Counselor Education, College Student Personnel, & Social Work

College Student Personnel Faculty and Staff

Faculty in the College Student Personnel master's program are experienced, dedicated educators and practitioners who are deeply committed to student learning, professional development, and success. They bring a wealth of practical experience and scholarly expertise in student affairs and higher education to the classroom. Whether you're interested in exploring current research, discussing trends and challenges in the field, or gaining deeper insight into the structure and opportunities within the CSP program, our faculty are approachable and eager to connect. They are not only instructors but also mentors who support students both academically and professionally throughout their graduate journey.

Program Faculty 

 

Julie Brines
Dr. Julie Brines

Assistant Professor,
Graduate Program Coordinator

Office: 81A Horrabin Hall
Email: JA-Brines@wiu.edu
Phone: 309-298-2082

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Jeff Hancks
Dr. Jeff Hancks

Department Chair,
Professor

Office: QC Complex, 2423
Email: JL-Hancks@wiu.edu
Phone: (309) 762-9481

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Adjunct Faculty

 

Michelle Janisz
Dr. Michelle Janisz

Director of New Student Family Programs

Institution: Western Illinois University
Office: Sherman Hall 118
Email: MA-Janisz@wiu.edu
Phone: 309-298-1131

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Ian Van Anden
Ian Van Anden

Associate Director for the Office of Leadership Service and Civic Engagement

Institution: University of Iowa
Office: Iowa Memorial Union
Email: ian-vananden@uiowa.edu
Phone: 319-335-3059

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Retired Faculty 

 

Tracy Davis
Dr. Tracy Davis

Retired Professor

Institution: Western Illinois University
Office: Suite 81 Horrabin Hall
Email: TL-Davis1@wiu.edu
Phone: 309-298-2848

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Graduate Assistants

 

Joey Rios
Joey Rios

Graduate Assistant

Office: Horrabin Hall 81I
Email: JE-Rios@wiu.edu
Phone: (309) 298-2848

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Kelvin Owusu Mensah
Kelvin Owusu Mensah

Graduate Assistant

Office: Horrabin Hall 81H
Email: K-OwusuMensah@wiu.edu
Phone: (309) 298-2848

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CSP Contact Information:

Office: 81 Horrabin Hall

Phone: 309-298-2848

Email: csp@wiu.edu

Please email the program for questions about admission or check out our FAQ page.

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