Meet the Admissions Team

Ayde Franco

Admissions Counselor II, Undergraduate Admissions
afranco7@twu.edu
940-898-3040 — Hablo Español!

Hometown: Pilot Point, Texas
Education: BS in Psychology with a Criminal Justice minor
Favorite thing about TWU: The amount of support, resources, opportunities, and guidance that help each student succeed professionally and personally. Being a Latina and first generation at TWU made me passionate about helping other students receive higher education and guide them to success.

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Gabriela (Gaby) Gonzales

Admissions Counselor, Undergraduate Admissions
ggonzales7@twu.edu
940-898-3605 — Hablo Español!

Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas
Education: BS in Psychology
Favorite thing about TWU: The diversity, you don’t have to work hard to find people that share your culture, language and beliefs.

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Giovana (Gio) Aldana

Admissions Counselor I, Undergraduate Admissions
galdana@twu.edu
940-898-3271 — Hablo Español!

Hometown: Euless, Texas
Education: BGS emphasis in Health Studies, Natural Sciences & Family Studies
Favorite thing about TWU: A proud Alumna, I’ve enjoyed the opportunities, resources & support TWU provides whether personally or professionally. The beauty of this campus is reflected in its buildings, staff, and greenery, all while receiving an education and family like no other.

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Russell (Rusty) Jordan

Admissions Counselor I, Undergraduate Admissions
rjordan4@twu.edu
940-898-3047

Hometown: Denton, Texas
Education: BS in Integrative Studies, pursuing MBA in Strategic Management
Favorite thing about TWU: I have a profound appreciation for the architecture of the TWU campus. Its aesthetic appeal, coupled with its rich historical significance, serves to foster a sense of community among its members.

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Taylor Tate

Transfer Specialist
ttate3@twu.edu
214-689-6525

Hometown: Dallas, TX
Education: BS in Psychology
Favorite thing about TWU: As a recent alum of TWU, I can appreciate Texas Woman's University for helping me become the professional I am today. All of the resources that they have available to guide their students on the pathway to success is greatly appreciated. The TWU family is one of the most supportive and loving families anyone could ever become a part of. Their empowerment, focus on inclusion and unity, and campus diversity will leave any person speechless. It’s great to be part of a community that supports and favors all!

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Brittnee Hernandez

Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions & Recruitment
bhernandez63@twu.edu
940-898-3270

Hometown: Dumas, TX
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Favorite thing about TWU: When you step on campus you are surrounded by people who want to help you succeed. Academically, professionally, all the way down to basic needs, TWU is a place where you will definitely feel accepted and cared about.

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Adam Pitts

Associate Director, Undergraduate Admissions
apitts4@twu.edu
940-898-3032

Hometown: Laurens, SC
Education: B.A. in Graphic Design; M.Ed. In Higher Education
Favorite thing about TWU: I love the family atmosphere and the beautiful green spaces on campus!

Martha Cavazos-Fipps

Admissions Counselor II
mcavazos5@twu.edu
940-898-3030 — Hablo Español!

Hometown: Mission, TX
Education: BS in Family & Consumer Sciences
Favorite thing about TWU: I am a native of Mission, graduate of Mission High School and a proud alumni of Texas Woman’s University. I was a first generation college student myself so I am familiar with the issues prospective students will encounter as they select a college out of the immediate area.

I am looking forward to guiding students and families as they navigate their way to TWU. Please reach out if there is anything I can assist with.

Hablo Español! Estoy aqui para ayudar. Por favor comuniquense con respecto a cualquier pregunta.

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Ahmaad Smith

Admissions Counselor II, Undergraduate Admissions
Houston Campus
asmith198@twu.edu
713-794-2396

Hometown: Atlanta, GA
Education: PhD in Public Policy and Administration(currently enrolled), MS in Public Administration w/ Minor: Executive Leadership, BBA in Business Information Systems

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Dana Mordecai

Director, Graduate Admissions and Recruitment
dmordecai@twu.edu
940-898-3192

Kia Cannonier

Graduate Admissions Counselor
kcannonier@twu.edu
940-898-3022

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Lindsay Ross

Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions
lross5@twu.edu
214-689-6550

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Amber Jarmon

Assistant Director, Admissions
ajarmon@twu.edu
713-794-2352

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