Meet Your Admissions Team
The Office of Admissions is on hand to guide you through the admission process and help answer any questions you might have. It's also just nice to have a friendly contact on campus! So please feel free to reach out as we are only a phone call or email away!
Phone: (912) 583-3264
Email: admissions@bpc.edu
Michael Moran
AVP of Admissions and Retention
Why did you choose BPC: I choose to come to BPC to make a difference and to be a part of a family who uplifts and edifies it faculty, staff, and students.
Advice to students: Don’t be your worst enemy. Give grace to yourself and others. And, ask for help. We are all in this together.
Are you a dog or cat person: Dog! There is nothing like coming home to an over ecstatic wagging tail and happy bark.
Kimberly Lajiness
Coordinator of Admissions
Why did you choose BPC: I choose BPC because I wanted to grow professionally and complete my degree. I continue to work at BPC because of the family-orientated atmosphere and kind people.
Advice to students: Stay focused in class. Four years seems like forever, but it flies by. Get involved in groups and activities. Make every connection you can because every connection becomes a lead for your future. Lastly, be respectful, humble, and kind.
Are you a dog or cat person: I’m allergic to cats, so “dog” is my answer!
Jamie Powell
Admissions Processor
Why did you choose BPC: The people. They treated me like I was a part of their family before I joined the team.
Advice to students: Ask for help. We are here for you. And don’t give up, keep trying.
Are you a dog or cat person: I’m a cat-person! Cats are less needy and do their own thing.
Sarah Gillis
Admissions Processor
Why did you choose BPC: Because of the environment and atmosphere of love.
Advice to students: Be dedicated and go to class.
Are you a dog or cat person: Both, because dogs are loyal and cats are fluffy.
Johnna Goodman
Coordinator of Campus Visits
Why did you choose BPC: BPC is close to home and I like the idea of a small Christian school where I knew I could get the best out of my education. Also, my friends are my family and they inspire me to want to be a part of BPC!
Advice to students: Always put God first and remember that everything you do is for His glory.
Are you a dog or cat person: Cat person. Cats are just chill.
Beth Kirk
Admissions Recruiter
Why did you choose BPC: I choose BPC because this place is truly a family.
Advice to students: You do not have to have all the answers right away. Allow yourself to grow and with the right support the growth with come.
Are you a dog or cat person: Cat-person! I just love their fluff, fluff!
Joy McCullough
Admissions Recruiter
Why did you choose BPC: I choose BPC because of the family-orientated and home-feeling environment that BPC brings. Each person cares about you and wants to see you succeed. Being here on campus, you will feel encouraged and motivated to be the best and fulfill your purpose in Christ.
Advice to students: Don’t be afraid to be yourself, and live in the “now”, live in the moment while attending BPC.
Are you a dog or cat person: Dog! Dogs will always give you love and will accept your love freely. Plus, they love car rides.
Katie McDuffie
Admissions Assistant
Why did you choose BPC: I choose BPC because it is closer to home than other colleges around. I also choose BPC because I knew I could use the Georgia Baptist Mission Board Scholarship with my dad being a minister. And, finally, because my friends are my family!
Advice to students: Stay close to God no matter the situation, print out your syllabi, do not procrastinate, make solid connections with your professors, and ask for help even if you are scared.
Are you a dog or cat person: Dog! I have always been around dogs and cats are manipulative.
Phone: (912) 583-3264
Email: admissions@bpc.edu
Michael Moran
AVP of Admissions and Retention
Why did you choose BPC: I choose to come to BPC to make a difference and to be a part of a family who uplifts and edifies it faculty, staff, and students.
Advice to students: Don’t be your worst enemy. Give grace to yourself and others. And, ask for help. We are all in this together.
Are you a dog or cat person: Dog! There is nothing like coming home to an over ecstatic wagging tail and happy bark.
Sara Strickland
Director of International
and Dual Enrollment Programs
Why did you choose BPC: I chose BPC because of the amazing people. I get to work with some of the brightest and most supportive colleagues. They make work a fun place to be.
Advice to students: My advice to students is to take full advantage of their time in college not just by taking courses they find interesting but also by participating in campus events and activities. The friendships made in college can last a lifetime.
Are you a dog or cat person: I am very much a cat person. Cats rule!
Phone: (423) 316-5908
Email: onlineprograms@bpc.edu
Byron Edens
VP of Online Learning
Why did you choose BPC: I chose to become a part of Brewton Parker College and Temple Baptist Theological Seminary to train students in a solid biblical worldview and prepare them for practical ministry in the local church, missions and outreach to the lost adhering to the truth of God’s Word!
Advice to students: Always remember, relationships are the most important things we have. Our relationship with God through Jesus Christ should be first, our family relationships come second and everything else comes after that. Never get that priority out of focus.
Are you a dog or cat person: I am a cat person!
Diane Sexton
Administrative Assistant to the VP of
Online Learning/Online Admissions Counselor
Why did you choose BPC: I've worked in Christian education for 25+ years. When the opportunity came for me to help with the online program at BPC, I was excited to accept the challenge and continue my career in helping students obtain their goals in education.
Advice to students: Remember the days are long but the years are short.
Are you a dog or cat person: I'm a dog person. I love my 80 lb rescue dog that thinks she's a lap dog.
Phone: (912) 583-3261
Email: gdep@bpc.edu
Sara Strickland
Director of International
and Dual Enrollment Programs
Why did you choose BPC: I chose BPC because of the amazing people. I get to work with some of the brightest and most supportive colleagues. They make work a fun place to be.
Advice to students: My advice to students is to take full advantage of their time in college not just by taking courses they find interesting but also by participating in campus events and activities. The friendships made in college can last a lifetime.
Are you a dog or cat person: I am very much a cat person. Cats rule!
Cassidy O'Neal
Dual Enrollment Counselor
Why did you choose BPC: I chose to attend and work at BPC because of the friendly, Christian environment and the outstanding staff and faculty it provides. The professors at BPC do a fantastic job at creating a caring environment that focuses on the students as individuals. This promotes students to grow not only academically, but also emotionally and spiritually.
Advice to students: My advice to students would be to take full advantage of all of the wonderful opportunities and resources provided to them here at BPC. This is a unique time in their life that won't happen again, so it's important to not rush through things, to not neglect their spiritual and mental health, and to fully appreciate the little things that make BPC a life changing experience.
Are you a dog or cat person: I love both dogs and cats, but I'm a crazy cat lady all the way!
Phone: (912) 583-3264
Email: admissions@bpc.edu
Michael Moran
AVP of Admissions and Retention
Why did you choose BPC: I choose to come to BPC to make a difference and to be a part of a family who uplifts and edifies it faculty, staff, and students.
Advice to students: Don’t be your worst enemy. Give grace to yourself and others. And, ask for help. We are all in this together.
Are you a dog or cat person: Dog! There is nothing like coming home to an over ecstatic wagging tail and happy bark.
Sara Strickland
Director of International
and Dual Enrollment Programs
Why did you choose BPC: I chose BPC because of the amazing people. I get to work with some of the brightest and most supportive colleagues. They make work a fun place to be.
Advice to students: My advice to students is to take full advantage of their time in college not just by taking courses they find interesting but also by participating in campus events and activities. The friendships made in college can last a lifetime.
Are you a dog or cat person: I am very much a cat person. Cats rule!
