Christy Tanton was born and raised in the Houston area. After high school, Christy attended Texas A&M University to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2006. While an undergraduate student, Christy was extensively involved in her sorority's executive council and was vice president of recruitment for the College Panhellenic Council. From her extracurricular experiences, Christy obtained a job in the Department of Greek Life at Texas A&M, and pioneered the first Women of Color Retreat among other accomplishments. Christy then traveled as a consultant for her national sorority, visiting more than 30 institutions ranging from small private colleges to large public universities, consulting in the areas of recruitment, leadership, personal development and chapter excellence.
After traveling, Christy began full-time work on her Master’s degree at the University of Georgia in Athens. While at UGA, Christy worked in the Center for Leadership and Service as the graduate assistant to the official hosts and goodwill ambassador group on campus, as well as serving on the Chapter Advisory Board for her local sorority chapter. Christy completed her Master’s degree in education in college student affairs administration in 2010 and joined the SMU Admissions office soon after. Christy is the Houston-based Regional Director of Admissions, providing support and guidance to all Houston-area prospective students and their families.
Why SMU?
The student experience at SMU is unparalleled by other colleges. Students enjoy a personal experience from beginning to end of their undergraduate career. With small classes and involved faculty, students are able to develop relationships and find mentors throughout college. SMU’s proximity to the heart of Dallas allows students to capitalize on all the amenities, culture and opportunities that downtown Dallas has to offer while still being able to retreat to a residential atmosphere on and around campus.
College Search Tip:
Do your research! Finding the best fit for you as a student involves absorbing all the information available online, in person and on campus. Once you have researched the academic options available as well as the campus atmosphere, student body and faculty and staff, you will have a solid grasp on what it would be like to attend SMU. Be sure to utilize your admission counselor as you journey through the process; they are there to ease your worries and be an additional resource of information and guidance. I look forward to hearing from you!