Our Team
Dr. Barry Hall II, MBA, M.Ed., Ed.D.
Director of Charter Through College Programs
He/Him/His
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-6941
Dr. Hall joined the Charter Schools Office in November 2018, bringing more than 10 years of experience in higher education and K-12 school to the team. Throughout his career, Dr. Hall has worked closely with high school students and college students to ensure they have the resources and support they need to succeed. Barry has previously held roles as an Admissions Counselor, High School Counselor, Career Programs Facilitator, and as a Pre-College Coordinator at Ferris State University. He is passionate about bridging the poverty gap between low-income families, first-generation college-going students and students of color with college attainment and college completion.
Degrees
- Ed.D. in Higher Education - Central Michigan University
- M.Ed. in School Counseling - Grand Valley State University
- M.B.A. - University of Phoenix
- B.S. in Merchandise Marketing - Michigan State University
Shelby Powell, LLMSW
Charter Through College Specialist
She/Her/Hers
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 402-9234
Shelby joined the CSO team as the Charter Through College Specialist, a role where she works directly with current and prospective GVSU students, providing programs to foster engagement and success. She is an alumnus of Michigan Math and Science Academy, a GVSU-authorized charter public school located in Warren, MI. She initially joined the CSO team as a student worker in her sophomore year at Grand Valley. She later transitioned into a new role as a Graduate Assistant for the Charter Through College Program. Shelby is passionate about advocating for students who struggle with mental health, trauma, and special needs.
Degrees
- Master of Social Work (MSW) -- Grand Valley State University
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) -- Grand Valley State University
Genevieve Reside, MS
Charter Scholars Specialist
She/Her/Hers
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-9138
Genevieve joined the CTC team as the Charter Scholars Specialist, a role where she works directly with current GVSU Charter Scholars and oversees our Thompson Student Success Center. Genevieve has been involved in many aspects of campus life, having been a part of the GVSU Marching Band, the Criminal Justice Student Association, Dance Troupe, Alpha Phi Sigma, and currently teaches a section of EDH 181 Navigating College Success. She is a first-generation college student who is passionate about helping students succeed and overcome barriers in the way of their educational journey.
Degrees
- M.Ed. in Higher Education (in progress) -- Grand Valley State University
- M.S. in Criminal Justice -- Grand Valley State University
- B.A. in Criminal Justice and Psychology -- Grand Valley State University
Spencer Deitrick
Charter Scholars Graduate Assistant
He/Him/His
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-2240
Spencer is a current graduate student pursuing his Master of Social Work degree. In his role at the Charter Schools Office, he supports the creating, organizing, and implementing of services for Charter School alumni enrolled at GVSU. Spencer is committed to continuous growth and takes pride in helping others succeed on their own path of development.
Degrees
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Masters of Social Work (in progress) -- Grand Valley State University
Sam Schlehuber
Charter Through College Graduate Assistant
He/Him/His
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-2240
Sam joined the CSO team as the Charter Through College Graduate Assistant, a supportive role for the Charter Through College Specialist. He is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in social work here at Grand Valley. He is a first-generation college student who is passionate about learning about and advocating for mental health and wellness.
Degrees
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Bachelor of Science in Psychology -- Lake Superior State University
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Masters of Social Work (in progress) -- Grand Valley State University