Staff

Hope Stockton earned her bachelor's degree in finance and history from Huntingdon College, a master's degree in management from Troy University, and is a PhD Candidate in Adult Education at Auburn University. She initially came to Auburn in 2003 as the Executive Director of the Blue Ridge Conference on Leadership in the College of Business. Prior to her employment with Auburn, Stockton spent 13 years in healthcare management and worked for the United States Army Budget Office in Vicenza, Italy. She brings 23 years of administrative and financial management experience to the office along with extensive experience in planning, developing and administering professional and continuing education programs. As the director, she provides leadership and administrative, financial and academic management for the OPCE.

Patricia Bloser earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Shippensburg University and a master’s degree in adult education from Auburn University (’19). She joined The Office of Professional and Continuing Education in September of 2012 as a program developer. In 2021, Patricia was awarded her current role, in which she serves as the office manager and supports OPCE efforts through processing accounts payable/receivable, managing contracts, overseeing payroll and posting positions for staffing. Patricia has over 20 years of combined experience in program development, management and administration.

Michelle Blount earned her bachelor’s degree in humanities and social sciences from Auburn University at Montgomery. Prior to joining the Office of Professional and Continuing Education as a coordinator for business and administrative services in June 2021, she served in both the for- and non-profit sectors for over 25 years as an office/financial administrator. Michelle and her husband, Ronnie, have two sons and enjoy spending time with them on their family farm.

Lisa Brantly earned both her master’s in communication (’92) and doctorate in adult education from Auburn University (’06). She brings more than 25 years of experience in curriculum development, instruction and teaching at the undergraduate level and designing and implementing training programs in the corporate setting. Lisa began working for Auburn University Outreach in 2002 and joined OPCE as a program developer in 2015 where she manages the various aspects of online course development and instructional design. Lisa lives with her husband and cat on a small lake in Opelika.

Crystal Harris joined the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in December of 2021 as a program developer for Auburn Youth Programs. Throughout her career, Crystal has worked with local youth programs and brings her experience to OPCE. In her role, she works with campus partners to coordinate academic camps and programs. Crystal earned her undergraduate degree from Auburn University (’21) in media studies and once attended Auburn Youth Programs as a camper.

Lisa Howze joined the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in 2022 as an administrative support associate. Lisa is an appointed notary public and brings more than 18 years of combined experience in payroll and administrative work. A native of Opelika, she now resides on Lake Harding in Salem, Alabama, where she enjoys boating, fishing and spending time with her children and five grandchildren.

Mark Lipscomb joined Auburn University’s Office of Professional and Continuing Education in 2016 as a Program Developer for Community Courses. Mark has held multiple positions as a supervisor in the customer service sector for over 15 years. He received his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Auburn University (’12).

Amanda Salatto joined the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in 2016 as the Marketing Coordinator where she manages marketing and creative efforts to promote OPCE programs and events. Amanda graduated from Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science in Communication/Public Relations in 2004. She brings 13 years combined experience in education, marketing, and event planning.

Alan Spencer joined the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in the Spring of 2016. He received his Bachelor’s degree in English from Alabama A&M University.

Alan worked as an executive, in the non-profit sector, bringing over 12 years of experience in development planning, public relations, marketing, public speaking, administration, communications, fund raising and customer service. He now serves as a Program Developer for Conference and Event services.

Shavon Williams earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Troy University, Phenix City, Alabama and a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Phoenix, Dallas Texas. Prior to her joining the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in June 2014 as a Program Developer, Shavon was an instructor for Adult Education at Southern Union State Community College. She brings 25 years of combined service in banking, compliance and project management where she has facilitated and served in all aspects/capacities.

Daniel (Dong Woo) Yu earned his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ. Prior to his joining the Office of Professional and Continuing Education in November 2015, Daniel was a President/CEO of two Korean Automotive Suppliers, Hanwha Advanced Materials and SCAutotech. He brings the office 30 years of expertise in the areas of automotive industry, new business development and manufacturing operations and management as well as R&D in new technology. He now serves as an Assistant Director for Global Leadership Training Initiatives.