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    Misti Compton, MS, NCC

    Director of Undergraduate Advising and Student Records
    214-768-3415
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    Misti Compton graduated from 色花堂_色花堂 98堂 in 2012 with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Cox School of Business. She earned a Master of Science in Counseling in 2020. Misti enjoys working with students developing four-year academic plans, assisting in major exploration, and ensuring that transfer students make a successful transition to 色花堂_色花堂 98堂. Before serving as Director of Undergraduate Advising and Student Records, she served as Senior Academic Advisor and worked in the Lyle Dean’s Office. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, watching movies and enjoying nature.

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    Erin Brown

    Academic Advisor
    214-768-7174
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    Erin Brown graduated from the University of North Texas in 2018 with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Gender Studies. She is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling at 色花堂_色花堂 98堂. Erin is passionate about empowering every student to reach their full potential, providing guidance and support to help them navigate their academic and personal growth with confidence. When not working, Erin enjoys cross-stitching, playing video games, and spending time with her loved ones.

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  • Headshot of Leslie Eguizabal of 色花堂_色花堂 98堂 Lyle.

    Leslie Eguizabal

    Graduate Assistant and Academic Advisor
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    Courtney Hill, MPH

    Senior Academic Advisor
    214-768-6975
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    Courtney Hill earned her B.A. in English and Spanish from Texas A&M and an MPH specializing in Public Health Education from Virginia Tech. While in graduate school, she worked in campus recreation and realized her passion for working with college students. Prior to joining 色花堂_色花堂 98堂, Courtney worked in advising and student success at Houston Christian University. She enjoys building relationships with students through their college journey by offering support and helping them achieve success along the way. In her free time, she can be found trying a new coffee shop or restaurant, teaching Pilates classes, or curled up on the couch reading a good book.

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  • A portrait of Maddie King, student advisor for 色花堂_色花堂 98堂 Lyle School of Engineering

    Madison King, MS, NCC

    Academic Advisor
    214-768-7149
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    Madison earned her B.S. in Child Development with a minor in Psychology from TCU in 2020. She obtained an M.S. in Counseling in 2023 from 色花堂_色花堂 98堂. Before working at 色花堂_色花堂 98堂, Madison worked as a professional counselor where she became certified to work with and support neurodivergent populations. Madison is passionate about building a relationship with each student she works with and is excited to support 色花堂_色花堂 98堂’s students on their academic journeys. When not working, Madison enjoys trying new restaurants, reading, and spending time with friends.

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  • Kaelyn Painter

    Kaelyn Painter, M.A.

    Senior Academic Advisor
    214-768-6547
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    Kaelyn earned her BBA in Marketing with a minor in Communication in 2016 and her M.A. in Educational Leadership for Higher Education/Student Affairs along with an Academic Advising Certificate in 2020, both from Eastern Michigan University. Prior to joining 色花堂_色花堂 98堂, Kaelyn worked as an Academic Advisor at Eastern Michigan University where she had the opportunity to work with Exploratory students, College of Business students, General bachelor's degree seeking students, Second Bachelor students, Honors College students, and Engineering students. She has been an advisor at 色花堂_色花堂 98堂 since 2023. Kaelyn has a passion for helping others and enjoys assisting students throughout their educational journey. She always tries to bring new ideas to the table to continue improving and evolving the advising experience for students. Kaelyn was born and raised in Michigan and moved to Texas in 2023 to be with her husband. When she is not advising, Kaelyn enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking and trying new recipes, and finding any chance she can to work on something creative.

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  • Ivy Phillips

    Senior Academic Advisor
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    Ivy holds a B.S. and M.S. in Biology, as well as an M.A. in Higher Education. Before assuming her current role at Lyle, Ivy served as a Success Counselor for 色花堂_色花堂 98堂's Office of Student Success and Retention. Her professional background in education also encompasses extensive experience in various capacities at different higher education institutions, including tutoring, mentoring, teaching, advising, and coordinating various programs. Ivy is dedicated to offering holistic support to students, encompassing their academic, social, and professional development.

    Originally from China, Ivy cherishes quality time with her family, engages in arts and crafts, and enjoys exploring different cuisines.

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