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, Pre-Professional & Graduate School Planning. She 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. Christine joined the Career Center team in 2021. Prior to that, she worked in academic advising and the Bridge Scholars Program at GC.

Brittany received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Georgia Southern University in 2013 and completed her Master of Education in Higher Education Administration in 2016. She was a member of the Golden Key International Honor Society. Golden Key is the world’s largest collegiate honor society. Membership into the Society is by invitation only and applies to the top 15% of college and university sophomores, juniors and seniors, as well as top-performing graduate students in all fields of study, based solely on their academic achievements. 

Brittany has worked in higher education since 2014 including enrollment management, advancement, and career services departments. She has experience in recruiting and admissions, donor and alumni relations, event / campaign planning and career development. She has a passion for serving students, maximizing their opportunities, and helping them navigate their choices post graduation. 

Chelsey received a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Sociology from the University of Georgia in 2013 and completed her Master of Public Administration at Georgia College & State University in 2019.

Chelsey serves as an Internship Coordinator II on the Career Center's Employer Relations and Internships team. In this role, she provides career advising to students and helps employers learn more about how they can recruit at Georgia College & State University. Prior to her work in the Career Center, Chelsey served as a Work Based Learning Specialist for Georgia's first statewide WBL program. In this position, Chelsey worked directly with 11th and 12th grade students to connect them with job opportunities and provide guidance on job search skills, career exploration, and employability skills development. She also travelled throughout the middle Georgia area to network with potential business partners and create placement opportunities for students.

Daniella received her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with concentrations in Mass Communication, English, and Psychology from Georgia College in 2019.

Daniella received her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with concentrations in Mass Communication, English, and Psychology from Georgia College in 2019.  Previously, Daniella served for two years as a Career Peer Advisor and Employer Relations Assistant in the Career Center.  Currently, she serves on the Career Center’s Employer Relations and Internship team and leads the Career Center’s marketing and social media promotion.

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. 

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.