Syrena W.

Syrena W. has extensive experience in educational support and student success roles, currently serving as a College Success Coach at the Detroit Regional Chamber since May 2020. Previous positions include Graduate Research Assistant at Eastern Michigan University, where assistance was provided to the program director focusing on the graduate student journey, and a Professional Aide at Michigan State University, responsible for monitoring student records and supporting recruitment and retention efforts. Syrena has also worked as a Program Assistant for SEO, enhancing data-tracking systems for 10th-grade students, and held various roles at Western Michigan University, including College Advisor and First-Year Experience Instructor. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising from Western Michigan University, a Master’s degree in Higher Education from Eastern Michigan University, and currently pursuing a PhD in Educational Leadership at Oakland University.