Channon Peoples, Ed.D
Executive Director
channonpeoples@umsl.edu
314.516.5196
Channon Peoples joined the Office of Precollegiate Student Services in 2003 and was appointed Executive Director in 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from Harris-Stowe State University, along with a Master’s in Public Policy Administration and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership from the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL). She also earned her Doctorate in Educational Practice from UMSL.
Channon brings extensive experience in program coordination, student recruitment, and student services. She is an active member of the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling (MOACAC) and the National College Access Network (NCAN). Passionate about youth empowerment, she is actively engaged with several professional and community-based organizations focused on increasing postsecondary access and success for young people.
Sadie Weiss, LMSW
Associate Director
sadieweiss@umsl.edu
314.516.5188
Sadie Weiss serves as Associate Director for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Geography from The University of Arizona and Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Tennessee. Sadie is a Licensed Master Social Worker with both clinical and program management experience. She is a proud Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, having served as an Education Volunteer in Cape Verde and Mozambique. Prior to joining UMSL, Sadie served as the Academic Affairs Programs Coordinator at Fontbonne University where she managed student engagement programs and coordinated efforts to ensure students received the support and resources necessary for academic success. Sadie is passionate about student success and increasing access to postsecondary education.
Taelor Duncan
Program Coordinator
TaelorDuncan@umsl.edu
314.516.6888
Taelor Duncan serves as a Program Coordinator for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Missouri- St. Louis in 2020. Taelor has over 7 years of experience in the Office of Precollegiate Student Services as a Bridge Program high school student, undergraduate student employee, scholarship awardee, and now Program Coordinator. Prior to joining the team, Taelor served as a Youth Service Specialist for the Division of Youth Services, working with and advocating for incarcerated youth and their parents preparing them to successfully integrate back into the community. Taelor is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and through this organization is dedicated to service to all mankind. Taelor was the Secretary of Associated Black Collegians, recognized as the 2022 Side Hustler of the Year, and she is the Founder and Owner of Slay with Tae Cosmetics, LLC. Taelor’s professional career has strongly aligned with student support and college access, postsecondary education, leadership development, and service.
Karli Williams, MPA
Program Coordinator
KarliWilliams@umsl.edu
314.516.5192
Karli Williams serves as a Program Coordinator for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the University of San Francisco and Master of Public Administration from Columbia University. Prior to joining the team, Karli served as a Social Services Coordinator at Community Impact, a non-profit in New York City, partnering with community agencies to facilitate citywide resources (e.g. housing, employment, legal services) for Adult English Language Learners and GED students. She has also served as an AmeriCorps member with Reading Partners in the San Francisco Bay Area, coordinating literacy programs for K-5 students and bringing them back on a path toward reading at grade level. Karli is passionate about service, educational equity, and student success.
Kimberly Noland
Senior Office Support
precollegiate@umsl.edu
P: 314.516.5196
Kim Noland serves as Senior Office Assistant for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. Prior to joining the team, Kim served as Finance Administrative Assistant for Francis Howell School District. After attending Truman State University, Kim found her passion in helping young people seek their best path, addressing challenges, and celebrating success. She has worked in all facets of education, Early Childhood through High School, and is very excited to join the higher education system. In her spare moments, she loves to spend time with her husband and three children, friends, or curl up with a good book.