Tabatha Bergen is a Professional Advisor supporting Post-Traditional, In-Person students. Tabatha has five years of experience working in higher education, with positions in college advising for high school students, admissions, and financial aid. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Missouri and her Master of Business Administration from Fontbonne University. While completing her MBA, she worked full-time in the Financial Aid Office at Fontbonne University and completed an internship with the St. Louis Blues, so she understands and can relate to the challenges many students face regarding time management and balancing school, work, and socials. After completing her MBA, she decided to pursue career opportunities outside of higher education to enhance her knowledge on how other companies operate. She accepted a position in the mortgage industry, where she gained experience in loan processing, auditing, and quality control. After working in this industry for almost three years, she began to miss working with students every day and helping them achieve their educational goals. She is thrilled to be joining LU’s Professional Advising Department and is excited for the opportunity to continue guiding students through their college careers.

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Chris Chappell serves as a professional advisor for the Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship. Chris spent two years serving in an admissions role at Lindenwood after spending 8 years working with non-profits, ministry, and parachurch organizations. Chris earned his Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies and Philosophy with a minor in History from Mississippi College and looks to finish the Master of Business Administration program at Lindenwood. He is passionate about championing others and loves to root for students as they work towards their academic and professional goals. As much as he will miss the admissions life, he’s very excited to be a resource for students during their Lindenwood career. 

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Edwina Cooper serves the College of Arts and Humanities at Lindenwood University. She has a Master of Arts in English and a graduate certificate in Gender Studies from the University of Missouri – St. Louis. She has spent many years in higher education, teaching English and tutoring many other subjects. She is very experienced with Service-Learning programs as well. While attending UMSL, Edwina helped found their chapter of the English Honor Society, Sigma Tau Delta. She currently advises Cinema Arts, Digital Marketing, English, History, Interdisciplinary Studies, International Relations, Philosophy & Religion, Political Science, and Undecided students here at Lindenwood.

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Ryan is an advisor supporting students within the College of Education and Human Services. He has a combined 8 years of experience in higher education, and has worked at Lindenwood since 2018. Before joining the Professional Advising team, he worked as a Graduate Admissions Counselor for Lindenwood. Ryan has a BA in Journalism from Missouri State University and an MA in Leadership from Lindenwood University. He enjoys supporting students and hearing their individual stories to assist them in achieving their academic and personal goals.

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Isaiah Forbes is a Professional Advisor supporting students in the College of Science, Technology, and Health. An experienced academic advisor specializing in helping students navigate their career options and find their passion. His personalized approach and in-depth knowledge of educational programs, Isaiah ensures that students achieve goals with confidence.

A graduate of Eastern Illinois University with both undergraduate and graduate degrees, his academic achievements reflect his commitment to excellence and lifelong learning.

With over 5 years of experience in higher education. Isaiah’s expertise in educational planning and career development allows him to guide students towards making informed decisions about their academic and professional futures. With his compassionate approach and commitment to student success, Isaiah helps students reach their full potential.

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Lisa works with students in the College of Arts and Humanities in the following programs: Art and Design-Digital Art, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Web and User Experience, Fashion Design and Technology, Fashion Business and Entrepreneurship, Game Design; Communications-Broadcast, Journalism, Media Arts and Production, Media Management and Sales, and Performing Arts-Dance, Music, and Theatre.

She meets with prospective students, gives tours, enrolls students their first semester and advises them through their sophomore year, working closely with faculty, and department heads in the College of Arts and Humanities. She also assists students with accessing resources, tracking their progress, and understanding program planning guides, curriculum maps, and four-year plans.

Lisa has over 14 years of experience working in higher education. She started as an administrative assistant at a satellite campus for Central Methodist University then worked as a financial aid specialist and registration assistant at a community college, East Central College-Union, MO. She began her career at Lindenwood University five years ago, originally hired as an administrative assistant and has been advising students for the past three years. Lisa is a member of NACADA and MACADA, professional advising organizations and has served on several committees at Lindenwood University. Lisa has a BA in Speech & Dramatic Art from the University of Missouri-Columbia and an AAS in Business Technology from East Central College. She is currently working toward an MA in Higher Education Administration at Lindenwood University.

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• Personality Type: Myers Briggs-ENFJ
• Color Code: Blue
• Enneagram: 6 with a 5 wing

Kate Knight is a professional advisor for students in the College of Science, Technology, and Health. She completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Missouri State University, studying Spanish, Biomedical Sciences, and Chemistry. After working in clinical research for five years, she returned to Missouri State University to obtain her Master of Arts in Global Studies. While completing her degrees, she gained experience in mentoring international students, teaching undergraduate courses, and creating educational plans tailored to students’ unique goals. As a Lindenwood advisor, Kate provides a helping hand to students navigating the finer details of their university experience. 

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Megan Schauwecker serves the College of Education and Human Services at Lindenwood University. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Education from University of Central Missouri and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Leadership at Lindenwood University. She previously taught as a high school Spanish teacher, and since than she has worked in undergraduate admissions and academic advising. She is passionate about helping students every step of the way during their college experience and likes to ensure that each student feels confident and accomplished once they leave the university to reach their career goals. 

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Sidney Wilkins is a Professional Advisor supporting students in the Plaster College of Business & Entrepreneurship. She is a Lindenwood Alumni who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She brings her experience working with Americorps and Missouri College Advising Corps where she provided advising help & college resources to first generation, low-income, and underrepresented students in the St. Louis region. Being that Sidney was a first-generation college student herself, she understands how big of a help advising is and is very passionate about providing help to students so that they can achieve their college and future goals.

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