Ta'Yanna Dandridge, Sr. Research/Program Assistant & Designated School Official on Influential Women

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Ta'Yanna Dandridge

Sr. Research/Program Assistant & Designated School Official, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR

9Years experience
2Awards received

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree Master's in Business Administration (2017) Cert Designated School Official Cert Glenn Freeman first-timer Scholarship for NAFSA Academy Cert Sarah's Wish Foundation Fellowship Cert Leadership Pine Bluff 2026 cohort Member NAFSA Member Leadership Pine Bluff

Her Story

About Ta'Yanna

Tee Dandridge brings 12 years of experience in higher education and 7 years in international education to her role at a university in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She earned her Master's in Business Administration in 2017 after being encouraged by colleagues to pursue further education. As a Designated School Official, Dandridge ensures that international students remain in legal status during their studies in the United States and supports the administrative side of study abroad programs. She has been selected for the Glenn Freeman first-timer Scholarship for the NAFSA Academy, attended her first regional NAFSA meeting, and received the Sarah's Wish Foundation Fellowship. Dandridge is also a member of the 2026 cohort of Leadership Pine Bluff, engaging with local leaders to learn about community processes, networking, and organizational contributions to the city.

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