Student Affairs Staff

	Name: Kirsten Halthen Adams (Kiki) Title: Resident Director of Helen White Hall At Belhaven since: 2008 Hometown: Cumming, GA Hobbies/Interests: Photography, reading, knitting, horseback riding, ballet, traveling, hanging out with people who challenge me to grow. Favorite Music: Soundtracks and musicals Belhaven Favorite: Talking with friends on one of the swings till late at night. One thing students should know: Following Christ isn't just about living a lifestyle that doesn't offend Him (which sounds, and is, pretty boring); it is an adventure that will bring purpose and joy and peace to your life that you could never find outside of His will. So don't be afraid to do the things that He asks of you even if you don't feel prepared or equipped because He will be sufficient for all your needs!
	Name: Alex Ainsworth Title: Coordinator of Student Leadership and Intramurals At Belhaven Since: 2006 Hometown: Florence, MS Hobbies/Interests: Basketball, hunting, fishing Favorite Music: Gospel Belhaven Favorite: Escape to the Lake One thing students should know: Do the best you can do with what you have where you are.
	Name: Ruby Allen Title: Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Athletics At Belhaven Since: 2005 Hometown: Pinola, MS Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, board games, family and church activities Favorite Music: Gospel Belhaven Favorite: My first official day at Belhaven --- the day Hurricane Katrina hit Mississippi One thing students should know: Phil 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
	Name: Daniel James Browne Title: Resident Director, Robertson and Wells Hall At Belhaven since: 2009 Hometown: Dallas, TX Hobbies/Interests: Music, sports, and people. Favorite Music: Coldplay, Explosions in the Sky. Belhaven Favorite: Reformed University Fellowship. One thing students should know: You won’t always be around your peers so branch out.
	Name: Mary Downing Forester Title: Coordinator of Student Life and Resident Director of Caldwell Hall At Belhaven since: 2006 Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL Hobbies/Interests: Reading, cooking for friends, shopping, traveling, watching movies, playing volleyball Favorite Music: I like almost all kinds of music. Belhaven Favorite: Welcome Week! It’s so fun meeting all the new students and their families. One thing students should know: College only happens once. Take advantage of the opportunities you have to serve God, excel academically, get involved, and make friends.
	Name: Jennifer Griffin Title: Administrative Assistant to the Director of Student Leadership At Belhaven Since: 2006 Hometown: Jackson, MS Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, exercising, eating healthy and shopping for bargains Favorite Music: Today’s R&B Belhaven Favorite: The rocking chairs One thing students should know: Enjoy your college experience…it is over so quickly!
	Name: Greg Hawkins Title: Dean of Student Life At Belhaven Since: 2006 Hometown: Chicago, IL Hobbies/Interests: Sports, playing cards, ping pong Favorite Music: Hip Hop/Rap Belhaven Favorite: RA Training. One thing students should know: Take advantage of the opportunities to make life-long friendships while you are at college.
	Name: Ashley King Title: Coordinator for Career & Academic Development At Belhaven Since: 2009 Hometown: Olive Branch, MS Hobbies/Interests: I love running, riding bikes, photography, drawing and painting. Favorite Music: 80’s music Belhaven Favorite: Battle of the Bands One thing student should know: The professors are there to help. Don’t be afraid to ask questions!
	Name: Jodi Krogman Title: Resident Director, Gillespie Hall At Belhaven Since: 2006 Hometown: Brookings, SD Hobbies/Interests: Running, shopping, reading, French Vanilla Hot Chocolate, palm trees, the beach, spending time with family and friends Favorite Music: Selah, Watermark, Vicky Beeching, Shane & Shane, Chris Tomlin Belhaven Favorite: Welcome Week – This week is always a lot of fun. I love getting to meet all of the new students! One thing students should know: There are going to be times throughout college when you feel overwhelmed and stressed but it is crucial that you allow the Lord to continue to use those times to grow and shape you into the person you will become.
	Name: Helen Martin Title: Campus Student Advisor/Bible Instructor At Belhaven Since: 1989 Hometown: Patrocino, MG; Brasil, SA Hobbies/Interests: Family and reading Favorite Music: Folk, jazz, Fernando Ortega! Belhaven Favorite: Campus-wide Luau at the beginning of school each year One thing students should know: Put Jesus first and honor your family by your studies and lifestyle. Then, college will be fun.
	Name: Jo Beth Petty Title: Director of Student Leadership At Belhaven Since: 2003 Hometown: Union City, TN Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with family and friends, watching movies, playing games, playing and watching sports, the beach, Tennessee sports…GO VOLS! Favorite Music: Wide variety…Watermark, John Mayer, instrumental music, hymns, Colbie Caillot, Marc Broussard Belhaven Favorite: Peer Leader training each year; spending time with the Belhaven Activities Team and BLC. One thing students should know: Focus is everything! Psalm 37:3-7
	Name: Ron Pirtle Title: Dean of Student Development. At Belhaven Since: 2005 Hometown: Bolivar, TN Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my wife and three boys, fishing, playing games, singing, cooking out, reading Favorite Music: Worship music, jazz Belhaven Favorite: Meeting and training our orientation peer leaders! They are awesome! One thing student should know: Always strive to do your best; whether studying, socializing or ministering…live by Colossians 3:23!
	Name: Cassie Rapp Title: Coordinator of Student Leadership & Activities Hometown: Holtville, CA Hobbies/Interest: Reading, writing, singing, playing piano, dancing, choreographing, spending time with incredible friends and family, playing games, running and enjoying the outdoors, listening to great speakers. Favorite Music: I don’t feel right singling out one music group…I love Adele, Nickel Creek, Brandon Heath, Bing Crosby, Etta James, Bethany Dillon , Robin Thicke, Zero7 and much much more! Belhaven Favorite: I really look forward to watching students participate in events on campus- Battle of the Bands has been a long time favorite. One thing students should know: Practice this often; Prov.3:5-6. Always have an umbrella, and if it rains…know that it is no surprise to your maker! Choose to believe that your attitude makes up 90% of your experiences anywhere!
	Name: Glenda Smith Title: Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Student Life At Belhaven Since: 2006 Hometown: Jackson, MS Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, singing, family activities, computer games, spending time with my grandsons and working with hospice patients Favorite Music: Contemporary Gospel Belhaven Favorite: Singing in Chapel with the Belhaven Gospel Choir One thing students should know: If you are going to pray, don’t worry; if you are going to worry, don’t pray! And, no matter how bad things may seem, they could always be worse!