Main Street TV: Kristen Mershon Rio Grande Director of the Jackson Center

Rio Grande Community College has announced that Kristen Mershon will take over as Director of the Jackson Center. Kristen  has previously served in numerous roles at Rio Grande Community  College. She started as a financial aid advisor and then became one of  the first student success coaches before accepting her new position. She  has an associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, a  bachelor’s degree in Psychology and she is pursuing a master’s degree in  Social Work. Kristen  said that her prior experiences as a financial aid advisor and student  success coach has helped her be a greater asset for this new role. “In  my previous positions at Rio, I have worked with all aspects with the  student side, she said. “I have already developed relationships with  professors and faculty members.” She  wants prospective students to know that the Jackson Center is a smaller  option where students can complete their general education requirements  and can receive an associate’s degree. “The Jackson Center is more like  a family where we can assist students with any financial aid and open  up more avenues.” Kristen stated, “I love my Rio family and look forward to changing tomorrows for the Jackson County Community!”