Allison Thornton began her career at the Rusche College of Business at Stephen F. Austin State University in 2014 as an Administrative Assistant in Economics and Finance, quickly developing a passion for supporting both faculty and students. After three years, she transitioned to the Office of the Dean, where she contributed to key college initiatives, including supervising Graduate Assistants for the Zoom MBA program and assisting in the redesign of collaborative spaces such as The Boardroom, Innovation Hub, and Center for Entrepreneurship. Her campus-wide engagement gave her the opportunity to build meaningful relationships across departments and gain a holistic view of the student experience. Now serving as Director of the RCOB Career Passport Program, Allison is especially energized by working directly with business students as they prepare to launch their careers. She is committed to helping students translate their academic experience into professional opportunities, ensuring they leave the East Texas Piney Woods ready to thrive in the professional world.