Career Center Staff

She received her B.B.A. in Economics from Valdosta State University in December of 2011, and graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Master of Education in December of 2014. While attending Valdosta State she helped charter the institution’s Phi Beta Lambda chapter and later became the organization’s first President. She was also an active member of Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

Lauren Easom, M. Ed., GCDF, serves as the Executive Director of Student Success & Career Development at Georgia College & State University. With a wealth of experience exceeding ten years in the field of Career Development, she has undertaken a variety of pivotal roles throughout her career journey. In her previous role at the Wyoming Department of Education, Lauren was responsible for the oversight of the state's Career Development initiatives, Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs), and Career and Technical Demonstration Project Grant. Additionally, she has a background as an Upward Bound Director and Career Development Specialist under The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Lauren is deeply passionate about Career Development within the realm of higher education. She recognizes its crucial role in offering students valuable opportunities and experiences that can shape their futures.

Christine earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from Northeastern Illinois University and completed her Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing – Poetry from Georgia College & State University.

Christine serves as the Assistant Director for Pre-Professional & Graduate School Planning, where she is dedicated to supporting students in their pursuit of graduate and professional programs. In her current role, Christine coordinates the Career Center's Career Planning Milestones initiative, and her team also oversees the GC in DC Legislative Internship Program. Prior to that, she worked in Academic Advising and the Bridge Scholars Program at GCSU.

Christy earned her Bachelors of Science in Outdoor Education (’97) and M.Ed of Instructional Technology (’01) from Georgia College & State University.  She received her Superintendents Certificate (’16) from Harvard University Graduate School of Education and Leadership Management Certificate (’21) from Harvard Graduate School of Education and Havard Business School.  Christy has completed course work in Cinematography (’25) with Quinnipiac University, Central Intelligence at Johns Hopkins University and is currently pursuing a Masters in Tourism & Environmental Sustainability Management at Colorado State University.

Christy serves as the Assistant Director for Employer Relations & Internships.  Before joining the Career Center, Christy served 29 years as an administrator in Public K12 Education in Georgia, New Hampshire and Massachusetts, serving as a CTO, Director and Executive Director of School Operations.  She is an avid traveler and photojournalist who has covered US Politics and Presidents since 2016 and historical British Royal Events since 2022.

I earned my bachelor's degree in composition & music technologies at LaGrange College in LaGrange, GA in 2013 and my master's degree in music composition at The University of Georgia in Athens, GA in 2016.

I am passionate about student mentorship and development and have been around higher ed for most of my life. Previously, I taught music technology and music composition here at Georgia College & State University from 2016-2021, where I fell in love with Milledgeville. Outside of work, I am a composer and audio engineer. I write and record my own compositions as well as make videos relating to my art. Additionally, I enjoy physical activity and spending time with my dogs and spending time in nature.

Carolyn graduated from Georgia College & State University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.  

Carolyn serves on the Employer Relations and Internship Team as an Internship Coordinator. She provides career advising to help students find success after college. She also creates on-campus opportunities for employers to recruit Georgia College students. 

Kayla received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Sociology from Georgia College & State University in 2023.

Kayla serves in the Career Center’s Pre-Professional and Graduate School Planning team as a Career Development Coordinator I. She helps advise both current students and alumni in career & graduate school planning. She also assists in creating up-to-date resources for students to utilize for career exploration and development.

Sean earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Middle Georgia State University in 2017 before returning to earn his Master of Art in Teaching in 2020.

Sean serves on the Pre-Professional and Graduate School Planning team as a Career Development Coordinator II. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in English from Middle Georgia State University in 2017 before returning to earn his Master of Art in Teaching in 2020. Before joining the Career Center in 2023, he worked in secondary education as an English Language Arts teacher.

Daniella earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Georgia College & State University in 2019, with concentrations in Mass Communication, English, and Psychology. She went on to complete her Master of Public Administration at Georgia College & State University in 2024.

Daniella has been part of the Georgia College & State University Career Center since 2017, starting as a student assistant before becoming an Internship Coordinator in 2019. In her current role on the Employer Relations & Internships team, she works closely with employers and faculty to support internships and serves as the program coordinator for the Disney College Program. She also leads the Career Center’s marketing and social media efforts.

Dani received a Bachelor of Arts in History from Gordon State College and completed her Master of Library and Information Science at Valdosta State University.

Dani serves in the Career Center’s Pre-Professional and Graduate School Planning team as a Career Development Coordinator. She helps advise undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni in career planning. She also helps employers learn more about how they can recruit at Georgia College & State University.