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Enrollment Management and Student Success

Enrollment Management and Student Success

Shaping Student Success

At Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO), the Office of Enrollment Management and Student Success is dedicated to guiding students every step of the way—from application to graduation. We provide the tools, resources, and personalized support needed to help each student thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through collaborative programs, strategic advising, and a commitment to student-centered excellence, we ensure that every Knight is equipped to succeed and make a meaningful impact in their community and beyond.

 

 

 

Dr. Ashonta Wyatt

Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Success (EMSS)

AWyatt@suno.edu
 

Welcome to Southern University at New Orleans!

I am Dr. Ashonta Wyatt, and it is my honor to serve as the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Success (EMSS) here at SUNO—a place where resilience, excellence, and purpose meet to shape the leaders of tomorrow.

As a native of New Orleans, a proud HBCU graduate, and a lifelong advocate for educational equity, I understand firsthand the power of opportunity, access, and community. My journey has been grounded in service, leadership, and a deep belief that every student—no matter their background—deserves a high-quality education and the support needed to thrive.

At SUNO, we don't just enroll students; we empower them. In my role, I oversee the offices and services that help guide students from their first point of contact with SUNO through to graduation. That includes admissions, financial aid, academic advising, first-year experience programs, and everything in between.

The mission of EMSS is to ensure that every Knight who walks through our doors is seen, heard, supported, and set up for success.

Our values include:

Serving our students, our city, and each other with purpose and passion.
Believing in the strength of community and collaboration.
Offering every student a fresh start and a path forward.
These values aren't just words—they are the foundation of how we operate. We know many of our students are first-generation, working parents, transfer students, returning adults, or navigating life’s many challenges. SUNO meets you where you are—and walks with you to where you want to go.

We are deeply committed to removing barriers, amplifying student voices, and creating pathways to success that are both personal and powerful. Whether you’re considering SUNO, newly enrolled, or nearing graduation, know that you are never alone in this journey.

This is more than college—this is family. This is legacy. This is SUNO.

Welcome to your new beginning!

Sincerely,

Dr. Ashonta Wyatt