Sherry Wassom

• Senior Student Development Specialist

Sherry Wassom is currently the Senior Student Development Specialist for Buena Vista University’s Online Programs but started at BVU working as an Administrative Assistant in 2012. She is able to relate to students she advises as a BVU alum herself. Wassom earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in human services & organizational leadership and minors in psychology and sociology while working full-time. When it comes to learning, she says it is never too late!

“Being a non-traditional student myself, I am able to connect and understand the challenges that students face. I feel it is very important to build strong relationships, to lead by example, and to be understanding as well as supportive. The most rewarding experience as an advisor is when a student graduates. After the time you have spent working with them and getting to know them, seeing them reach their goal of graduation is very exciting. Not only have they accomplished their goal, but I was able to be a part of it with them and watch them grow both academically and personally.”

Wassom is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have two children and three granddaughters.