College of Osteopathic Medicine Staff
We are very happy to help in making your journey through osteopathic medical school a rewarding experience. Feel free to come by our office with any questions. You can also reach us by phone or email. We look forward to assisting you in your new endeavor.
Sandra Meeler, Administrative Assistant to the Dean 601-318-6610 smeeler@wmcarey.edu
Sandra Meeler has been serving William Carey University for fifteen years. She worked with William Carey University’s School of Business for fourteen years before transferring to the College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has received numerous awards and recognition for her outstanding service to the university, its faculty, staff, and students.
Emily Bennett, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs
601-318-6235 ebennett@wmcarey.edu
Emily Bennett is an alumna of William Carey University. She received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing/Management and a Masters degree in Business Administration.
Haley Friend, MBA, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Deans /Budget Coordinator (601) 318-6250 hfriend@wmcarey.edu
Haley is a Hattiesburg native and an alumna of William Carey University. She received a Bachelor of Science in Business with an emphasis in Finance and a Master of Business Administration. While at Carey, Haley was a member of the Society for the Advancement for Management, and she has worked actively with the Abbie Rogers Civitan Camp for the past 10 years.
Jaime Hill, MBA, Director of Clinical Rotations (601) 318-6018 jhill@wmcarey.edu
Jaime is a native of Meridian, Mississippi. She is an alumna of William Carey University. Jaime received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business with an emphasis in Marketing/Management and a Master of Business Administration. During her time at Carey, she was chosen to serve on the Business Advisory Council for the School of Business and is a member of the Society for the Advancement of Management.
Donna Day, Secretary to Associate Dean for Student Affairs (601) 318-6316 dday@wmcarey.edu
Donna is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She recently relocated back to the Hattiesburg area. Prior to working at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, she worked in the hospitality industry. Donna served as Administrative Assistant to the General Manager of the Baton Rouge Marriott for many years.
Shelia Martin, Grades Coordinator (601) 318-6788 smartin@wmcarey.edu
Shelia Martin received her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a minor in Computer Programming from the University of Southern Mississippi. She is certified in Secondary Education, Mathematics through the Mississippi State Board of Education, and in Secondary Education, Computer Programming through the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools. Shelia has taught in Mississippi for the past fifteen years, eleven of which were in Christian Education.
Rosie Bullard, Secretary to the Director of Clinical Rotations (601-318-6094) rbullard@wmcarey.edu
Rosie Bullard is a native of Canton, Mississippi. She graduated from Oak Grove High School in 2004. She and her family live in the Oak Grove area.
Lakeshia Gibson, Anatomy Technician (601-318-6427) lgibson@wmcarey.edu
Lakeshia Gibson is a native of Hattiesburg, MS. She received a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a biochemistry emphasis from the University of Southern Mississippi. In addition, she recently
graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a microbiology track from William Carey University. She participated in several biochemical research opportunities at USM and Texas A & M University.
Also, she was President of USM Chapter's Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) Health Pre-Professional Honor Society and a member of other organizations. While at Carey, she tutored for A&P I.
Susie Morris, Secretary to Clinical Science Department (601-310-6096) smorris@wmcarey.edu
Susie Morris is a native of Columbia, Mississippi. She received an Associate of Science degree from Hinds Community College majoring in Medical Records Science. Prior to working at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, she worked in the Health Information Management Department of Forrest General Hospital.
Julie McIlwain, Faculty Secretary (601) 318-6097 jmcilwain@wmcarey.edu
Julie is a Petal native. Prior to working at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine, she served as a Mortgage Collections Specialist with Regions Mortgage here in Hattiesburg. She attended Business Administration and Management classes at JCJC, before taking time off to raise a family. Julie plans on continuing her education and getting her Associates Degree in Business.
Sarah Morris, Simulation Lab Technologist/IT Specialist slmorris@wmcarey.edu
Sarah Morris received her Associate Degree of Arts in Business from the University of Phoenix. She also has a Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering and has completed courses and received a diploma for Computer Programming. Sarah served in the United States Navy on an aircraft carrier with an aircraft squadron. She has experience in website design, computer programming, information technology and enjoys all technology.
Sarah Hernandez, CME/GME Specialist, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Deans 601-318-6250 shernandez@wmcarey.edu
Sarah Hernandez is a native of Laurel, Mississippi, but has lived in Hattiesburg since college. She is an alumna of William Carey College, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Business Administration. Sarah’s career experience includes teaching high school English and working in continuing legal education.
Linda Kivlan, O.S.C.E./Residency Application Specialist/Administrative Assistant Clinical Simulation Center(601) 318-6011 lkivlan@wmcarey.edu
Linda is a native of Picayune, Mississippi. Her career experience in the educational realm includes service on the high school, secondary, and professional levels. Linda comes to William Carey from the school of medicine at the University of Mississippi in Jackson, Mississippi.