PEER & WISE

Meet the Staff: Beth Anne Johnson

Beth Anne Johnson serves as the Associate Director for the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Program in the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences at Clemson University. Since the program’s establishment in 1995, the WISE program has helped thousands of women successfully gain employment in male dominated industries. This award-winning program pairs first […]

Meet the Staff: Lisa Jackson

Lisa Jackson is the Associate Director of Programs for Educational Enrichment and Retention, PEER. She joined the PEER & WISE team in 2014. She is a proud alumna of Benedict College, one of the finest HBCUs in South Carolina, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Economics Business Administration. It was there she realized […]

Meet the Staff: Serita Acker

Serita earned her bachelor’s degree from Lander University and a Master of Education in Human Resource and Development from Clemson University. Before becoming the PEER/WISE director in August 2015, Serita Acker was Director of the Women in Science and Engineering program. Additionally, she has more than 25 years of experience in higher education, both in […]

Meet the Staff: Kelsey Campbell

Kelsey Campbell is an Undergraduate Intern for PEER & WISE, starting in January 2020. She is soon to be a proud alumni of Clemson University, as she will graduate in May 2021 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management accompanied by a minor in communications. She has previously worked as a Physical Therapist’s […]

Meet the Staff: Joshua Umo

Josh is a graduate Student assistant for PEER & WISE, joining the team in 2020. He is currently pursuing my PhD in Bio Engineering with a BSc. And Msc. in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and Carnegie Mellon university, respectively. “Joining the PEER & WISE family has been an amazing part of my academic journey […]

Meet the Staff: Brittany Sanders

Brittany Fatima Sanders is a Graduate Assistant for PEER & WISE, starting January 2021. She held various positions within PEER & WISE since 2014, including Undergraduate Mentee, WISER Resident, Undergraduate Mentor, and Newsletter Committee Chair. As a graduate assistant, Brittany collects, organizes, and interprets data relating to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for underrepresented student […]

Meet the Staff: Jonathan Figueroa

Jonathan Figueroa is a Graduate Student Assistant for PEER & WISE, joining the team in 2020. He is a proud, fellow tiger, earning his Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson University. Currently, he is pursuing his Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering. One of Jonathan’s biggest accomplishments was becoming a First Generation high […]

Meet the Staff: Jodi Redlinger

Jodi Redlinger earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Clemson University. She began working with PEER & WISE in 2013. She is responsible for handling the accounting for PEER and WISE’s state and foundation accounts. In her free time Jodi enjoys reading, watching Clemson sporting events, and volunteering with the Oconee Humane Society. […]

Meet the Staff: Maegan Hinson

Maegan Hinson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and her Master of Arts in Teaching in mathematics from Clemson University. Prior to her work with PEER & WISE, Maegan worked in the public school system teaching math and science for middle and high school students. As the outreach coordinator, she works to […]

Meet the Staff: Francene Thomas

“I have had the privilege of working in PEER & WISE since 2014, currently as the Administrative Coordinator. I enjoy involvement in our student support and outreach programs. It’s such a joy to work with an amazing team, producing high quality programs that promote student success.” What her co-workers have to say about her: “Mrs. […]