether they realize it or not. As assistant registrar for graduation, Julie is responsible for determining who is eligible for graduation. An advocate for helping students graduate since 1989, Julie has assisted over 20,000 students in her years at Southeast as the assistant registrar for graduation. With so many varied odd jobs involved with her position, Julie’s life is never boring, and she has a knack for getting things done creatively.

Photo of Mishea Culbreath. Mishea Culbreath
Trying to decide on a major can be one of the most challenge experiences for today’s college student. Mishea Culbreath, advising coordinator for the Harrison College of Business, is in the business of guiding students towards admission into the College.

Photo of Judy Buck Judy Buck
“Success is helping others be successful,” said Judy Buck, director of Sikeston Area Higher Education Center (SAHEC) in Sikeston, Mo. This is a motto she lives by each day when she walks into her office. Judy says the ability to help students overcome obstacles so they can continue to move forward with their education provides the greatest satisfaction and feeling of success.

Photo of Amanda Eller Amanda Eller
“I enjoy when I can help students find a major that fits their career goals and interests,” Amanda Eller says. “It is very satisfying to help a student work through making the important and sometimes difficult decisions concerning their college education, and after they make the decision, it is one they are happy with.”

Photo of Marsha Blanchard Marsha Blanchard
Marsha is fulfilling her dreams and goals by being able to impact the community she lives in. “Having the opportunity to earn a University degree in a rural area such as Kennett makes so much difference in so many lives,” Marsha said. “I get to be involved and watch this close up on a daily basis. It is very satisfying at the end of the day!”

Photo of Gretchen Weber Gretchen Weber
As Assistant Director for Operations Gretchen supervises the student employee staff, oversees operation of the Information Desk and ID Services, supervises University Scheduling, works with Chartwell's to maintain the food production equipment and coordinates maintenance of the University Center with Facilities Management. Additionally, she coordinates summer camps and conferences for the University and works with the rest of the University Center staff to provide programming, services and spaces for the University community.

Photo of Dana Daniel Dana Daniel
Every college freshman can attest to the difficulties of deciding on a major. Dana Daniel, coordinator of academic advising for the School of University Studies and Academic Information Services at Southeast Missouri State University is there to lend a helping hand. Dana began working as an academic advisor in 2002 and oversees academic advising for undeclared students who are assigned to the University Studies Advising Center (USAC).



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