Financial Aid Counseling Staff:
The Office of Financial Aid at Southeastern Louisiana University has five full-time counselors employed to assist you. The financial aid counselors are available Monday through Friday, from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. for scheduled or walk-in appointments. (A scheduled appointment is recommended).
Mary Gaye Parent
Hello! My name is Mary Gaye Parent and I am the financial aid counselor assigned to students whose last names begins with A-D. I received my degree in Social Work from Southestern Louisiana University and have been working in the Office of Financial Aid since 1997. If you need assistance with your financial aid, please contact me by visiting the office, making an appointment, calling 985-549-2244, or click here to send me an email message. I look forward to helping you.
Terry Garner
Hello Everyone! Greetings from the office of Terry Garner. I am your financial aid counselor if your last name begins with E-L. I received my Bachelor's degree from Southeastern Louisiana University, and I am pursuing a Master's Degree in Educational Counseling. If you need assistance, contact me by email, phone, or in person. I welcome the opportunity to assist you.
Laverne Richardson
Hi students! If your last name begins with M-R, you will need to speak with me. My name is Laverne Richardson and I am your financial aid counselor. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Southeastern Louisiana University. I am currently working on my Master's degree in Business Administration. Please contact me via email or come visit with me at the Office of Financial Aid. I’ll be happy to assist you with your financial aid needs.
Melissa Peltier
Hello. My name is Melissa Peltier, and I am your financial aid counselor if your last name begins with S-Z. I received my Bachelor's degree in Finance from Southeastern Louisiana University, and I am currently working on my Master's degree in Business Administration. If you need assistance with financial aid, please contact me by visiting the office, calling 985-549-2244, or via email. I look forward to assisting you!
Jessica Belko
Hello Everyone! My name is Jessica Belko. I am the financial aid counselor in the Reception Office. I received my Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Ohio University. If you need assistance with your financial aid, please visit me and my staff on North Campus, Building A, Room 121 or contact me via email to send a message. I look forward to assisting you.