Ted Booth, PhD 
Director of Academic Support
Finley Resource Center, RM 113
phone: 423.869.6080
email: [email protected]
Dr. Booth has worked at LMU for over 8 years. He has a B.A. in History from Milligan College, a MSSW from the University of Tennessee, a MAR in Historical Theology from Emmanuel Christian Seminary, and a PhD in Renaissance and Reformation History from the University of Tennessee. He also teaches history and religion courses at LMU. He is a big University of Tennessee fan and is a part -time minister at his church. He is originally from Kingsport, Tennessee but now lives in Jonesville, VA with his wife, and three daughters.
Simeon Edosomwan, PhD
Academic Support Coordinator for the Cornerstone Program
Finley Resource Center RM 106
phone: 423.869.7002
email: [email protected]
Dr. Simeon Edosomwan recently joined the LMU family as Academic Support Coordinator.
He has a PhD in 
Occupational and Adult Education from North Dakota State University, a MED with Business
Concentration from Minot State University, and a B.A in History and International
Studies and Diplomacy from The University of Benin City, Nigeria. Dr. Edosomwan is
also a motivational speaker that empower individuals and groups to rise above the odds
of life. He recently published an international bestseller You Have the Power to Excel. He is originally from Nigeria and blessed with a wife and three kids. He enjoys soccer,
traveling, meeting people, and giving hope to people.
Jill Neeley, MEd
Academic Support Counselor
Finley Resource Center, RM 114
phone: 423.869.6757
email: [email protected]
Mrs. Neeley has worked at LMU for 19 years in the areas of Student Financial Services and Academic Support Services. She has a B.A. degree in Business Management, and a M.Ed. in Counseling and Guidance, both from LMU. She resides in Speedwell, TN with her husband, daughter, and their miniature Yorkie named Ziggy. During her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family traveling, watching movies, or just having a game night at home.
Academic Support and Career Services Counselor
For Athletes and International Students
Duke 304
phone: 423.869.6679
email: [email protected]
Mrs. Butcher is a native of Claiborne county and has worked at LMU over 8 years. She started out working in the Math and Natural Sciences department and then worked in the Physician Assistant program for 7 years. She has a B.S. in psychology from LMU and a M.Ed. in Allied Health education from Widener University. Some of her favorite pastimes are hanging out with her family and two bunnies, traveling, and hiking in the mountains.
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