About Us
Our Mission
The Southwest College Health Association is a multidisciplinary college health organization that supports professionals who provide health and well-being services, educational programs, and support academic success for higher education communities. As a regional organization, SWCHA facilitates professional development, collaboration, and leadership cultivation within its membership.
SWCHA Membership
ACHA’s affiliates help members forge strong partnerships with colleagues on the state or regional level.
ACHA members located in the following places receive free automatic membership in SWCHA:
United States:
- Arkansas
- Louisiana
- Oklahoma
- Texas
International:
- Central America
- South America
- Mexico
Not a member? Learn more about what ACHA offers, including free membership for anyone at one of our member institutions.
Executive Board
President
(June 2026-May 2027)
Cynthia Hermann, MD
University of North Texas
Cynthia.Hermann@unt.edu
President Elect
(June 2026-May 2027)
Vacant
Treasurer
(June 2025-May 2027)
Veronica Martinez, CMA
Sam Houston State University
vam045@SHSU.EDU
Secretary
(June 2026-May 2027)
Matthew Foster
Southeastern Louisiana University
matthew.foster-2@selu.edu
Immediate Past President
(June 2026-May 2027)
Brittani Clarkson, MPH, CHES
University of Houston
bclarkso@central.uh.edu
Communications Chair
(June 2026- May 2027)
Miriam Holmes, Franciscan Missionaries of OLU Miriam.Holmes@franu.edu
ACHA Board of Directors Region I Representative (2026-2028)
LaNika Wright, PhD, MSN
East Carolina University
Arkansas Member at Large
(June 2026-May 2027)
Jennifer Morrison, RN, BSN
Lyon College
jennifer.morrison@lyon.edu
Arkansas Member at Large-elect
(June 2026-May 2027)
Millie Goins, MPH, IBCLC, CIT
University of Central Arkansas
mgoins@uca.edu
Louisiana Member at Large
(June 2026-May 2027)
Ismatara Reena, EdD, MBBS, CHES
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
ismatara.reena@louisiana.edu
Louisiana Member at Large-elect
(June 2026-May 2027)
Ashley LaHood
McNeese State University
alahood@mcneese.edu
Oklahoma Member at Large
(June 2026-May 2027)
Ryane Draper, MPH
Oklahoma State University
ryane.draper@okstate.edu
Oklahoma Member at Large-elect
(June 2026-May 2027)
Kari Pratt, PhD
Oklahoma State University
kari.pratt@okstate.edu
Texas Member at Large
(June 2026-May 2027)
Sarah Doss, MD, MPH
Texas State University
dr.doss@txstate.edu
Texas Member at Large-elect
(June 2026-May 2027)
Mary Collaro, MSN, RN
Tarrant County College
mary.collaro@tccd.edu
Leadership Opportunities
Consider running for a position on the SWCHA Board of Directors. Learn more about the roles and responsibilities of the SWCHA Executive Officers.
Our Bylaws
ACHA affiliate bylaws outline the structure, responsibilities, and operational guidelines for regional organizations aligned with ACHA, ensuring consistency and support for local member engagement and governance.
Contact Us
Questions? Email us at SWCHA.ACHA@gmail.com.
