McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
Employee, students and non-students who are victims of sexual assault may choose to access the assistance of a Confidential Advisor. Confidential Advisors can, at the victim’s request:
The following persons have been designated as official Confidential Advisors at McNeese:
Dr. Twila Sterling Guillory
College of Nursing and Health
(337) 475-5542
Dr. Dena Matzenbacher
McNeese Professor and Department Head of Psychology
(337) 475-5434
The Confidential Advisor is not obligated to report crimes to the institution or law enforcement in a way that identifies an alleged victim or an accused individual, unless otherwise required to do so by law. A Confidential Advisor is required to report that an incident occurred for statistical reporting requirements of the Clery Act to McNeese Police.
The same accommodations that are offered to the victim may be offered to the accused. Any requests for accommodations does not automatically trigger an investigation by the institution.
If a student discusses the incident with faculty or staff – with the exception of the Counseling Center or Student Health Services – the faculty or staff member is obligated to report the incident.
In the immediate aftermath of sexual misconduct such as a sexual assault or rape, medical card and the collection of physical evidence are very important. The alleged victim should not shower, bathe, or change clothes and may be taken to the hospital emergency room or Student Health Services.
The McNeese Student Counseling Center is available to provide counseling to students who have been victims of sexual assault. Talking to a counselor or nurse does not constitute report of the incident. However, the counselor or nurse can help you report the incident if you choose to do so.
Talking to a counselor or nurse or reporting the incident can be initiated at any time. Faculty and staff outside of these two areas are NOT confidential resources.
University Sexual Misconduct Policy
I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.
My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.” I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.
In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.