Our Team

Staff

Dr. Janice Odom

Director

Janice is responsible for the direction, health, and vibrancy of the Caldwell Fellows program and the service it renders to NC State and beyond. Janice has faculty standing in the Department of Counselor Education and has served as Director of the Caldwell Fellows since 2003. 

Office: 919-515-0558

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Chester Brewer

Associate Director

Chester manages program communications and supports the development of experiential education opportunities for students. He is currently pursuing an Ed. D. with research interests in place-based learning and diversity and inclusion in the outdoors.


Office: 919-515-2976

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Tabitha Hunt

Assistant Director

Tabitha coordinates the budget for all aspects of our program; serves as our events coordinator for things like Selection Day, Gala, and class retreats; and manages our office space.

Office: 919-515-3837

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Dr. Gerald Hawkins

Director Emeritus

Dr. Gerald Hawkins directed the Caldwell Fellows for 34 years, providing wise and attentive counsel to the formation of three decades of students, establishing the reputation embodied by the Caldwell Fellow name.

Home: 919-781-8168

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The Caldwell Fellows Volunteers

The operational model of the Caldwell Fellows mirrors its philosophy, where leadership is widely shared. Dedicated volunteers staff major components of the program, their in-kind contributions of time and expertise embodying the model of servant-leadership.