Shelby Tinsley: Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator

I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Richmond, VA in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science. I majored in Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations and minored in general business. After many hills and valleys, my husband and I took a leap of faith and moved to Harrisonburg, VA in late 2014. Before coming to JMU, I worked at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) for many years in the Information Office and then in the President’s Office. In my spare time you will find me with my nose in a book or two, exploring the valley with my husband or finding new ways to organize my life on a budget.

As Administrative Assistant and Office Coordinator for OSARP, I serve as the primary customer service provider, answering immediate questions from students and other constituents regarding university policies and the Accountability Process while maintaining confidentiality. I assist in the management of the office, which includes managing schedules, appointments, and student files. In addition, I assist with managing the office’s technology, travel, hiring and payroll processes.