Student Life

MEDICAL STUDENT AFFAIRS

At the Office of Medical Student Affairs, we strive to create a culture that supports the well-being and development of our students. We are an effective and responsive group of professionals that work collaboratively to ensure students' academic and career success.

Through a range of programs and services, we aim to educate and empower our students to achieve their personal, educational, and career goals. Our services are designed to enhance the intellectual experience, foster career planning, promote well-being, stimulate professional growth, offer leadership opportunities, and encourage a commitment to diversity. Our goal is to create a supportive environment that helps our students thrive. 

For More Information, Contact:

Tess Johnson, Ed.D., Director of Medical Student Affairs

tess.johnson@shsu.edu | 936.202.5255

Amber Sechelski, Ed.D., Associate Director of Medical Student Affairs

amber.sechelski@shsu.edu | 936.202.5258

Brent Mowdy, M.A., Learning Specialist 

bdm048@shsu.edu | 936.202.5285

Nikea D. Vernardo, M.Ed., MSPE Career Specialist

nikea.vernardo@shsu.edu | 936.202.5260 | Schedule an appointment

STUDENT AFFAIRS

As your Student Affairs Specialists, we serve as a bridge between the College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Division of Student Affairs supporting the holistic well-being of our medical students to achieve their goals by providing services that complement their academic experiences.

For More Information, Contact:

Lara Patterson lpatterson@shsu.edu | 936.202.5259 | EMSTAT, Suite 110F

Shandilynne Holley sch033@shsu.edu  | 936.202.5273 | EMSTAT, Suite 110E

Cenaiyda Carranza ccarranza@shsu.edu | 936.202.5247 | EMSTAT, Suite 110D

LIBRARY RESOURCES

The College Library supports the learning and research needs of students in the DO program by providing access to a wide variety of medical resources, including databases, eBooks, and digital Resource and Research Guides.  A medical librarian is also on-campus to assist students in research activities, like selecting sources, finding evidence, managing references, and more.  Students also have access to the print and digital collections, and services available from the University Library located in Huntsville, Texas.

For More Information, Contact:

Christina M. Seeger, CPhT, MLS, AHIP, Medical Librarian, Clinical Assistant Professor

seeger@shsu.edu | 936-202-5334