Chairperson

Molly Moody currently serves the College of Science and Mathematics nursing student population at Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) as an Academic Advisor. She has spent many years in student engagement programming. Since obtaining her Master in Education, Higher Education Student Affairs from the University of North Texas in 2012, she has spent time at Texas Woman’s University, the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and settled back home at SFA. She has a deep passion for first-year students and building programs to continue to support and enhance their collegiate experience. Collaboration and innovation are music to her ears. She would love to connect with you and looks forward to the adventure ahead in service to TEXAAN and the East Region.

Chair Elect

Patricia Smith is an accomplished senior executive with extensive experience in organizational management. Currently, she serves as the University Transformation Officer at Jarvis Christian University. In this executive cabinet role, Patricia is responsible for harnessing organizational change to drive new growth, spearheading growth initiatives, and facilitating change management. Additionally, she fulfills the role of Online Advisor, providing guidance and support to online students. Previously, Ms. Smith held a position in the executive cabinet of the Proviso Township High School District 209 in Forest Park, IL. In this capacity, she oversaw public relations and communications, led the district's COVID-19 response, managed special projects, and coordinated key committees. With a solid track record in both domestic and global corporate environments, Ms. Smith served as the Vice President of Government Travel at HotelPlanner.com. In this role, she spearheaded strategic leadership initiatives, branding excellence, and effective relationship management, positioning HotelPlanner.com as a preferred service provider for government travel management. Ms. Smith's educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality. Currently, she is pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration. Residing in Houston, Texas, with her husband, Patricia is the proud parent of three adult children..

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