Meet the Staff

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Mikayla Sengle

Director of the Academic Success Center

senglem@winthrop.edu

803/323-3945

 

Originally from Upstate New York, Mikayla moved to North Carolina to attend Queens University of Charlotte, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Shortly after, she attended Winthrop University and received her Masters of Education in Counseling and Development.

While pursuing her degree at Winthrop, Mikayla was a TRiO academic counselor for two years. Once she graduated, she accepted a position as the Academic Success Center's, Academic Coach. She recently transitioned into her new role, Director of the Academic Success Center.

In addition to her work at Winthrop, Mikayla coaches Northwestern Varsity Cheerleading. In her free time, she enjoys traveling the world, reading, and spending time with her fiancé and six animals. 

 

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Whitney Jennings

Academic Coach

jenningsw@winthrop.edu 

803/323-3920

 

Originally from Arkansas, Whitney attended Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development.  She went on to earn a Master's in Counseling from Walden University.  With five years of experience as a therapist, Whitney brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role of Academic Coach.  She is passionate about helping students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.

In her free time, Whitney enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her husband and beloved dog, Princess.

 

Office Assistants

Megan Hewes, Junior English Major

Morgan Hewes, Junior Design Major