Hello, everyone! I am Pariss Reese, Student Success Advisor at the Ranken Technical College St. Louis location. I have been at Ranken for almost 13 years and served in a wide variety of roles at the College. I'm happy to bring my experience to help our students find success from their first day of class to graduation. Please contact me with scheduling needs, academic concerns or general obstacles and challenges.

While I'm able to assist all majors, my primary departments are Information Technology, Application & Web Development, Electrical (all), Industrial Technology, Advanced Precision Machining and Industrial Engineering Technology.

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Missouri at Columbia and a certificate in Deaf Communication Studies from St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley.

If you need anything during your time at Ranken, please do not hesitate to reach out. I look forward to working with you!

Office: Finney 209 (across the hall from the Student Success Center in St. Louis)

Email: pmreese@ranken.edu

Phone: 314.286.3639

                                    Hours:  Mon/Wed/Fri – 7:45am-3:30pm  ||  Tue/Thu – 10am-6pm

I am your Success Counselor/Coach/Advisor if you are enrolled in any of the following day programs at St Louis. These include Electrical (Automation, Control Systems & Design Systems) and Information Technology (Cloud Technology, Network Architecture & Network Systems).

Hi!  My name is Stacy Ables-Williams, I recently joined the Student Success Center Team located on the second floor in Finney Building Ste 209.  I’m the Counseling Student Advocate.   I have my Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling.   I have been working with students on the post-secondary level for over 15 years.   Life can be challenging, with my education and years of experience together we will work on strategies for a successful outcome. My goal is to help you stay on track to achieve your goal of graduating and working in your field of study.

My hours are:

Monday – Friday:   7:30am to 3:30pm

I can adjust my schedule to meet with you.

Office: F209

Phone:   314-286-4845

Email: slableswilliams@ranken.edu  

I am your Success Counselor/Coach/Advisor if you are enrolled in any of the following day programs at St. Louis. These include Application & Web Development, Architecture and Fabrication and Welding.

Hey, everyone! My name is Kailyn Ware-Hale, and I am a Student Success Advisor at Ranken Technical College. Originally from Chicago, I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from Dillard University in New Orleans, LA, and my Master of Social Work degree from The University of Illinois at Chicago. Don't hesitate to contact me with scheduling needs, academic concerns, or any challenges that may feel difficult during your time at Ranken.

I look forward to working with you all very soon!

Office: F209

Email: kswarehale@ranken.edu 

Phone: 314-286-4844

I am your Success Counselor/Coach/Advisor if you are enrolled in any of the following day programs at St. Louis. These include Carpentry & Building Construction, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (Major Appliance and Utility Maintenance) & Plumbing Technology.

Hello everyone! My name is Breeonna Williams, and I am a Student Success Counselor at Ranken Technical College in St. Louis. I have over 7 years of Social Services experience and a Bachelor of Social Work from Southern Illinois University. My professional experience has been in School Counseling, Foster Care Case Management, Teen Parenting Education, Care Coordination for individuals with Developmental Disabilities and Incarcerated individuals with Mental Health Diagnoses. I am here to be a support to you on your journey to graduating successfully from Ranken and to promote Positive Energy and Professional Interactions.

My Office hours: Monday – Friday:   8am to 4pm

Please feel free to email or call me with any scheduling concerns or educational barriers. Please leave a voicemail if I am away from my desk.

Office: Finney 209 (across the hall from the Student Success Center in St. Louis)

Email: bnwilliams@ranken.edu 

Phone: 314-286-3647

I am your Success Counselor/Coach/Advisor if you are enrolled in programs in the Automotive Division at St. Louis. These include Professional Collision Repair (PCT), Professional Technician (APT), Certified Dealership (AFA, GMT, HON, TOY) and High Performance Racing.

Hello!  I am Kelly Small, Program Director and liaison for the partnership between College Bound St. Louis and Ranken Technical College.  Although I am new to the position, I am very familiar with both organizations from my own personal experiences with College Bound and helping my former St. Louis Public School Dual Enrollees to navigate the college experience as high school students.  

I am available to work with students in any day programs.  If you need assistance, contact me.

Office: Gray Building, Room 110 (G110)

Phone: 314.286.3643

Email: kdsmall@ranken.edu

Hello, everyone! My name is Morquise Evans and I go by He/Him/His pronouns. I am a Student Success Advisor for the evening classes at Ranken Technical College. I was born and raised in St. Louis MO and graduated at Harris-Stowe State University with my B.S in Psychology. I look forward to helping everyone achieve their goals and succeed in life.

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” -Proverbs 27:17

Please feel free to stop by my office or contact me with the information below! 

Email: Maevans@ranken.edu

Phone: 314-286-3649

Office: G104

Office Hours: 

Monday - Thursday: 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Friday: Available upon request