At Belhaven University, we believe the admission process should feel personal, not overwhelming. Our admission counselors are here to walk with you every step of the way—answering your questions, helping you explore your options, and cheering you on as you prepare for college. Whether you’re a first-year student, a transfer, or a homeschool family, our team is committed to making sure you feel supported and welcomed into the Belhaven community.
Our Admission Team
Admission Operations Support Specialist
Cassy Acker
Admission Operations Support Specialist
Admission Counselor
Sarah Burns
Admission Counselor
Admission Counselor
Josh Coulter
Admission Counselor
Admission Counselor
Katie Dragoo
Admission Counselor
Admission Counselor
David Ferriss
Admission Counselor
Admission Operations Support Specialist
Anna French
Admission Operations Support Specialist
Assistant Director of Admission
Caleb Henry
Assistant Director of Admission
Admission Counselor
Deanna Jones
Admission Counselor
Director of Admission
Bailey Ketteringham
Director of Admission
Manager of Admission Operations
Lori Kimes
Manager of Admission Operations
Admission Operations Specialist
Lacey Lieberman
Admission Operations Specialist
Admission Counselor for Campus Visits and Events
Christa Meeks
Admission Counselor for Campus Visits and Events
Guest Relations Specialist
Ann Newcomb
Guest Relations Specialist
Assistant Director of Admission
Matthew Ridden
Assistant Director of Admission
Vice President for University Enrollment and Marketing
Suzanne Sullivan
Vice President for University Enrollment and Marketing
Come Meet Us in Person
We love meeting future Blazers and their families face-to-face! Throughout the year, our admission team travels across the region to attend college fairs and visit high schools. These events are a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about Belhaven, and get to know the people who will be guiding you through your admission journey.
Check the table below to see where we’ll be—we’d love for you to stop by our table and introduce yourself!
Or, if you’d like a more personal experience, you can also schedule a visit to our Jackson campus, where you’ll meet our team in person, tour campus, and get a real feel for life at Belhaven.
| Date | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 5:30-8:00 PM |
Christian Home Educators Connection (CHEC) College Fair | Broadmoor Baptist Church 1531 Highland Colony Parkway, Madison, MS |
| 8/4/2026 6:00-8:00 PM |
Christian Home Educators North Mississippi (CHENM) College Fair | Hope Church 2094 McCullough Blvd, Tupelo, MS |
| 8/22/2026 10:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Exploring Healthcare Pathways Event | University of Mississippi Medical Center 2500 N State Street, Jackson, MS |
| 8/25/2026 8:00 AM-4:00PM |
Jackson Area Association of Independent Schools College Fair | Mississippi Agriculture Museum 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, MS |
| 9/9/2026 9:00 AM-2:00 PM |
Tribal Scholarship and Youth Opportunity Program | Silver Star Convention Center 13541 MS-16, Philadelphia, MS |
| 9/14/2026 9:00 AM-2:00 PM |
42nd Annual Junior League of Montgomery Dare to Dream College and Career Fair | The Multiplex at the Cramton Bowl 220 Hall Street, Montgomery, AL |
| 9/14/2026 5:00-8:00 PM |
Bay Area Consortium College Fair | University of South Alabama Student Center 350 Alumni Drive, Mobile, AL |
| 9/15/2026 5:30-7:30 PM |
Jubilee College Fair | Bayside Academy 303 Dryer Ave., Daphne, AL |
| 10/4/2026 1:00-4:00 PM |
NACAC College Fair | LSU New Orleans Recreation and Fitness Center 2000 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, LA |
| 10/5/2026 6:00-8:00 PM |
Dallas Area NACCAP | Heritage Christian Academy 1400 S Goliad St., Rockwall, TX |
| 10/6/2026 9:00 - Noon and 6:00-8:00 PM |
NACAC College Fair | Raising Cane's River Center 275 S River Road, Baton Rouge, LA |
| 10/6/2026 6:00-8:00 PM |
Dallas Area NACCAP | Prestonwood Baptist Church - Plano Campus 6801 W Park Blvd., Plano, TX |
| 10/12/2026 6:00-8:00 PM |
Little Rock Area NACCAP | Little Rock Christian Academy 19010 Cantrell Rd, Little Rock, AR |
| 10/13/2026 9:00 -11:00 AM |
Little Rock Area NACCAP | Conway Christian School 500 East German Lane, Conway, AR |
| 10/26/2026 10:00 AM-Noon |
Mississippi Area NACCAP | Presbyterian Christian School 221 Bonhomie Rd, Hattiesburg, MS |
| 10/27/2026 10:30 AM-12:30 PM |
Mississippi Area NACCAP | Hartfield Academy 1240 Luckney Rd, Flowood, MS |
| 10/28/2026 8:45 AM-1:00 PM |
Mississippi Pine Belt Regional College Fair | William Carey University Waddle Athletic Complex 710 William Carey Parkway, Hattiesburg, MS |
| 10/28/2026 11:30 AM-1:30 PM |
Birmingham Area NACCAP | Westminster School at Oak Mountain 5080 Cahaba Valley Trace Birmingham, AL |
Contact Us
Office of Admission
Phone: 601-968-5940Mailing Address:
1500 Peachtree Street, Box 153
Jackson, MS 39202
For campus visit:
Jimmy Hood Welcome Center
855 Riverside Drive
Jackson, MS 39202
Fax: 601-300-2932
Verse of the Year
"Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit," says the Lord Almighty.
Zechariah 4:6