Jen completed her B.A. at the University of Rhode Island and M.A. in Communication & Advocacy at James Madison University. She joined UNC Charlotte in March 2021 as an Enrollment Specialist and moved over to the Program Management Team in May 2022.
Kristy holds an Ed.D in Educational Leadership, a M.S. in Instructional Technology, a Graduate Certificate in Distance Education Administration and a B.S. in Educational and Administrative Services all from East Carolina University.
Krystle has dedicated her career to serving students in higher education. She holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Michigan State University and a Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from UNC Charlotte.
Samantha Abt-Bumgarner has worked in Continuing Education at UNC Charlotte as a Program Director since 2003. Her responsibilities as Program Director include creating, managing, and marketing continuing education programs to business professionals. Her program areas include professional development programs for accountants, engineers, project managers, and business professionals.
Stephannie Miles joined UNC Charlotte in 2021 as a Senior Program Manager in Distance Education with nearly two decades experience in higher education administration in a variety of roles, including leading a career center. Stephannie earned her MBA from Pfeiffer University while working full time supporting adult learners.
Taylor Faulkner is a UNC Charlotte Alumna. She has worked with the Camps on Campus program for six years now, advancing from counselor, to lead counselor, to Associate Director, and as our Interim Director for Summer 2022. With a background in education, she has dedicated her life to providing opportunities for the region's children through collaboration and partnerships with educators.
Tiffany McAfee is a UNC Charlotte Alumna. She was hired on as the Office Manager for the Office of Summer Programs in 2006 where she supported the Summer School and Camps on Campus programs. In 2010, she transitioned to Distance Education and has worked as the Program Coordinator supporting Summer School and Distance Education programs.
As Director of The Dubois Center, Ann oversees all operations of the building including emergency management, security, food services, events, and academic scheduling to name a few. She has over 20 years experience managing non-traditional programs in higher education. She has a passion for helping adults achieve their professional and academic goals.
As a UNC Charlotte graduate, Todd Payne has been affiliated with the university since 2003. After graduating from UNC Charlotte in 2009 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Sculpture), he initially served as a fabricator and installation specialist for the College of Art and Architecture's gallery team.