Assistant Registrar
kgarges@drury.edu
(417) 873-7412
Education
M.Ed. Drury University
B.S. Missouri State University
Job description
Maintain the advising module, and help day school students throughout the graduation process.
Favorite thing about Drury
The wonderful people that I get to work with every day.
Hobbies
I love to spend time outside. Hiking and gardening are a couple of my favorites.
Most interesting items in your office
The art that’s on a generous loan from Jacque Tygart.
Academic Records Specialist
mkleier@drury.edu
(417) 873-7335
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Missouri State University
Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Missouri State University
Job description
Maintains and updates accurate academic records for all current and former students of the university. Manages validating, processing, and distributing official transcripts as requested
Favorite thing about Drury
I think Drury has a beautiful campus.
Hobbies
Baking, board games, reading, crocheting
Most interesting items in your office
Elton John glasses and a gold medusa headpiece.
Something most people don’t know about me
I have been on Air Force One during Ronald Reagan’s presidency. We boarded on Andrew’s Air Force Base in Maryland where my father-in-law had been an Air Force One crew member.
University Registrar
smanis@drury.edu
(417) 873-7543
Education
BA – English & Writing, Drury University
Data Leadership Certificate, Drury University
Public Safety Leadership Certificate, Drury University
Master in Integrative Leadership, Drury University
Job description
I lead a team of wonderful colleagues who help our students with every part of their academic record and registration process. I also organize commencement ceremonies and report data to state and federal entities.
Favorite thing about Drury
Experiencing the four seasons on our beautiful campus
Hobbies
Gardening, playing cards, hiking, reading, creating things
Most interesting items in your office
100 pairs of black flip-flops (for commencement footwear emergencies)
Something most people don’t know about me
I used to write obituaries for the local newspaper
Transfer Entry Specialist
crichardson005@drury.edu
(417) 873-6992
Education
B.S. in Elementary Education, Missouri State University
Master’s in Elementary Education, Missouri State University
Job description
Helping students register for courses, order transcripts, and verify enrollment.
Favorite thing about Drury
Definitely the people. My co-workers are the best! And the students are pretty great, too.
Hobbies
Reading, working in the yard, going to the lake
Most interesting items in your office
An old photo of a former student who happens to look like Draco Malfoy
Something most people don’t know about me
I attended the last 3 room school in Springfield. When I was in the 5th and 6th grade the teacher was also the principal of the school. When he was teaching I answered the school phone.
Records Archivist
sshipman@drury.edu
(417) 873-7810
Education
B.A. Missouri State University
Job description
Scanning student records and reserving classrooms.
Favorite thing about Drury
The Registrar’s Office! Our team works great together and we ALL love cake.
Hobbies
Dabbling in gardening and pickleball.
Most interesting items in your office
Working microfilm and microfiche readers.
Associate Registrar
btalley002@drury.edu
(417) 873-6859
Education
History, Bachelor of Arts, Drury University
Organizational Leadership, Master of Arts in Communication, Drury University
Job description
Oversee academic catalogs and semester schedules for each division. Develop and maintain advising worksheets for Drury GO and Graduate students. Assist with commencement and working alongside the Registrar to problem-solve and develop policies and procedures.
Favorite thing about Drury
You never feel like a stranger here on campus. It’s almost impossible to be out and about on campus and someone doesn’t stop you to say hello and/or chat about classes, etc.
Hobbies
Road trips, concerts, baking and cooking
Most interesting items in your office
Mini Stitch figurines
Something most people don’t know about me
I might have a slightly high level of road rage due to a lack of patience.