Program Development and Instructional Technology and Academic Services

Chelsea Fancher manages UA Online programs offered by the College of Education and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Beginning January 1, 2024, Tiffany Goodin will manage UA Online programs offered by the College of Arts & Sciences, the Culverhouse College of Business and the Capstone College of Nursing.

Patti Meggs is a native of Pinson, Alabama and has been part of the OTIDE team since 2014. Her responsibilities in Program Development are integral to keeping the department's operations running smoothly! Fun fact: Not only is she an OTIDE employee, Patti is also an OTIDE (Early College) parent.

Mary Kathryn Poe manages UA Online programs offered by the College of Human Environmental Sciences.

Jessie Richardson manages UA Online programs offered by the College of Engineering, Culverhouse College of Business and the School of Social Work.

Shanikia Young manages UA Online programs offered by the College of Communication and Information Sciences, the Capstone College of Nursing and the Graduate School.

Emily Covington is a graduate of the University of Montevallo with a bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies. She is currently pursuing a master's degree through The University of Alabama Online in Communication Studies. Emily volunteers for local animal shelters and contributes by fostering homeless animals and photographing them to promote their adoption. In her free time, she enjoys photography, art and spending time with her dogs and husband. She loves to hear from students and assist them in the admissions process. Prior to becoming an admissions counselor, Emily worked for UA as an early childhood program specialist.