Sadie Parker
Phone: 316.866.3381
E-mail: sadie.parker@sckans.edu
Toll-Free Phone: 888.684.5335 ext 3381
Role: Senior Academic Success Coach
Hometown: Mulvane, KS
Hobbies: I love crafting and doing Pinterest projects
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Communication, Professional Master of Business Administration
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I’d pick: Ireland
Accomplishment I’m most proud of: First generation college student
My first job was: at Papa John’s
If I could have one superpower, it would be: Invisibility
Three things that remain on my bucket list: Travel to different countries, meet Brad Paisley, and scuba dive
My favorite quote: “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” – Mother Teresa
What do you like most about your position at Professional Studies? I like that I get to build relationships with students and guide them as they achieve their goals.
What makes you passionate about helping adult learners? I believe that everybody has the ability to earn a degree as long as they truly want it and work for it, and I want them to see that they are capable.
Danielle Reckers
Phone: 785.784.9930
E-mail: danielle.reckers@sckans.edu
Role: Fort Riley Admissions Counselor
Hobbies: Baking, Hiking, Camping and Crocheting
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I’d pick: Puglia, Italy
Accomplishment I’m most proud of: Raising two amazing tiny humans
Someone who inspires me: My Father
My first job was: Newspaper route at the age of 7
Guilty pleasure: Nutella and banana on a cold tortilla
Three things that remain on my bucket list: Walk on a black sand beach, finish a marathon, sponsor a Child’s wish through Make-a-Wish Foundation
If I could have one superpower, it would be: Telekinesis
My favorite quote: “Growing old is mandatory, but growing up is optional” -Walt Disney
What do you like most about your position at Professional Studies? I like that I get to be apart of this chapter of their life.
What makes you passionate about helping adult learners? I love I am helping someone start or continue their dreams, reminding them it is never too late to carve a new path.
Kathy Rundell
Phone: 316-866-3383
Email: kathy.rundell@sckans.edu
Role: Admissions Counselor
Hometown: Derby, KS
Hobbies: I enjoy reading and music.
Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Education, Master of Science in Education, Master of Science in Academic Advising
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I’d pick: Hawaii
Accomplishment I’m most proud of: Raising my son
My first job was: Babysitting
If I could have one superpower, it would be: Time travel
Two things that remain on my bucket list: Owning a mid-60’s black Camaro, be a grandparent (totally out of my control)
My favorite quote: “You’ve always had the power, my dear, you just had to learn it for yourself”
What do you like most about your position at Professional Studies? Helping people achieve their goals.
What makes you passionate about helping adult learners? I’ve been in their shoes, and I can relate to many of the challenges they must overcome. It is a great feeling knowing that you have helped someone on their journey.