Your Counselor

email: bdford@lagrange.edu 
office phone: 706-880-8069
mobile phone: 706-443-4819

Academics
Accountancy, Business (Sports Management, Nonprofit Leadership), Entrepreneurship, Education (Early Childhood, Middle Grades & Secondary), Undeclared

Graduate 
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Athletics
Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Golf

Braxton was born in LaBelle, Florida, and graduated with a Business degree from LaGrange College. While at LaGrange, he played varsity basketball for four years and won two conference championships, and spent time in London studying Sports Management. Away from the office, he enjoys pickup basketball, working out and fishing on nearby West Point Lake. He never misses an opportunity to beat any and all takers in a serious game of Call Of Duty or NBA 2K on PlayStation 4. 

"I like that I am helping students get an education that will prepare them for a better future.”

email: fjohnson@lagrange.edu 
phone: 706-880-8303

Academics
International Students, English/Modern Languages, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), History, Mathematics / Computational Math, Pre-Engineering, Physics, Undeclared

Athletics
Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse, Swimming, Men’s and Women’s Tennis

A native of LaGrange, Georgia, Forrest received a B.A. in International Affairs from the University of Georgia. His interests include travel, reading, watching college football and following his favorite soccer teams, Arsenal and Atlanta United. Forrest never misses an episode of "Game of Thrones."

"LaGrange is a diverse, close-knit and welcoming community, and it’s a real pleasure to help entire families become members of that community.”

email: semorman@lagrange.edu 
phone: 706-880-8645

Academics
Art & Design, Music, Composition & Music Technologies, Digital Creative Media & Film, Musical Theatre/Theatre Arts, Adult Programs (Evening College, Non-Degree Seeking, Re-Admit)

Graduate
Philanthropy and Development

Extra-Curricular
Band, Choir

I graduated with a General Studies degree with a focus in Music and Theatre from LaGrange College. During my time at LaGrange I participated in many Theatre Arts productions, including "Sweeney Todd" my freshman year, and had the opportunity to study in Barcelona and the South of France through my Jan Term trip. I love singing, reading and drawing in my spare time, and I love watching crime dramas on Netflix. I’m also a big fan of soccer.

"I think that the opportunity to work with so many different types of people is extremely exciting. To be able to help students find a campus that fills a need in their lives is a real blessing."

email: jeolson@lagrange.edu 
phone: 706-880-8276

Academics
Political Science, Pre-Law, Psychology, Religion/Philosophy, Pre-Seminary, Sociology

Graduate
MAT, M.Ed., Ed.S., Tier I Certification

Athletics
Cross Country, Men's and Women's Soccer, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball, Football

Justyn was born in Corbin, Kentucky, and moved to LaGrange in 2010. He recently graduated with an Exercise Science degree from LaGrange College. While on campus, he played varsity basketball—winning conference championships in 2015 and 2017. During his off time, he enjoys working out, playing pickup basketball or spending time in the outdoors.

"I love meeting so many different students and hearing their stories. I also love being able to assist in giving them the same, wonderful experience that LaGrange College gave to me."

email: aphilli1@lagrange.edu 
phone: 706-880-8228 
fax: 706-880-8010

Academics
Exercise Science (inc. Pre-P.T.), Biochemistry (including Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Med, Pre-Vet, Pre-Dental), Biology, Chemistry, Nursing, Transfers

Graduate
Strength and Conditioning 

Athletics
Baseball, Cheerleading, Softball

Ansley was born in Columbus, Georgia, and is a recent graduate of Columbus State University, where she earned her B.A. in Communications - Public Relations. During her time at CSU, she was also social media certified. She enjoys spending time on the lake with her family and friends during the summer. Ansley also loves baseball and football!

“I enjoy working with students and their families, getting to know them, and helping them understand and feel comfortable with all the great things LaGrange College has to offer!”