Education & Affiliations
B.S. in Business Administration, William Carey University, 2011
Master of Business Administration, William Carey University, 2012
PhD in Higher Education Administration, The University of Southern Mississippi, 2018

Biography
Tanya (she/her) was born and raised in Zimbabwe. She came to the United States in 2007 to pursue her college education. She earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Business Administration from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, MS. She credits her undergraduate and graduate work in Housing and Residence Life with igniting her passion for working with college students. Tanya earned her PhD in Higher Education Administration at The University of Southern Mississippi in 2018.  

Tanya has extensive experience in different areas of higher education including student success, student life, success coaching, peer mentoring, leadership development, and international student affairs. Tanya believes that a sense of belonging is vital to students' academic experiences and success. She strives to create spaces for students to feel confident to show up as their authentic selves, thrive, and connect with a network of peers. She is an advocate of equitable access to academic resources and experiences and removing barriers to ensure all students can have the academic experience they desire. In addition to serving as CAE’s Director, Tanya is also a subcommittee co-chair on the President’s Commission on Race, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion.

Tanya is an avid foodie, and she enjoys trying new restaurants often or cooking new recipes. She is also a dedicated fan of the New Orleans Saints and enjoys traveling, documentaries, and festivals.