Aimee Laun, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Aimee Laun is the Director of the Texas Woman’s University Career Connections Center. Aimee earned an M.A. in Organizational Development from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas, and a B.A.A.S. with business concentration from West Texas A&M University. Aimee is passionate about providing students the connections and tools they need to reach their fullest potential, become their authentic selves, and ensure their successful transition into the workplace.
Aimee brings with her the experience of working for two Fortune 100 companies, more than ten years in education, is a Senior Certified Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-SCP), a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach, and is credentialed by the Association of Colleges and University Educators (ACUE) in Effective College Instruction.
Aimee’s Top 5 StrengthsFinder results are: Belief, Positivity, Discipline, Maximizer, and Individualization.
Outside of work, Aimee enjoys spending time with family and friends, visiting her daughters one who resides on the East Coast and the other on the West Coast, reading, going to the lake, and strolling with her Great Pyrenees.
Brookelyn Bush, Ph.D.
Associate Director for Employer Relations, Technology, & Operations
Dr. Brookelyn Bush is the Associate Director for Employer Relations at the Texas Woman’s University Career Connections Center. Her background is in social work and education. Within her diverse background, she’s learned that her passion lies in enhancing the quality of life for others, finding a balance, and initially guide one back to a structured environment. Brookelyn received her Doctor of Philosophy in Family Studies from Texas Woman’s University. She received her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington, and her Bachelor of Social Work from Texas Woman’s University.
Brookelyn’s strengths lie in communication, listening, problem-solving, and analyzing. These strengths are vital to her because they provide wise counsel to others and allows her to have a different perspective of the world, one that helps to make sense to oneself and to other people. Brookelyn’s Top 5 StrengthsFinder results are Strategic, Discipline, Self-Assurance, Relator, and Learner.
Outside of school and work, Brookelyn enjoys spending time with her husband and children, shopping, and reading a good book. Her favorite quote is from Michelle Obama which reads, “The only limit to the height of your achievement is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them.”
Nadia Manyang
Nadia serves as a Coordinator for Employer Relations and Office Operations. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Healthcare Administration from Texas Woman’s University. Nadia is eager to apply the skills she has developed while working at TWU. Her responsibilities include overseeing the daily operations of the office, planning meetings, managing the budget, and supervising all student staff for the Career Connections Center. She possesses excellent leadership and organizational skills and ensures the effectiveness of CCC staff.
Outside of work, Nadia enjoys reading, watching Netflix, and shopping.
Naomi Byrne
Career Consultant, Dallas Campus
Naomi is the Career Consultant at the TWU – Dallas campus. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. Naomi’s professional background is in both higher education and healthcare recruiting. She is passionate about helping students reach their goals, professional and personal. She is a strong believer of meeting people where they are at and understanding their “why” to build relationships and ultimately best assist them. Naomi’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths are Achiever, Relator, Learner, Empathy, and Responsibility.
Outside of work, Naomi enjoys spending time with her Cockapoo named Blu. She strives to be outdoors as much as possible and on a nice day, you can often find her sitting outside in the Dallas courtyard. She is passionate about mental and physical health, with interests in volleyball, yoga, and long distance running. Recently moving from the Midwest, Naomi is excited to explore Dallas and is always open to new food and experience recommendations.
Colleges
TWU T. Boone Pickens Institute of Health Sciences - Dallas CenterRobin Cole-Jett, M.Ed., M.A., CCSP
Career Consultant, College of Business
Since the beginning of her career, Robin has focused on advising others about how to find satisfaction in their work through positions at the Texas Workforce Commission, North Central Texas College, Collin College, and now, Texas Woman’s University. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M Commerce, a Master of Education from the University of North Texas, and another Master of Arts in history, her avocation, from Texas Woman’s University. As the Career Consultant for the College of Business, Robin comes with years of experience in workforce and career development, small business ownership (historical publishing and touring), LLC management (rentals and investment), and more than a decade in college teaching, too.
In her life outside of work, Robin is a historian. She maintains a website and blog, www.RedRiverHistorian.com, has written five books about regional history, and contracts with museums, libraries, and cities for consultations.
Robin’s Clifford Strengths are Intellection, Learner, Context, Input, and Includer. Her RIASEC Code is Artistic, Investigative, and Social.
Specialties and Interests
Workforce Development in Business, Entrepreneurship.Colleges
College of BusinessTrinity Douglas
Career Consultant, College of Professional Education
Trinity serves as a Career Consultant for the College of Professional Education. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Counseling and Development from Texas Woman’s University. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in counseling from the University of North Texas in 2022. Trinity has been working in different spheres of higher education since 2021.
