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Smiling admissions counselor at Cottey College

Tiffany Carriker

Phone: (888) 5-COTTEY, ext. 2133
Email: tcarriker@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student today… again, I would want to experience all the new things that Cottey has to offer since my time here as a student!

Favorite spot on campus? My favorite spot on campus would have to be the courtyard next to the peace pole. It sits near the middle of the campus so you can relax, swing and just engulf yourself in the Cottey atmosphere.

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? I grew up in a large city and attended a co-ed college prior to attending Cottey– without a doubt I can say what makes Cottey different is how personal it is. You get the ability to know your professors and peers on a personal level and never feel like “just another student in the grade book”.

Hometown? Houston, Texas

Degree? A.S./B.S. Biology

Best place to visit around Nevada? I Don’t Care Tacos!

Bucket list item? See the Northern Lights!!

Territories? Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, California, Oregon, and Washington

Smiling admissions counselor at Cottey College

Emma Gurien

Phone: (888) 5-COTTEY, ext. 2239
Email: egurien@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student today… I would take advantage of the international trip offered!

Favorite spot on campus? Chellie Club

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? Cottey gives you a more hands-on, personal experience in and out of the classroom. You come here to meet your future bridesmaids!

Hometown? Troy, Tennessee

Degree? BA in Psychology, M.Ed in Sport Psychology

Best place to visit around Nevada? YMCA, I love the community feeling at the gym!

Bucket list item? I want to travel to the Netherlands and Brazil!

Territories? Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C., Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine

Abby Jarvis

Phone: (417) 667-8181, ext. 2107
Email: ajarvis@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student today… I am! But, since I graduate in May, I would suggest taking the chance to get involved with various campus activities! There is always something going on, from long-standing traditions like Late Night Breakfast, to R.A. events such as self-care “Mask and Mingle”, to impromptu study time in Chellie Club with friends!

Favorite spot on campus? The meditation rooms in the Chapel or the hammock garden.

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? Cottey is a great little community where you have space to bloom into the best version of yourself. The confidence you gain here is incredible – it’s all about growing together with amazing peers and faculty who are there to support you, cheer you on, and gently hold you accountable along the way!

Hometown? Neosho, Missouri

Degree? B.A. in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, minor in Psychology

Best place to visit around Nevada? Radio Springs Park for a scenic walk or cozy picnic.

Bucket list item? Winning a radio show for a free, all-inclusive vacation.

Territories? Kansas

Karol Knierim

Phone: (888) 5-COTTEY, ext. 2238
Email: kknierim@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student… I would ensure I took every opportunity I had. You lose 100% of the shots you don’t take, and with a community like Cottey that wants you to succeed, your chances of success are already so much higher.

Favorite spot on campus? The library

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? Cottey is unique in that It offers a chance for students to not feel intimidated in a classroom. Professors are much more accessible and that one-on-one time for help is so beneficial. The small class sizes allow for not only great relationships with fellow students but professors as well.

Hometown? Versailles, MO

Degree? B.S. in Health and Biomedical Sciences

Best place to visit around Nevada? Radio Springs Park

Bucket list item? Bungee Jumping in Greece

Territories? Missouri

Maggie Miller

Phone: (888) 5-COTTEY, ext. 2147
Email: mmiller@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student… I would take full advantage of our study abroad opportunities!

Favorite spot on campus? Chellie Club

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? Cottey is a special place where you can make any opportunity you want happen! Everyone on campus wants to help you succeed and will do what we can to ensure it does.

Hometown? Naperville, IL

Degree? B.S. in Social Psychology, Master of Public Administration Disaster Management

Best place to visit around Nevada? Vernon County Farmers Market

Bucket list item? Visit Iceland!

Territories? Kansas

Smiling admissions counselor at Cottey College

Chandlar Taul

Phone: (888) 5-COTTEY, ext. 2137
Email: ctaul@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student today… I would take advantage of as many opportunities offered on campus as I could. Events, activities, seminars, and clubs would all be on my radar.

Favorite spot on campus? Anywhere outside when the weather is nice! Although, my absolute favorite place to study was the top floor of the library at a desk in front of the window facing Austin Blvd.

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? The small community of Cottey makes a world of difference! Its really easy to make friends and get help from professors.

Hometown? Davis, California

Degree? Spanish and Psychology

Best place to visit around Nevada? Radio Springs Park!

Bucket list item? To live in another country for at least a year.

Territories? Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North and South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and part of Missouri.

Zoe Tillotson

Phone: (417) 667-8181, ext. 2190
Email: ztillotson@cottey.edu

If I were a Cottey student today… I would check out Cottey’s study-abroad opportunities!

Favorite spot on campus? The Library! (Especially when you can watch the sunset through the windows)

What sets Cottey apart from other college and universities? At Cottey, you’re not just a number. Everyone here wants to help you succeed!

Hometown? Osceola, Missouri

Degree? BS in International Business

Best place to visit around Nevada? Radio Springs Park

Bucket list item? Travel to 100 countries!

Territories? International