Graduate Studies 
Francis Otuonye, Associate Vice President for Research/Graduate Studies 
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Office: (931) 372-3233
Office Building: DH 306
Dr. Otuonye generates research topics and coordinates externally funded research and scholarly activities throughout the University. He provides administrative reviews and approves research proposals for University commitments, including budgets, personnel, animals, human subjects, facilities, and hazardous materials. He conducts seminars and workshops for administrators and faculty on funding sources to support research and other scholarly activities, and disseminates information about indirect costs, fringe benefits, and University policies on research to administrators, faculty, and staff. Dr. Otuonye initiates and conducts quarterly meetings with College Liaison Officers for Research to discuss University policies and procedures affecting contracts and grants, and internal review of proposals, grants and contracts. He interacts with the Faculty Research Committee by reviewing proposals and suggesting sources for funding. The Associate Vice President is responsible for administering the policies applicable to the Graduate School. With the assistance of the Graduate School Executive Committee, Dr. Otuonye's office establishes and enforces minimum standards of graduate work in the University, encourages high standards, and coordinates the graduate programs of the various colleges. He rules on applications for admission to the Graduate School, submits recommendations for the awarding of fellowships, assistantships, and internships after consultation with the Deans involved, and maintains graduate student records.
Denise Anderson, Graduation Analyst
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Office: (931) 372-3809
The Graduation admissions through graduation for the following graduate programs:
- Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning (MEd)--RODP Program
- Curriculum and Instruction (MA, EdS)
- Biology (MS)
- Chemistry (MS)
- Computer Science (MS)
- English (MA)
- Environmental Sciences (PhD)
- Master of Professional Studies (MPS)--RODP Program
- Mathematics (MS)
- Nursing (MSN)--RODP Program
K'Cindra Cavin, Graduate Admissions and Research Specialist
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Office: (931) 372-3233 Office Building: DH 326
The Graduate Admissions and Research Specialist processes admissions through graduation for the following graduate programs:
- Counseling and Psychology (MA, EdS)
- Exceptional Learning (PhD)
- Exercise Science, Physical Education and Wellness (MA)
Sheila Kendrick, Coordinator of Graduate Studies
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Office: (931) 372-3808
The Coordinator of Graduate Studies processes admissions through graduation for the following graduate programs:
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Engineering (MS, PhD)
Becky Stafford, Transcript Analyst
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Office: (931) 372-3866 Office Building: DH 326
The Transcript Analyst processes admissions through graduation for the following graduate programs:
- Instructional Leadership (MA, EdS)
Sue Smith, Executive Aide
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Office: (931) 372-3897
The Executive Aide processes all graduate assistantships and fellowships; support person for the Graduate School Executive Committee.
Kathy Reynolds, Secretary III
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Office: (931) 372-3233 Office Building: DH 306
The secretary handles all general information.
