Lisa is committed to helping students succeed as she provides personalized support, guidance, and resources to help students navigate their food and financial obstacles concerns. Lisa specializes in supporting students in the following areas: financial concerns; food insecurity; legal aid issues; and referrals to campus/community resources.

Lisa has 20 years experience.  Lisa earned her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Education from James Madison University.  She has worked at a number of institutions across the Commonwealth and abroad, and in a variety of offices including Institutional Research, Libraries & Educational Technologies, Residential Life, Community Service Learning, Judicial Affairs, and Off Campus Life.

Lisa loves to travel and volunteer.  She has lived abroad twice, been to 40 countries, and keeps busy as the President of Rotary Club of Church Hill and a mentor/former foster parent.

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Dr. Ra’meer Roberts is a skilled communicator and advocate, working closely with students to ensure their voices are heard and respected. Ra’meer specializes in supporting students in the following areas: behavioral concerns; conduct support advocacy; illness/injury; mental health/distress; policy/procedure/process questions; and substance use.

Ra’meer has always valued the importance of education. After receiving his bachelor’s in Business Administration from Ferrum College, Ra’meer became a double Ram receiving both his Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Educational Leadership from VCU. In his spare time, Ra’meer is a self proclaimed Uno King and the co-host of a podcast entitled, In The Chat Podcast. In addition, Ra’meer loves traveling, collecting fitted caps, and foam fingers. 

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Dr. Lynanne Jamison leads the team with unwavering dedication. Her passion for empowering students and promoting equitable practices drives the office's mission forward. Lynanne specializes in supporting students in the following areas: academic concerns; policy/procedure/process questions; complex situations involving multiple concerns; and family matters (parent/supporter concerns and supporting students who are expecting, parenting, caregiving, divorcing and grieving).

When she’s not spending time with VCU students and families, you’ll find her doing all things local - eating at RVA’s yummiest restaurants, thrifting and antiquing, exploring in and around the James River, and taking in the city’s rich art, music and theater scene. Ask her about her favorite spots! Lynanne is a proud Ram after receiving her Doctorate of Education in Leadership at VCU. She also holds a Master of Science in College Student Personnel from the University of Tennessee and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Christopher Newport University where she is actively involved as an alumna. 

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Stephanie Coats is dedicated to providing general advocacy support through her collaboration with on-campus and community resources. With her background in public and university housing, she commits her time to supporting VCU students with housing needs and concerns.  Stephanie specializes in supporting students in the following areas: housing insecurity; off-campus housing assistance; complaints; roommate conflicts; and Title IX.

Stephanie is passionate about amplifying the voices of students and providing a transformative experience. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her master’s degree in Organizational Development and Leadership from Shippensburg University. Other than rambling about her love for Beyonce, Stephanie also enjoys exploring new recipes, taking road trips, and writing poetry. 

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