Southern Scholarship Foundation

With years of experience directing scholarship programs and student housing, I am thrilled to be SSF’s President/CEO. Our residents inspire me to elevate the foundation’s profile and attract new supporters to our cause. When not at SSF, I spend time with my wife and two teenagers—and together we occasionally travel to far-flung places to visit friends and family.

Hi, I’m Teresa and I am the Director of Student Affairs for our Central Florida Campus! In my role I am lucky enough to meet our students during the interview process and hear their powerful stories. But the real joy comes in watching them grow into these highly productive adults who are out there every day achieving their dreams. My time with SSF goes beyond the word rewarding because the impact our residents have made on me is something I will always carry with me.

Hello, I’m Gabe! The Assistant to the Director of Student Affairs for Central Florida. I am currently a rising junior at the University of Florida majoring in Computer Science, minoring in Innovation, and a House Manager for Williams-Pilot Scholarship House.

Hello, my name is Dale and I’m the Maintenance Director for Central FL. I look after all the resident houses in Gainesville and Ft. Myers. I have been doing maintenance for over 25 years and I really enjoy helping people.

Hello, my name is Akira Hung. At work, numbers are my partner. Loyal, dependable and organization are my friends. Being a crazy cat lady and mother of two, I love to snuggle and take naps with my family.

Hi, I’m Norman! As the Director of Maintenance for our North Florida Homes my job centers on keeping all 17 of them up and running. Even though it can be a daunting task at times, I do get the privilege to meet and learn a little about our incredible residents along the way. After almost 12 years I have seen many students come and go, and I look forward to meeting the future residents of SSF.

Hi, I’m John Stewart! As a maintenance technician for over 15 years now, I am excited to join Southern Scholarship Foundation. I look forward to starting this new career and meeting so many great people along the way!

Hi, I am one of the Assistants to the Director of Student Affairs for North Florida. I am currently a freshman at Florida State University double-majoring in Psychology and Criminology, and a resident of SSF. This program has made a major impact on my college experience already with all of the wonderful people I have met, and I’m glad I have the opportunity to give back in my position here at the office.

With 19 years of fundraising experience, I am so excited to support and help provide higher education opportunities to deserving students building their futures! When I’m not working I enjoy the simple things in life… spending time with my family and friends. Most of all being a mom to my sweet girl and a wife to my husband. We enjoy spending time at the beach or finding new places to travel together.

Hi, I’m Alexa! As Communications Specialist, I assist with the organization’s marketing, communications, and branding. I am a graduate of the Florida State University, with degrees in English and Italian. As an alumna of the Southern Scholarship Foundation (Lastinger House 2018-2022), I am grateful and delighted to work with the Foundation that shaped me into the young woman I am today.

Hi, I’m Becky! I’ve been a passionate supporter of SSF for 20 years as a Board member and House Champion. After 30 years in hotel management and sales, I’m excited to contribute even more as a member of the SSF Development Team. When not at SSF, you might find me on a plane to Pittsburgh to see my grandsons.