Contact Us

Director
Ana Barraza
Abarraza1@twu.edu

Ana was born in Guatemala, but considers herself a native Rhode Islander. She earned her BA in 1993 in English with a concentration in African/African American Literature from the University of Rhode Island. After working several years in the private sector she returned to the University of Rhode Island and in 2004 she received a Masters degree in College Student Personnel. Upon graduation, Ana became Assistant Director of Intercultural Affairs at Stonehill College in Easton, MA. There she worked with Multicultural first year students as well as first year international students assisting in their transition to college, as well as provided diversity programming for the Stonehill community. Ana then returned to URI as a Program Coordinator for the Center for Student Leadership and Development, where she oversaw the a diverse group of leadership programs. In addition to being a Program Coordinator she also served as a lecturer in the Minor for Leadership Studies as well as the Senior Portfolio class and other elective Leadership classes. In 2009, Ana served as the Living Learning Coordinator for Diversity and Inclusion for Semester at Sea. Upon retuning fro the Semester at Sea program, she became the Senior Coordinator for the Summer@Brown program at Brown University, where she over saw the residential program. Ana also served as a General Member on the URI Alumni Executive Board, the RI Young Professionals, and as a member of the RI chapter of Latinos Dollars for Scholars, and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Assistant Director
Lindsey Hatter
LHatter@twu.edu

Lindsey holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Texas Woman’s University. Lindsey was very active as a TWU student holding multiple positions in the Student Government Association. She now shares her experience and expertise as a staff member, advising the Student Senate, and coordinating the Orientation program. Lindsey enjoys working with students and seeing them grow to their full potential. She is originally from the DFW area.

Coordinator Greek Life
Davida Robinson
Drobinson9@twu.edu

Davida is a native of Greensboro, North Carolina and holds a Master’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island.  During her matriculation, she was the URI Greek Life Graduate Assistant, overseeing 9 Panhellenic Council sororities,  11 Inter-Fraternity Council fraternities, 5 National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations, and 3 Multicultural Greek Council organizations. One of her major accomplishments at URI was re-establishing the Multicultural Greek Council. Students are now able to find another outlet for cultural awareness and learn more about origins of Latino Greeks.  She has over 5 years of experience working with low-income and/or minority students at the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels as an advocate in helping them to achieve academic success. 

Campus Activities Coordinator
Allie Duarte
aduarte1@twu.edu

Allie hails from New York, and though she loves her home state, Allie also loves Texas.  She received her B.A. in Journalism from SUNY New Paltz and her M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Rider University, a small, private university in New Jersey.  Allie’s experience in higher education ranges from working in Residence Life and Housing, Orientation, and with student leadership.  Her primary role at TWU is serving as the advisor for the Campus Activities Board (CAB), a branch of the Student Government Association responsible for campus programming.  She also organizes the annual Family Day.  As once an active student leader, Allie truly enjoys helping students discover and grow their strengths through the opportunities of higher education.

Administrative Assistant
Jae Luna
JLuna3@twu.edu

Jae was born in a small town in East Texas called, Nacogdoches. He moved to the DFW area in 2002. Jae holds an Associate’s degree from Collin County Community College and is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at Texas Woman's University. He enjoys working in higher education because he enjoys seeing students achieve their educational goals. Jae’s motto is, “If It Is To Be It Is Up To Me.”  

Secretary
Irma Castillo
icastillo1@twu.edu

Irma is a Denton native and her favorite person is her daughter, Mikayla.  In her spare time, Irma likes to rock climb, watch movies, dance, as well as spend time with family and friends.  Another interest is volunteering at the local elementary school and community organizations.

Senior Designer
Melissa Carr
MCarr@twu.edu

Melissa holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of North Texas and has 20 years experience in the field of graphic design. She has worked for TWU seven years coordinating with Student Life departments and student organizations in Denton, Dallas and Houston creating program advertising. The favorite part of her job is working with a great group of enthusiastic students and colleagues.

Designer I
Beth Dobbs
edobbshoward@twu.edu

Beth holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Texas Woman’s University and has more than seven years of experience as a designer at TWU. She began working for the Center for Student Development as a student designer and was able to join the team full time after her graduation in 2006. The variety of design jobs and wonderful people she gets to work with are her favorite parts of working in the CSD. Beth lives in Ponder, TX with her husband and three dogs. 

Designer I
Brandon Fuller
bfuller@twu.edu

Brandon holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Texas Woman's University. In his free time he is a freelance illustrator and designs posters for local bands and DJ's. He lives across from Minerva with his longtime girlfriend, Kate and their two cats Annie and Lennox.