Trinity is excited to utilize her strengths developed in working with students to serve those at TWU. She is passionate about exploring what makes a person unique and how they can further develop as an individual both personally and professionally. Each student has a different situation than the next, and meeting each where they are is her philosophy of how to assist them best. As a first generation student, she also has a strong drive to help other first generation students accomplish their academic goals.
When not at work or writing papers for class, Trinity enjoys a gambit of many hobbies. She likes to draw, crochet, make tea, and spend time with friends and family. In the warmer months, she can likely be found hiking or exploring a State Park. Trinity’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Connectedness, Input, Achiever, Communication, and Competition.
Colleges
College of Professional EducationShauna Sellers
Career Consultant, College of Arts & Sciences & Undecided
Shauna Sellers holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and brings extensive experience in learning and career development to her new role at TWU. Previously, Shauna worked with Early Careers programs, where she guided young professionals at the start of their careers—a role that ignited her passion for helping others find their paths.
As a lifelong learner and advocate for personal growth, Shauna is committed to empowering individuals to navigate their career journeys with clarity and purpose. She excels at building meaningful connections and takes a genuine, caring approach to uncovering each individual’s unique potential. Whether conducting one-on-one consultations, facilitating workshops, or sharing insights on career trends, Shauna is dedicated to helping others discover their strengths and take confident steps forward.
Outside of work, Shauna enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, relaxing on the lake, reading, and traveling.
Shauna’s CliftonStrengths are Communication, Woo, Ideation, Responsibility, and Arranger.
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College of Arts & SciencesNicole Sonkur, M.S.
Career Consultant, College of Arts and Sciences
Nicole serves as a Career Consultant for the College of Arts and Sciences. Nicole earned her Master of Science in Counseling and Development from Texas Woman’s University and her Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Religious Studies from San Jose State University.
Nicole is passionate about supporting students in reaching their greatest potential in education, career and personal development. She believes that with hard work and dedication, every student has the ability to obtain the career and lifestyle that they desire. She provides a caring, non-judgmental environment in which students are able to explore their thoughts, feelings and ideas.
Outside of the office, Nicole enjoys trying new cuisine, styling, shopping and organizing. She loves spending time with her family, listening to music, dancing and creating a bond with her Half Moon Betta fish, Khalil.
Nicole’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Empathy, Strategic, Positivity, Relator, and Developer.
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College of Arts & SciencesJenell Ramos, MHA, MBA
Career Consultant, Houston Campus
Jenell is the Career Consultant at the TWU – Houston campus. She received her Master of Healthcare and Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University and has a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Oakland University in Rochester, MI.
Jenell comes from a diverse background in both healthcare and higher education. She’s held professional roles within patient care, healthcare administration, health insurance, and disability services. Jenell is passionate about guiding students in discovering their ultimate career path. A career path that gives them that spark of excitement, fulfillment, and purpose. As a TWU alum, she strives to give back to the school by making a positive impact on each student she meets with.
Outside of work, Jenell enjoys spending time under the sun with her dog Ella. Jenell is a huge foodie and likes to try out the different cuisines that the city of Houston has to offer. She also enjoys fashion, fitness, discovering new music, attending concerts, and trying out different coffee shops in the area. When she has the time, she loves traveling back to her hometown in Michigan to be with her family and friends.
Jenell’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths are: Developer, Empathy, Relator, Responsibility, and Futuristic.
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TWU Institute of Health Sciences - Houston CenterGraceanne Ryken, M.A., LPC Associate
Career Consultant, College of Health Sciences, Supervised by Felicia Stone LPC-S
Graceanne received her Master’s of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wheaton College, in Illinois, and her Bachelor’s of Arts in Health Promotion and Education from the University of Northern Iowa. Graceanne is a licensed LPC Associate in the state of Texas and is Supervised by Felicia Stone, M.A., LPC-S.
Graceanne is passionate about equipping students to create meaningful, enriching lives, as they navigate their career journeys. Graceanne enjoys helping others recognize how their experiences, values, and passions can shape their story and help them live the life they want to live.
Outside of work, Graceanne enjoys being outdoors and creating things, specifically, food, arts and crafts, and poetry. Graceanne published a poetry manuscript in 2023 and competed in a poetry slam in Iowa in 2024. She looks forward to continuing to write and collaborate with other writers here in Texas.
Graceanne’s top 5 Clifton Strengths are: Strategic, Futuristic, Achiever, Communication, Ideation
