Study Hall Hours
Davey L. Whitney Health and Physical Education Complex
Monday-Thursday
9 a.m.-9 p.m
Friday
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday
3-9 pm
 
 
STAFF
Cyrus K Russ, Assistant Vice President for Athletic Compliance and Academic Services
ckruss@alcorn.edu
601.877.6115
 
Courtney Washington, Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance & Student-Athlete Services
washingtonc@alcorn.edu
601.877.6114
 
Jivanna Smith, Coordinator of Student-Athlete Services
Men’s Track, Women’s Track, Football, Volleyball, Women's Basketball
jivanna@alcorn.edu
601.877.6497
 
LaDonna Cook, Athletic Academic Advisor/Learning Specialist
lcook@alcorn.edu
601.877.6386
 
MISSION
To provide each student athlete with guidance, resources, and support that will enhance their development both academically and personally. The Office of Athletic Academic Enhancement & Compliance (OAAEC) is committed to upholding the academic and athletic integrity of the institution with a commitment to academic achievement and compliance adherence.
 
VISION
To cultivate an intrinsic culture of academic and athletic achievement. This is accomplished within a proactive success driven environment that delivers quality academic services and diverse programming.
 
SERVICES PROVIDED
The Office of Athletic Compliance & Academic Enhancement reports to the University’s President’s Office.  The staff also works directly with all coaches and the athletic administration team in ensuring the needs of all student-athletes enrolled at Alcorn State University are met.  The OAAE staff serves student-athletes in a variety of capacities on a daily basis throughout the year.  Athletic academic counselors work diligently to ensure that all student-athletes receive the assistance necessary to be successful in the classroom.  Services include, but are not limited to:
 

• Academic Advisement
• Academic Monitoring
• Career Development
• Degree Completion E-mentorship Program
• First-Year Experience Program
• Innovative Learning Space
• Pre-Professional Program Collaboration
• Student-Athlete Development
• Travel Letters
• Tutoring Program
• Peer Coaches