Office of Student Success Staff
Sammie Davis, M.A.
Director of Student Success
My name is Sammie Davis (she/her), and I serve as your Director of Student Success! I have my Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design from Centenary University, and a Master's degree in Counseling with a concentration in Student Affairs from Montclair State University.
Within my role at Holy Family, I manage the Office of Student Success, supervise our Student Success Counselor Team, and create University initiatives aimed at reducing barriers to success.
Our Office's goal is to help you thrive - however that means to you! I coordinate our Orientation, Transition, and Retention programs, First Year Student Success Course, Success Through Academic Readiness (STAR), Mentoring Programs, and support referrals and resources.
I look forward to working with you as you begin your Holy Family journey!
Nick (he/him)
Success Coach for the School of Arts and Sciences
What's happening everybody, my name is Nick. I am currently in the process of obtaining my masters in Psychology for Clinical Mental Health, and also went here to HFU for my bachelor's in Criminal Justice. Thinking back on my time at Holy Family, I can remember how difficult adjusting to college life was. Knowing now that I can help someone out going through similar struggles I went through makes me feel like I am making a difference Hope to see you all soon!
Layette (she/her or they/them)
Success Coach for the School of Education
Hello everyone. My name is Leyette and I am a Student Success Counselor and graduate student at Holy Family University. My undergraduate was at Widener University, where I received my BA in Middle Years Education. I am currently studying to be a Behavioral Mental Health Counselor in the graduate level Psychology program. I look forward to getting to know you all this year. Good luck in all you do, and Go Birds!
Kharon (he/him)
Success Coach for Student Athletes
My name is Kharon. I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from HFU and I am currently getting my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Holy Family University. My role of being a Student Athlete Success Coach entails helping all student athletes with all academic needs. Focusing on things like time management, securing tutoring sessions, and registering for classes. Being a Holy Family alum and former student athlete permits me to connect with these students on a different level. I look forward to working with you in the future. Go Tiger
Taylor (She/Her)
Success Coach for the School of Nursing and Health Sciences
Hi! My name is Taylor. I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University in the Spring of 2022. I am currently working towards my Master's in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Holy Family! In my free time I love to read, exercise, and play with my pup, Freya. My goal is to help you reduce any personal or academic barriers to success. I look forward to working with you in the future!
Lilian (She/Her)
Success Coach for the School of Business and Technology
Hi, my name is Lillian. I graduated from Penn State with a major in Biobehavioral Health. I am currently a graduate student and Holy Family aiming to achieve my MS in Counseling with a concentration in school counseling. As a student success coach, I will help students in any areas they may need help. I will look to help students with time management, study techniques, goal setting, and much more. My goal is to help you succeed in your academic and social endeavors by eliminating barriers to success!