Alexandria Houston McInnis

ahouston2@tnstate.edu       
https://tnstate.campus.eab.com/pal/yMxI6W1V28

Alexandria Houston McInnis

Favorite Quote: "Every flower grows through dirt" - Laurie Jean Sennott

Job Title: First-Generation Specialist

Coaching Mindset: I believe coaching is about shifting from trying to fix a problem to allowing students the space to resolve their own solutions. Focusing on the person instead of the problem or desired result creates an opportunity for a better coaching experience and deeper sense of growing!

Higher Education Background:

  • B.S. - Mass Communications - Tennessee State University
  • M.Ed. - Non-Profit Leadership-Belmont University


Interests and Hobbies:

  • Floral Design/Luxury Decor
  • Travel
  • Museums
  • Journaling
  • Quality time with family and friends

Top Life Defining Moments in Higher Education:

  • Being a first-generation graduate with Hon ors
  • The last student to get into my Master’s program from a strong essay and informal conversation with the Dean.

When in College, I Experienced:

  • Disappointment first semester, that I could not go home (Memphis, TN) every weekend
  • Writing for The TSU Meter and Yearbook team
  • Being a member of a TSU community service organization, L.Y.L.A.S
  • Establishing lifelong friendships and professional relationships