Channon Peoples, Ed.D.
Executive Director
precollegiate@umsl.edu
314.516.5196
Channon Peoples joined UMSL’s Office of Precollegiate Student Services in 2003 and was appointed Executive Director of the Bridge Program in 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from Harris-Stowe State University, 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.
Under Channon’s leadership, the Bridge Program has expanded its reach and impact, serving thousands of students annually while strengthening intentional pathways from middle school through college completion and into career readiness. With more than two decades of experience in college access, student recruitment, and precollegiate programming, she leads with a visionary focus on equity, innovation, and systems-level change. An active member of the Missouri Association for College Admission Counseling (MOACAC) and the National College Access Network (NCAN), Channon is deeply committed to youth empowerment and continues to engage with professional and community-based organizations dedicated to transforming postsecondary access and success for young people.
“Walls turned sideways are bridges.”
— Angela Davis
Kimberly Noland
Associate Director
precollegiate@umsl.edu
314.516.5196
Kim Noland serves as the Associate Director for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. Before 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 find their best path, address challenges, and celebrate 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 spending time with her husband and three children, friends, or curling up with a good book.
Taelor Duncan, MSW
Senior Program Coordinator
TaelorDuncan@umsl.edu
314.516.6888
Taelor Duncan serves as the Senior Program Coordinator for the Office of Precollegiate Student Services. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice in 2020, and her Master's in Social Work in 2026 from the University of Missouri–St. Louis. Taelor has over 14 years of experience in the Office of Precollegiate Student Services as a Bridge Program high school student, an undergraduate student employee, a scholarship awardee, and currently as the Senior Program Coordinator. Taelor is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and through this organization is dedicated to service to all mankind.
In addition to her professional role, Taelor serves as the Head Coach for the UMSL Siren Squad Cheer Fusion Team, where she is committed to mentorship, discipline, and leadership development through athletics. Taelor’s professional career has strongly aligned with student support and college access, postsecondary education, leadership development, and service.