Tonya Yeager

Advisor for Business Administration, Business Analytics and Accounting above 45 hours

Tonya Yeager was a nontraditional student who spent many years in the workforce prior to earning a Business Administration degree at the age of 47. Most of her previous employment required a degree to become a candidate for promotion, so Tonya enrolled in her first semester, which led to the next and next. With each obstacle, Tonya managed to find a workaround to stay on the path. Eventually, she started to believe that she could actually achieve this big goal. Before Tonya knew it, she was graduating with her degree in her hand. Since earning Tonya’s first degree, she has been a GED Instructor, TRIO Educational Advisor, and Academic Advisor. By far, Tonya’s choice to earn a degree was the best career move she has made to date!

How do you help students at East Texas A&M?

I like to think of myself as a resource for students.

A Conversation with Tonya

What would you tell a student who is thinking about attending East Texas A&M?

I would recommend that students research degrees before attending East Texas A&M. It is important to choose a degree that will promote their career goals before committing time and money.

What do you like most about your career?

Academic Advising is an opportunity to serve others, and I enjoy being part of each student's educational journey.

How has your role changed since you began working at East Texas A&M?

My role has not changed, but instead, it has more depth.

Educational Background

• M.S., Higher Education, East Texas A&M University, 2022
• B.S., Business Administration, East Texas A&M University, 2017

Professional Organizations

• NACADA – The Global Community for Academic Advising
• Texas Academic Advising Network