Our Team - Military Student Success Center

Meet Our Staff

Meet the Military Student Success Center (MSSC) team! Get to know the dedicated staff who support UTEP’s military-connected students with educational benefits, resources, and guidance throughout their academic journey.

Ryan E. Jackson Sr.

Director

DARREN PURSEL

Assistant Director

Jamie Jones

Education Benefits Manager

ELIZABETH CHAVEZ

Fort Bliss Counselor

Cheryl Kennedy

VA School Certifying Official II

LANA RUCK

VA School Certifying Official I

RYAN HERRING

VA School Certifying Official I

VACANT

VA School Certifying Official I

Steve Medina

Administrative Associate