Tim Zimmer, Director of Academic Advising
Main Hall (MA 117)
Student Services Department
Tim has been advising students for IECC since 1996 and at WVC since 1998. He oversees the advising program of the College. He is the senior academic advisor in the IECC District. Tim holds an Associate in Science degree from Wabash Valley College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Advanced Technical Studies from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. He is also an Illinois Concealed Carry Firearms Instructor for the College. A United States Air Force veteran, Tim served over 7 years on active duty and another 16 years with the Air National Guard retiring as a Lt. Colonel in 2012.
Contact Tim at 618-263-5024 or zimmert@iecc.edu.
Patrick Harris, Coordinator of Career Advisement
Career and Technical Education / Athletics
Main Hall (MA 116)
Student Services Department
Patrick has been advising students at WVC since 2018. He assists in advising, assessing, registration and placement of students into career and technical education programs. Patrick holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science/Secondary Education from the University of Southern Indiana and a Master of Arts degree in Education/Sports Leadership and Coaching from West Liberty University. Patrick also serves as the WVC Women’s Head Soccer Coach.
Contact Patrick at 618-263-5025 or harrisp@iecc.edu.
Michelle Woods, Program Advisor
Nursing
Bauer Media Center (BMC 5)
Michelle has been advising students at WVC since 2013. She advises nursing and pre-nursing students; evaluates placement test scores and advises students of impact on ranking and/or remediation options, in addition to administering pre-admission testing. Michelle holds an Associate in Science degree from Wabash Valley College and a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Murray State University.
Contact Michelle at 618-263-5105 or woodsm8@iecc.edu.
Tayna Smith, Academic Counselor
TRIO Student Support Services
Main Hall (MA 115)
Student Services Department
Tayna has been advising students at WVC since 2004. Tayna counsels students in the TRIO Student Support Services program in order to provide opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements, and to motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education. Tayna holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from Park University and is a veteran of the United States Air Force.
Contact Tayna at 618-263-5041 or smithta@iecc.edu.
