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Academic Advising

Liberty University Online’s Academic Advising department wants you to know that we are here for you. Earning your degree may present challenges and raise some questions, but Academic Advising will be there with you all the way to the finish line.  As a liaison for you and the other university departments, Advisors are here to answer your questions, ease your concerns, and help you stay on track.

It would be our privilege to answer your call.  We would love to encourage you as you move forward earning your degree.

Meet your lead Academic Advisors:

Business - Jonathan Fetterman
Counseling - Ivette Guard
Education - Andrew Charron
General Studies - Jorshe Joseph
Military Students (undergrad) - Samone Brown
  Nursing - Nicole Stickl
Psychology - Anneke Darling
Religion - Ian Smith
Seminary - Donald Small

Business Lead Advisor - Jon FettermanJonathan Fetterman
Lead Advisor - Business
busi@liberty.edu (undergraduate)
 gradbusi@liberty.edu (graduate)

Degree: B.S. in Business Finance
Hometown: Milton, PA

Jon has worked for a year and a half in Academic Advising. Prior to joining LUO, Jon worked for Wal-Mart for four years, a year of which he held the position of Assistant Manager. Jon graduated in May 2012 with his Bachelor of Science: Business Finance and he plans on starting a Graduate Business degree in the Spring of 2013. 

 

Counseling Lead Advisor - Ivette GuardIvette Guard
Lead Advisor - Counseling
coun@liberty.edu

Degree: A.A. in Business Management; B.S. in Business Administration
Hometown: Democratic Republic of Congo

I was at a point in my life where I was trying to decide where to attend graduate school.  My little brother suggested Liberty University, and I decided to take his advice! As I am a student myself, I love being able to help students reach their academic goals, and being able to offer genuine encouragement.

Education Lead Advisor - Andrew CharronAndrew Charron
Lead Advisor - Education
educ@liberty.edu

Hometown:  Johnstown, OH

I came to Liberty in 2005 and have been in love with the area and Liberty ever since.  I have a big passion for growing and teaching educators, training good communicators and seeing people succeed.  I love the opportunities to help students and my colleagues, knowing the opportunity they have to reach others!

 

Undergraduate General Studies Lead Advisor - Jorshe JosephJorshe Joseph
Lead Advisor - Undergraduate General Studies
uggen@liberty.edu

Degree: B.S. in Religions: Biblical Studies, with a minor in Youth Ministry
Hometown: Sterling, VA

I came to Liberty University in 2007 to start my undergraduate degree.  I immediately fell in love with the campus, the culture and the city.  I graduated in 2011 and began working at Liberty University Online.  I am currently working on my Masters in Professional Counseling.  There is no other school that genuinely cares about people in the same capacity that Liberty does.  I love investing in our student’s lives and encouraging them towards reaching their academic goals.  I also love working with a great team of advisors who care about their students.

Military Students Lead Advisor - Samone BrownSamone Brown
Lead Advisor - Undergraduate Military Students
mil@liberty.edu

Degree: BS in Family & Child Development
Hometown: Sherman Oaks, California

I came to Liberty University in 2006 to pursue my undergraduate degree, and was blessed enough to meet my husband as well. Having married into a military family, I have developed a love and passion for military personnel. I enjoy being able to assist our students in their pursuit to achieve their academic dreams and goals. I am currently working on a Master of Arts in Human Services, and would love to one day use those skills as a Family Resource Officer for military families. Working as an Academic Advisor has allowed me to serve those who serve our country, and it is has truly been wonderful experience.

 

Nicole SticklNursing Lead Advisor - Nicole Stickl
Lead Advisor - Nursing
 rnbsn@liberty.edu
 
msn@liberty.edu

Degree: A.A. Professional Medical Assisting
Hometown: Buffalo, NY

I came to Lynchburg and began working at Liberty University in 2011. Having studied in the medical field, I love the opportunity of assisting Nurses reach their personal, professional and academic goals. I also have the privilege of working alongside fellow advisors in an effort to support them as they serve our students.

Ashley KellyAnneke Darling
Lead Advisor - Psychology
psyc@liberty.edu

Degree: BA: International Relations—Strategic Intelligence
Hometown: Perry, MI

I have had the privilege of being a part of the Liberty Family since 2006 when I walked on Campus as a residential undergraduate student. As an Academic Advisor I enjoy enabling students to achieve their goals. I am thankful for the impact the Liberty Community has had on my life and look forward to serving you.

 

Ian SmithIan Smith
Lead Advisor - Undergraduate Religion
ugrelig@liberty.edu

Degree: B.S. in Religion: Biblical Studies; M.A. Theological Studies; Master of Religious Education
Hometown: Colonial Heights, VA

I have been working for Liberty University Online for five years as an Academic Advisor. I married my wife, Tricia, six years ago. We have two great little boys, Eli and Connor. What I love about my job is the interaction between students and helping them achieve their academic goals.

Donald SmallDonald Small
Lead Advisor - Seminary
semi@liberty.edu

Degree: B.S. in Biblical Studies; M.Div. in Pastoral Preaching
Hometown: Lynchburg, VA

I came to Liberty with the expressed intent of going into ministry and wanted a school that also had a seminary. As an Academic Advisor, I assist students with any academic questions that they may have and try to help them to best of my ability so that they may achieve academic success.

   
     

 

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