Meet Our Staff
Our Learning Center Mission
The Learning Center (TLC) supports the mission of East Central College by providing services to students and faculty which facilitate instruction and learning, strengthen academic outcomes, and increase student retention.
Erin Anglin
Executive Director, Learning Center & Academic Support
I love learning. I love watching students achieve their goals. I love helping. I love listening. I am nosey. I am a mom, wife, counselor, mentor, friend, enemy, teacher, truth teller, advice giver, lover of music and bad T.V., foul mouth, foodie, traveler, wanderer, nature lover, dog lover, and all around just genuinely me. My office is always open, and you are welcome to stop by and say hello.
MA Counseling, Missouri Baptist University
BA English Literature and Mass Communications, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Lindsay Riegel
Retention Coordinator
I am so excited to have the job of Retention Coordinator because I have spent my career trying to help students succeed. Be prepared to hear from me throughout the semester if I am your success coach. I can be persistent and sometimes persnickety, but you will never doubt that I want you to do well! Please stop by BH 189 if you need anything!
When I’m not working, I like to bake, read and watch Dr. Who. I love playing the piano and musical theater. Before I came to ECC, I was a high school English teacher for over a decade. I love helping people with grammar. I am basically a big nerd. My kids keep me busy by asking one million questions a day, so never be shy about asking your questions. I am also a proud ECC alum!
AA in Liberal Studies, East Central College
BA Secondary Education, Westminster College
MA in American Literature, University of Missouri St. Louis
Cassidy Litle
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Coordinator
I love working with people to achieve their goals. I love it because it brings people together, helps everyone in those collaborative moments grow, and shows us all that we need (and thrive with) support.
As an instructor for over a decade, I’ve brought that collaborative learning perspective to subjects I’m passionate about. I’ve taught courses in Composition, Communication, Literature and Theatre, specifically on Shakespeare, Absurdist drama, and Greek theatre.
I’m also very passionate about family and spend as much time with my wife and two sons as possible. I enjoy powerlifting and running, competing when I can. I brew beer, play guitar, and generally like learning new skills.
MA in English and PBACC in Literature, Western Illinois University.
BA in English and History, Culver-Stockton College.
Lauran Spier
Retention Specialist
I was a full-time junior high and high school teacher at St. Clair. I’m a master at watching X-files, The Office, and scary movies. I also love to kayak and swim but my favorite hobby is to learn and improve my teaching.
AAS in General Studies, AAT in Education, East Central College
BS in Mathematics Education, Central Methodist University
Dora Bell
Retention Specialist
I am an ECC alumna who is excited to help current ECC students meet their academic goals! When I am not working, I really enjoy theater, singing, reading, writing, listening to music, playing video games, learning new skills, and going down too many research rabbit holes. I look forward to meeting you!
Bachelor – Strategic Communications
Associate – Associate of Arts
Denise Walker
Learning Center Specialist, Access Services
You’ll typically find me in the Adaptive Tech Lab (BH 187, at the back of TLC), where I assist students with disabilities in utilizing technology to be more independent in their coursework. I take pleasure in guiding students towards achieving their goals, whether they’re short-term or long-term.
As an ECC alum, I’ve valued a three-decade journey of marriage with my husband, weathering life’s adversities together, while raising our two sons, who also attended ECC, and loving on our two adorable dogs—a beagle and a basset hound. I find joy in dining out, movie/TV nights, soaking up the warm sun, and envisioning a future retirement spent by the beach.
AAS Electronic Technology
AA Health Science, East Central College
Jon Noelker
Learning Center Specialist, Math & Science
I am a St. Louis area native who has been with the college since 1989. I’ve taught as an adjunct instructor at ECC in the Mathematics and Science departments and am a retired High School Science teacher where I’ve had the pleasure of working with students for over 30 years.
My passion is reading, and you might not find a book I haven’t read. I also love playing trivia.
MS Biology, Missouri State University
BS Education, Missouri State University
Rheann Spier
Learning Center Specialist, Math & Science
I have a passion for neurobiology and cannot wait to help progress research in the field. I am also a sloth enthusiast who loves exploring the great outdoors. I enjoy cooking, crafting, and watching TV shows with my sister at home.
BA in Neuroscience and Biology, Coe College
Caleb Johnson
Learning Center Specialist – English
I love working with a diverse range of individuals. The best part of my job is the students and working with them to achieve their educational goals. I recently graduated from Mizzou with a double major in Economics and Political Science. There I tutored student-athletes and started my career in student services.
At Mizzou, I went to every football and basketball game. I love watching and talking about all kinds of sports. My bread and butter are basketball and football, so you can always drop by and talk sports. I stay active by working out at The Competitive Edge and playing basketball with friends. I love watching movies and shows, my favorite being Dune and Game of Thrones. They’re good shows but better books.
Feel free to stop by and say hello any time. I always enjoy seeing a friendly face!
BA Economics, University of Missouri-Columbia
BA Political Science, University of Missouri-Columbia
June Thebeau
Learning Center Specialist-English
I’m a writer and lifelong learner with a background in film and television. While working in film, I actively mentored students who wanted to improve their craft and break into the industry. This is how I found my true passion for helping students find their unique voices and achieve their academic and professional goals.
I spend my free time watching movies, reading, playing video games, hiking, going to pro wrestling shows, trying interesting new foods, and hanging out with my two dogs and three cats. I’m currently working on finishing my first novel. I’m also an ECC alum, this school holds a special place in my heart.
Need some writing help? I’d love to work with you! Drop by the Learning Center or drop me a line.
BA in Video Production and Editing, Webster University
Windy Souders
Testing Services Coordinator
I’m a creative writer and lover of winter clothes. I enjoy reading, watching scary movies, and trying to eat vegetarian. I love working with students every day and the unpredictability of the Testing Center.
MFA Creative Writing, Lindenwood University
BS English Literature, Missouri Baptist University
Kalyn Meyer
Testing Center Specialist
I am an architecture and design aficionado and music enthusiast. In my free time, I enjoy camping, playing piano, reading, and drafting. I’m described by many as an old soul, I like vintage finds and classic design. I hope to one day be able to flip houses.
AAS in Interior Design
AA in Liberal Studies