Meet Our Staff

Liz (she/her) has a passion for helping children, young adults and families. She joined Towson University over 25 years ago, first as a technology trainer and then as a learning specialist. Mrs. Scarbrough received her B.A. in chemistry from the University of San Diego, followed by her M.S. in chemistry from Carnegie Mellon University and M.Ed. in early childhood education at Towson University. In her free time, her greatest joy is spending time with family. She also enjoys solving puzzles, playing games, and playing with her green cheek conure, Fiesta.

April began her career as a professional chef in Pittsburgh. Eventually, returning to Towson as manager of a natural food store, she honed skills in leadership, operations, and consumer relations for over a decade before taking time to focus on raising her four children. Upon returning to the workforce, April transitioned into office administration, where her organizational expertise and commitment to excellence shine. She currently finds fulfillment supporting the students and staff of the Tutoring & Learning Center. Her passion for education and community has led to leadership roles in Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and the PTA. During free time, April enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, or stargazing and is an avid reader who believes in the lifelong pursuit of knowledge.

Jeremy (he/him) earned a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from Towson University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Baltimore, and a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Development from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Jeremy has taught at both the graduate and undergraduate levels and started his journey in higher education employment as an Undergraduate Mathematics Tutor before becoming a Tutoring Coordinator here at Towson University. He has a passion for helping students reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom. In his free time, he enjoys cheering for the local sports teams, spending time with family and friends, traveling, training for triathlons, and playing with his dog, Tango.

Janae (she/her) received her B.S. in Liberal Studies at Lesley University and her M.F.A. in Creative Writing at Adelphi University. She has been teaching and aiding students in reaching their learning goals for over a decade and has been working in higher education since 2020. Janae is a born and bred New Yorker who is always on the lookout for great pizza and bagels. Other than teaching, her passions include dance, reading, and writing. She also enjoys experimenting in the kitchen and exploring historical sites.

Lucero (she/her) received her B.A. in Spanish from McDaniel College and her M.S. in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology from Western Governors University. She started working at TU in 2024 as an Academic Advisor with the AARC office before switching over to TLC as a Learning Specialist. In her free time, Lucero enjoys Latin dancing and cooking new recipes. She also likes to travel and learn about different cultures.

Siamak comes from a family of educators and has a passion for helping students succeed. His journey in higher education started from tutoring, where he tutored in chemistry and math. In the role of an Academic Success Coach, he helped students develop skills such as organizational and time management to be successful in college. He received his B.A. in Chemistry from University of Maryland Baltimore County and M.S. in Chemistry from Ohio University. He currently teaches undergraduate chemistry courses and enjoys every aspect of interacting with the students and helping them achieve their educational goals. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends. He also enjoys biking, swimming, and exploring the state parks and hiking routes. 

Angela enjoys the vivacious college atmosphere of students seeking a valuable goal. Born and raised in Baltimore, her path turned toward Towson University. She attended TU as a student, worked on campus as a student assistant, earned a B.A. degree in mass communications and devotes her career in higher education as a full-time staff member. In addition to her enjoyment of working with college students for over 35 years, Ms. Simms cherishes church fellowship, giving to the needy and missionaries, traveling, interior decorating, and delicious meals with friends and family.

Sandrine (she/her) holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics from The City University of New York and a Master of Science (MS) in Applied Mathematics with a concentration in Actuarial Science from Boston University. With over a decade of experience teaching mathematics in higher education and occasionally French, Sandrine is passionate about enhancing students' learning experiences. In her free time, she enjoys quality time with her family, researching, cooking, painting, and serving as a board member and current president of the Maryland College Learning Center Association. Driven by a love of learning, Sandrine consistently seeks innovative approaches to education.

Tyler (he/him) is a Towson alumnus and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science and Risk Management. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Actuarial Science and Predictive Analytics. During his time as an undergraduate, he was the Public Relations Officer for the Actuarial Science and Risk Management Club in which he helped promote workshops and club events. He recently worked for the Tutoring & Learning Center as the STEM Graduate Assistant. In his spare time, he is an avid gamer who loves hosting game nights with his friends.

Maya is pursuing a master's degree in Forensic Science. She graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry with a concentration in Trace Evidence and Drug Analysis. As an undergraduate, she served as the co-president of Towson's Urban Farm Club and worked as a Community Center Assistant. Maya also has experience working as an undergraduate learning assistant for chemistry courses. In her free time, she enjoys baking, completing crossword puzzles, and gardening.

Jason earned his Bachelor of Science degrees in Exercise Science, Theater Arts, and Biology at Towson University.  He has also completed his Master of Science in Biology at TU. He is now pursuing his second Master’s degree in Nursing. During his graduate degree, he was a graduate teaching assistant for the Department of Biological Sciences. Jason recently served as a biology adjunct professor and first-year and transfer student advisor. He has a passion for healthcare and education. He enjoys going to the movies, watching Broadway musicals, and traveling.