Javita Thompson is the Interim Vice President for Engagement, Mission and Impact at Elizabethtown College. She supports collaboration between the community and the campus in a variety of efforts. She also provides opportunities for civic education and engagement at Etown. She has experience in management, leadership, and higher education. Her primary goal is to support all students.

A first-generation college graduate, Javita earned her Bachelor of Science in communication and her Master of Science in Emergency Management from Millersville University and a second master’s in Education Leadership from Shippensburg University.

Brianna is passionate about empowering students, building meaningful community partnerships, and creating opportunities that support personal and professional growth. She believes Elizabethtown College’s strength comes from its commitment to service, student success, and strong community connections—values that have shaped her journey as both a student and professional.

She earned both her Bachelor of Arts in Communications (with a concentration in Public Relations and a Professional Writing minor) and her Master’s in Strategic Leadership from Elizabethtown College, completing her undergraduate degree in just three years. While at Etown, Brianna was deeply involved on campus—as an Emergent Scholar, Communications Award winner, Blue Jay Ambassador, member of the Women’s Tennis Team, and Assistant Features Editor for the Etownian, among many other roles. She was named to the Dean’s List every semester and served three years on the Alumni Council after graduation.

Professionally, Brianna brings a well-rounded mix of experience in esports, economic development, staffing, marketing and communications, project management, and student support. She is a strategic, relationship-driven leader who values mentorship and has been involved in mentorship programs for over four years. She is especially committed to fostering and sustaining reciprocal relationships that benefit both students and community partners.

Beyond campus, Brianna maintains a global professional network with over 12,000 LinkedIn connections across industries and regions. In her role with the Center for Community and Civic Engagement, she is excited to help students grow through real-world experiences, strengthen community partnerships, and continue living out the College’s motto, Educate for Service.

Jocelyn is the Coordinator of the Bonner Leader Program at Elizabethtown College. The Bonner Leader Program is a service/leadership program aimed at connecting Etown College students with the surrounding community. Jocelyn works with the Bonner Leaders to foster relationships with one another, form connections with the community and Etown College, and exemplify the College’s motto “Educate for Service.” Jocelyn attended Etown College for her undergraduate degree where she majored in Psychology and Neuroscience and is currently in the Master’s in Counseling Psychology Program at Etown.