Presidential Data Analytics Fellows
The Presidential Data Analytics Fellows program is an innovative, year-long initiative tailored for mid-level administrators and staff at Louisiana State University that aims to empower them with data analytics skills to enhance decision-making processes. Hosted by the Office of Data and Strategic Analytics, this comprehensive program offers professional development and training in data analytics within higher education. The Presidential Data Analytics Fellows will:
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Enhance their strategic decision-making capabilities
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Act as ambassadors within their respective units, promoting a culture that values data-informed strategies
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Collaborate across departments and administrative units to break down silos and drive university-wide improvement
2024-2025 Presidential Data Analytics Fellows

Kaylee Aulds
Operations Manager
Parking & Transportation Services

Michael Blandino
Assistant Dean
Ogden Honors College

Bernie Braun
Director of Institutional Research
Data & Strategic Analytics

Steven Brouillette
Institutional Research Analyst
Data & Strategic Analytics

Bryan Buckner
Director of Enrollment Management Systems & Data Analytics
Enrollment & Student Success

Karlee Burleson
Library Director
School of Veterinary Medicine

Roberto Champney
Director of Data Processing & Strategic Analytics
College of Engineering

Michael Climek
Director of Community Sentiment Tracking
Communications & University Relations

Leah Courville
Assistant Dean
College of the Coast & Environment

McKinzie Craig
Assistant Director of Career Services
Paul M. Hebert Law Center

Josh Finch
Director of Campus Life
Student Affairs

Margaret Finch
Program Manager for Academic Programs
Academic Affairs

Jessica Glasgow
Associate Director
Olinde Career Center

Chelsey Gonzales
Director of Industry Engagement
Foundation

Robert Hatfield
Data Manager
Manship School of Mass Communication

Crystal Hebert
Internal Auditor 3
Internal Audit

Michael Henderson
Director
Information Technology Services

Rachel Herrington
Assistant Director of Finance & Administration for Auxiliary
Auxiliary Services

Lesa Jeansonne
Associate Director of Institutional Research
Data & Strategic Analytics

Jarrett Keller
Associate Director
Facility and Property Oversight

Dorothy Kemp
Director of Educational Support Services
Academic Center for Student Athletes

Vickie King
Associate Director of Analytics
College of Human Sciences & Education

Ian Ledo
Project Coordinator
Facility and Property Oversight

Tiffany Mason
Risk Management Analyst III
Risk Management

Gabe Merville
Director of Analytics, Strategy, & Revenue Integration
Athletics

Kristy Neal
Director of Data Management
Data & Strategic Analytics

Patrick Newcomb
Director of Program Research & Analytics
Online & Continuing Education

Julie Perkins
Director of Research Engagement
Research & Economic Development

Jordan Pittman
Director of Institutional Engagement & Partnership
Engagement, Civil Rights, & Title IX

Pamela Prince
Business Solutions Manager
Sponsored Program Accounting

Jayson Santos
Title IX Investigator
Engagement, Civil Rights, & Title IX

Lindsey Saunders
Senior HRIS Analyst
Human Resource Management

Gretchen Stein
Assistant Dean of Research Development & Operations
College of Science

Rebecca Trahan
Associate Director
Sponsored Programs

Douglas Waddell
Assistant Dean
Human Sciences & Education

Ryan Waits
Assistant Registrar
Paul M. Hebert Law Center

Stephen Walczak
Strategic Sourcing Manager
Procurement

Valori Washington
Associate Director of Program Management
Online & Continuing Education

Dayton White
Assistant Dean of Finance & Administration
E. J. Ourso College of Business


