Lowcountry Graduate Center
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Staff Members
 

Steven R. Barry
Technologist
barrys@lowcountrygradcenter.org       

Steve is responsible for maintaining distance education equipment and directing and receiving distance education classes. He also troubleshoots computer technical problems and provides technology assistance to faculty, students, and staff. He analyzes and recommends hardware and software upgrades, while working with the on-site Librarian to research trends and implement instructional technology practices.

 

Steve graduated Cum Laude from Trident Technical College and obtained an associate’s degree in Industrial Technology and Radio and Television Broadcasting. He has worked as a technical director and broadcast technician for ten years at WCSC-TV5, and previously served as a Public Health Technician at the U.S. Air Force base in Charleston.


Christian M.  Duncan
Marketing Coordinator
duncanc@lowcountrygradcenter.org      

Chris coordinates the production of various marketing communications, including, but not limited to newsletters, program brochures, print and radio advertisements. He represents the LGC at various outreach events and fairs. He is also responsible for coordinating and writing original promotional materials and news releases. 

 

A graduate of the College of Charleston's Honors Program, Chris earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication. Before joining the LGC, Chris was employed by the American Red Cross where he served as Public Support Associate, working in media relations, event planning and fundraising.
 

Jannette L. Finch
Librarian
finchj@lowcountrygradcenter.org

Jannette is responsible for developing library materials and instruction for the LGC in new and exciting ways.  

 

Since her arrival, Jannette has established a small virtual library where she assists students and faculty with their research using electronic databases and reference materials available on the Web. She also provides library services instruction to onsite classes as well as receive books and materials through the interlibrary loan systems established at the College of Charleston, Citadel, MUSC, USC and Clemson.

 

Jannette earned a BA in English from the College of Charleston and a MA in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina.  Prior to joining the LGC, Finch served as the Academic Computing Specialist in the Department of Academic Computing at the College of Charleston

 

Her research interests include visual learning and information literacy. Her civic activities include serving on the Charleston Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee and on the Charleston Triathlon Club board.
 

Jessica L. Robinson
Facility Manager
robinsonjl@lowcountrygradcenter.org

Jessica’s primary responsibilities involve coordinating and implementing administrative, business management, and support services for the College of Charleston North Campus and the LGC, in addition to providing support to students, faculty and visitors.

 

Jessica earned a B.S. in English from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Prior to joining the LGC, she served as the Student Employment Specialist and Office Supervisor in the Human Resources Department of Central Michigan University.

  


Patricia L. Simpson
Student Services Coordinator
simpsonp@lowcountrygradcenter.org

Patty assists prospective students with program information and provides academic support to enrolled students. She also serves as a liaison to the LGC partnering institutions, managing program delivery and scheduling course offerings. 

 

Since 1993, Patty has served in roles related to student admissions, recruitment, counseling and advising for the College of Charleston most of which was spent at the College of Charleston North Campus.

 

Her hobbies include gardening, boating, going for walks, bicycling and relaxing while reading a good book.