LaShae Hooper serves as the Administrative Assistant, providing support to the Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. She is excited to begin her career in higher education, where she can assist staff and students who value personal and professional development. Hooper aspires to pursue a graduate degree in the future.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in communication from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a major in advertising and a minor in business administration. During her undergraduate years, she developed a love for purpose-driven marketing and a passion for higher education, inspired by the invaluable support she received from faculty and staff. Motivated to “pass the torch,” Hooper is dedicated to serving and inspiring others to achieve greatness and persevere through challenges.