New Hires, Promotions & Retirements
Hailey Henderson joins University Relations
Hailey Henderson joined the Department of University Relations on September 30, 2020 as Web Content Strategist. In this role, she will be responsible for developing and managing the overall web content strategy for the University website.
Hailey graduated from Middle Georgia State University with a Bachelor of Science in New Media & Communications in 2015. She then worked at Schley County High School for four years as a graphic arts instructor teaching Yearbook and Video Production. Within the past year, Hailey has worked on various web and marketing materials for small businesses and non-profit organizations. She currently resides in Americus, Ga.
Sandra Johnson retires from Student Financial Aid
Assistant Director of Financial Aid Sandra Johnson is retiring after 36 years in financial aid as of October 30, 2020.
Shannon Perry promoted in COBAC
Dr. Shannon Perry was recently promoted to Assistant Dean of Online Learning for the College of Business and Computing, as well as Department Chair for Computer Science. Perry serves as the GSW eMajor BBA liaison and coordinates transfer student admissions for COBAC, streamlining entrance for students participating in the eMajor BBA program.
Before joining the College of Business and Computing in 2005, Perry taught at the Heart of Georgia Technical School and Brewton Parker College, serving as the Microcomputer Specialist Program Chair and Assistant Professor Computer Programming, respectively. She holds a bachelor’s degree in both Information Systems and Finance from Georgia Southern University, a master’s degree with concentration in Information Systems from Georgia Southern University, and a doctoral degree in Instructional Technology and Distance Education from Nova Southeastern University. She is a member of the Dublin/Laurens County Chamber of Commerce and is active with other Laurens County local organizations.