Disability Student Success Center Staff

Director: Jamie McCrary

Mr. McCrary came to APSU in January 2016 as the Director of Disability Student Success Center after serving for five years as a vocational rehabilitation counselor with the state of Tennessee. Originally from Georgia, Jamie has worked in the Disability Student Success Center Field for over 10 years in Florida, Georgia & Texas in addition to Tennessee.

Jamie McCrary received his Bachelors of Science Degree from Florida State University in 2005 and his Master’s in Counseling Degree for the University of Houston – Clear Lake in 2009. Jamie enjoys following ACC sports, singing & volunteering at First Baptist Church Clarksville.

Associate Director: Yen T. Hoyt

Ms. Hoyt has lived in Clarksville, TN since 1976 and was considered as a “military brat” due to her father being stationed at the Screaming Eagles 101^st Airborne Division at Ft. Campbell Army base. She comes from the Department of Human Services of the State of Tennessee with experience in Vocational Rehabilitation and Pre-Employment Transition Services. She graduated from A.P.S.U. with a B.S. Degree in Public Management and a concentration in Sociology. She obtained her M.A. Ed Degree in School Counseling at Murray State University. She enjoys quality time with family. 

Adaptive Technology Coordinator: Open Position

Administrative Assistant II: Open Position

Testing/Notetaking Coordinator: Elitha Johnson

Ms. Johnson obtained her Bachelor of Science in Social Work at Austin Peay State University in 2009.

Accommodations Coach: Ashley Billington

Holds a Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from Assumption College in Worcester, MA. She loves hiking, traveling, exploring, painting, and is an animal lover. Ashley enjoys meeting new people and finding new ways and opportunities to impact the community.

Accomodations Coach: Jordan Johnson

Jordan is a proud alumnus of Austin Peay State University, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, and earned his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Tennessee. He has dedicated his career to advocating for and supporting families with disabilities, particularly through his work with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) on Fort Campbell, Kentucky.   With a passion for personal growth and a commitment to making a positive impact, Jordan is always seeking new experiences and opportunities for self-improvement. His ultimate goal is to leave a lasting legacy—one defined by the meaningful contributions he has made and the lives he has touched along the way.

Student Workers:

• Jaylen Anderson - Golf Cart Driver

• James Hinson - Student Office Assistant

• Makayla Horsnell – Student Office Assistant

• Myia Kidd - Golf Cart Driver

• Oveira Ortiz – Student Office Assistant

• Tamar Williams – Student Office Assistant