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Adam Barnes is an encouraging and socially perceptive career development professional, with a proven track record of building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among students and alumni to better identify their career developmental needs and leading them to improve their career-related confidence, knowledge, and skills. In his role, he works with the entire Jaguar Community including students, alumni, and campus and community partners.  

Adam has over 10+ years of experience in both Community Mental Health and Higher Education and his background includes establishing long-range objectives, guiding individuals through strategic action planning, and celebrating the wins and accomplishments of others. His clinical philosophy is deeply rooted in holistic approaches to therapy, including supporting influences from Positive Psychology and Person-Centered ideals. Key career-related influencers include Alfred Adler, Donald Super, and John Krumboltz. He has a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Minor in Technical Writing from the University of South Alabama.

When away from Career Services, Adam enjoys spending time with friends and family around the dinner table, listening to music, gardening, trying new recipes or restaurants, and watching 80's and 90's movies. Adam's spirit animal is the dragon because he has the strength to overcome any obstacle in his life and always stays true to his convictions. He is a loyal friend and family member who is always there for those in need. Adam views change as a natural part of life and believes it is better to embrace it than resist it.

Natalie is a Career Services Advisor and manages the Cooperative Education and Internship Program. She assists students searching for Co-op or Internship positions and employers seeking USA students for those roles. 

Natalie is originally from Pensacola, Florida. She came to USA in 2011 with seven years of experience working in Development at Asbury University. She has a bachelor's degree in Art from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL, and received her master's in Instructional Design and Development from USA in 2018.

In her free time, Natalie enjoys listening to audiobooks, caring for the plants and flowers in her yard, being involved in her church, and spending time with her husband, children, and granddaughter.

Keniesha is our team's Coordinator of Internship Programs. In her role, she works to connect students with organizations seeking to hire interns.  

Keniesha has worked for South since 2021. She is a Mobile native and South alum. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Human Services.

In her free time, she enjoys shopping. The animal she resembles most is the butterfly because she is constantly evolving and learning.

Hannah is our team's Employer Recruitment and Outreach Coordinator. In her role, she works with the Employer Relations Coordinator to increase employer engagement and foster employer relationships that transform into meaningful recruitment. She is the main point of contact for Handshake inquiries and works with employers to answer questions, fix problems, and learn the platform.

Hannah was born in Annison, AL, and moved to Mobile in 2014 to attend USA; She fell in love with the city and decided to stay here. She had previous experience in both recruiting and employment services before joining our team in 2022. Hannah has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from USA.

While attending the University of South Alabama, she met her spouse, Oliver. On the weekends, she enjoys exploring new restaurants, playing video games, and watching documentaries. She has two cats and has volunteered with animal shelters and other non-profits in the city.

Colleen is a senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Political Science. She is a Career Peer Champion for our office, an ambassador who conducts presentations on career-related topics and promotes services and resources to the University community. Colleen has been with Career Services since August 2022.

In her free time, Colleen enjoys reading, playing video games, and planning trips to her favorite place - the Pacific Northwest. She also loves spending time with her friends and family, especially her Dalmatian, Pongo.

Cayla is Career Peer Champion here at Career Services. As a Career Peer Champion, she serves as an ambassador of the Career Center by conducting presentations on career-related topics and promoting services and resources to the University community. 

Cayla is from Tuscaloosa, Alabama and moved to Mobile, Alabama to attend the University of South Alabama in 2020. She is an upcoming senior pursuing her undergraduate degree in psychology with a sociology minor.

In her free time, Cayla enjoys reading and spending time with her loved ones.

Janiya Hunt is a Career Peer Champion and serves as an ambassador for Career Services, guiding students with career related presentations and promoting services and resources on campus. She transferred to South as a junior and is majoring in Chemical Engineering with a minor in Communication. Janiya hopes to work at a pharmaceutical plant after graduation.

When she's not in the office, Janiya loves to read books, travel, work out, dance, listen to music, and try new types of food.