Tanya serves as the Director of TRIO Student Support Services, where she takes pride in fostering growth and collaboration while seeking effective and efficient solutions. Her extensive professional career in higher education encompasses a wide range of experience, from research and evaluation to strategic operations. As a first-generation college graduate, Tanya considers it a privilege to have the opportunity to serve students in a meaningful and impactful way, ensuring they have the resources needed to achieve their short and long-term goals.

Tanya hails from New Orleans, LA, where she received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees (Xavier and Tulane, respectively) and loves sharing her favorite NOLA dishes with friends and family.  

Fun Facts about Tanya 

Her favorite things to do include journaling, listening to live music, trying new foods and restaurants, and supporting her daughters’ performing arts endeavors. 

Clifton Strengths: Communicator, Connector, Strategic, Responsible, Relator