Allison Manning – College Life Coach

Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Florida Southern College), Master of Education in Higher Education Administration (North Carolina State University)

Professional Achievements: Created processes and procedures for student organizations and departments for online student engagement system, managed migration process to new system (Florida Southern College); Planned and implemented first off-campus sorority recruitment, started preparation for transition back to deferred spring primary recruitment (Florida Southern College); Presented at two OrgSync Connect conference (2015, 2016); Served on Kappa Delta Sorority’s National Leadership Team as Chapter Accounting Specialist

Favorite quote: “You can’t draw water from an empty well.” – Emily Ley and “The battle for our hearts is fought on the pages of our calendar.” – Bob Goff

Favorite place in Tallahassee: I love visiting Tallahassee’s playgrounds (like at Tom Brown Park) or the splash pad (at Cascades Park) to play with my daughters!

Favorite aspect of coaching: Getting to know students and finding out their passions and what drives them

Advice to Students: 1. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. 2. Communication is key. 3. Find ways to invest in yourself.