04/22/2026
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Kayla Barber for being named a Marshall University Student Success Champions! 💚🏆🦬
Recognized during yesterday's ceremony at Drinko Library, this honor reflects what so many already know......Kayla’s impact reaches far beyond her role as our Transition Age Youth (TAY) LevelUP Lead Coach.💫🌟
One student shared during the ceremony:
“She is so much more than a staff member—she is a consistent, trusted presence during some of the most challenging transitions of our lives. Kayla goes above and beyond to meet students exactly where they are, both emotionally and practically. She connects students to critical resources, helps them navigate job opportunities, supports campus initiatives, and helps make sure no barrier is too big when support is required. Kayla is genuinely inclusive. She builds relationships rooted in trust, and because of that, students seek her out. She reminds us that student success is not about academics. It's about belonging, dignity, and someone believing that you are worth showing up for it. Kayla Barber doesn't just support student success—she makes students feel less alone while finding their independence, and for that we are incredibly grateful.”
This is the heart of the work happening through Level UP and our Center of Excellence. 💚
Congratulations, Kayla—this recognition is so well deserved. 🎉