Staff
Becca Hubbard
Director, Retention and Student Success
hubbard@lsu.edu
Hometown: Conyers, Georgia
Degrees: Bachelor of Science and Education, University of Georgia; Master of Education,University of Georgia
Baton Rouge Recommendation: Greater Beulah Baptist Church and Ruffino’s Restaurant
Interesting Fact About Me: I played college basketball for 2 years
Three Words that Describe Me: Driven, Student-Centered, Helpful
Favorite Spot on Campus: Alex Box Stadium
Jennifer Picard
Associate Director, Retention and Student Success
jpicard@lsu.edu
Hometown: Perrysburg, Ohio
Degree(s): Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Visual Arts, Otterbein University
Master of Science in Clinical Psychology, Emporia State University
(And I’m a current PhD Candidate in Higher Educational Leadership, Indiana State University)
Baton Rouge recommendation: Ruby Slipper
Something interesting about me: I have twirled fire and knives.
Three words that describe myself: Creative, collaborative, and authentic
Favorite spot on campus: Greek Theatre
Meridia Sanders
Associate Director, Transition and Student Success
meridiaSanders@lsu.edu
Hometown: High Point, NC
Degree(s): Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Western Carolina University; Master of Arts in Student Affairs in Higher Education, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania; current Ph.D. student in the Leadership & Human Resource Development Program at LSU
Baton Rouge recommendation: University Lakes for exercise and Curbside for burgers
Something interesting about me: I am a nationally certified group fitness instructor and l love running half marathons.
Three words that describe myself: Authentic, Tenacious, Open-Minded
Favorite spot on campus: Mike’s Habitat and the Greek Amphitheater
Karen Carriere
Athletic Certification Manager, Retention & Student Success
carriere1@lsu.edu
Hometown: Elton, LA
Degree(s): BS in Agriculture Economics and MS in Human Resource Education
Baton Rouge recommendation: The Chimes
Something interesting about me: I grew up on a rice and crawfish farm, learned to drive a tractor at 11.
Three words that describe myself: Dedicated, Hardworking, Proficient
Favorite spot on campus: LSU Dairy Store – I worked there as a student.
Terondrick Waller
Assistant Director, Transition and Student Success
Hometown: Gulfport, Mississippi
Degree(s): BS in Interdisciplinary Studies, minor in Biological Sciences & Chemistry, University of Southern Mississippi; Masters of Education in Counseling & Personnel Services with a concentration in College Student Personnel
Baton Rouge recommendation: Roul's Deli
Something interesting about me: I was a member of the marching band for 4 years and did Winter Guard Indoor (WGI) drumline.
Three words that describe myself: Passionate, Empathetic, Purpose-Driven
Favorite spot on campus: Mike the Tiger's Habitat
Valori Washington
Assistant Director, Retention and Student Success
vwashington@lsu.edu
Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Degrees: Bachelor of Art in Theology; minor in Biology, Xavier University; Master of Art in Education with an emphasis in Higher Education & Student Affairs and a Certification in Urban & Community Education, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge Recommendation: The Blue Store, Olive or Twist, and Fleming’s in Towne Center
Interesting Fact About Me: I LOVE art and culture
Three Words that Describe Me: Goal-oriented, Funny, Passionate
Favorite Spots on Campus: Mike the Tiger’s Habitat and Starbucks in the Bookstore
Ayana Mitchell
Retention Specialist, Retention and Student Success
amitch63@lsu.edu
Hometown: Conyers, GA
Degree(s): Interdisciplinary Studies; Minors: Communications, Sports Administration, & Leadership, Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge recommendation: Blue Store & Insomnia Cookies
Something interesting about me: I am a former LSU Women’s Basketball player
Three words that describe myself: Passionate, Dedicated, Selfless
Favorite spot on campus: LSU basketball gym