OUR LEADERSHIP
MRS. JENNA GOODWIN
Chief of Staff
jgoodwin@umobile.edu
Mrs. Jenna Goodwin holds a Master of Arts in Communication from Regent University and a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance with a minor in Theology from the University of Mobile, where she was presented the Area Award in Vocal Performance in 2010. She has 15 years of experience in higher education administration, serving in a variety of roles in the Alabama School of the Arts, most recently as executive director of administration and production. She was awarded the Emma Frances Megginson Service Award in 2019 for outstanding service and leadership to the University of Mobile in both performance and academics. She annually produces Christmas Spectacular and also is an adjunct instructor in the Alabama School of the Arts and teaches UM 101, an entry course for all new UM students. Mrs. Goodwin is married to Dr. Andrew Goodwin, dean of Alabama School of the Arts, and they have three children: Riley, Audrey and Anderson. They are members of Redemption Church in Saraland, Alabama, where they serve faithfully in the Creative and Worship Arts ministry.
NATHAN HARRIS, PH.D.
Vice President for Institutional Relations
nharris@umobile.edu
Dr. Nathan Harris holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in youth ministry from Malone University. He earned a Master of Divinity (MDiv), Master of Theology (ThM) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in biblical studies, each from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has taught courses on the New Testament, hermeneutics and theology. Prior to joining UM in June of 2024, he served as vice president of advancement at Grace College & Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. Previously, he served at Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio, as associate professor of biblical studies and senior director of annual giving and stewardship. At Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (MBTS) in Kansas City, Missouri, he served as director of institutional relations initiatives and worked under the leadership of Dr. Charles Smith, who became the sixth president of the University of Mobile on March 21, 2024. He and his wife, Kelsey, have three children, Noah, Jude and Ruth.
DR. PAMELA BUCHANAN MILLERVice President for Academic Affairspbuchanan@umobile.edu
Dr. Pamela Buchanan Miller holds a PhD in instructional design and development from the University of South Alabama where she was awarded the Dr. Chandru Hiremath Memorial Award for doctoral student achievement, and an MA in English and BA in journalism from Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. She has more than 25 years of experience in higher education administration, currently serving as UM’s Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges institutional liaison. In the past, she has served as Dean of the University of Mobile’s Center for Adult Programs and UM Global, directed UM’s Quality Enhancement Plan Writing Intensive Networks, played a key role in the launch of UM’s online offerings, and taught English courses. She has been the recipient of both UM’s Mitford Ray Megginson Research Award and Emma Frances Megginson Service Award, and serves as Scholastic Judge for Alabama Distinguished Young Women. Dr. Buchanan Miller is married to Bill. They are members of Dauphin Way United Methodist Church in Mobile, AL.
MRS. LESA MOORE
Vice President for Marketing & Public Relations
lmoore@umobile.edu
Mrs. Lesa Moore holds a Bachelor of Science in marketing from University of South Alabama and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Mobile, where she was presented the Dr. William K. Weaver Jr. Honorary Fellows Award and Best Composition Paper Award in 2007. She has over 25 years of experience in marketing and public relations in the high-tech industry, retail advertising and higher education. She has developed and led award-winning teams whose advertising, public relations and design work has been recognized locally and nationally by the Bay Area Advertising Federation, Public Relations Council of Alabama, Baptist Communicators Association and Higher Education Advertising Awards. Also, she is an adjunct instructor in marketing at University of Mobile. Prior to joining the university in 2002, Mrs. Moore enjoyed a successful career as director of marketing communication at Xanté Corporation, an international high-tech printer manufacturer. Mrs. Moore is married to Jay and they have two children, Logan and Olivia. They are members of Cottage Hill Baptist Church in Mobile, AL.
MR. LYNN SMITH
Vice President for Business Affairs, Chief Financial Officer
llsmith@umobile.edu
Mr. Lynn Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration in accounting from The University of Southern Mississippi, a Master of Business Administration from William Carey University and a Master of Arts in theology and biblical studies from Belhaven University. At the University of Mobile, Mr. Smith oversees the university’s annual budget and endowments, provides fiscal analysis and strategic direction, and manages a variety of departments including business affairs, human resources, information technology, plant operations and food services. Prior to joining UM in January 2025, he served over 18 years in a variety of roles at The University of Southern Mississippi, including as director of fiscal planning and analysis and adjunct instructor in the School of Accounting. He was president of the Covington County School Board and has over seven years of experience as a high school economics and government teacher while also coaching baseball, softball and football. He is married to Melissa and they have three children, Carsen, Chloe and Cagney (CJ). They currently attend First Baptist Church of Gulfport, Mississippi.
MRS. CHARITY WITTNER
Vice President for Student Affairs
cwittner@umobile.edu
Mrs. Charity Wittner holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education in Higher Education Leadership & Policy from the University of Mobile, where she was presented the Area Award in Psychology in 2005. She has served in various roles in Enrollment including director of both the Admissions and Financial Aid teams at the University of Mobile over the last 18 years. She currently oversees Enrollment Services, Student Life, Student Success, and the Registrar's office. She serves on the Mobile Area Workforce Alliance with the Mobile Chamber, the Board of Director's with the Saraland Chamber where she assists in leadership of the Junior Ambassador Program, the Saraland City Schools District Counselor Advisory Council, and several other high school Academy Advisory Councils with Mobile County Public School System. Her community engagement also includes membership in the Woman's Club of Saraland and Board member of Stillwater Early Learning Center in Saraland. Prior to serving at the University of Mobile, Mrs. Wittner enjoyed a successful career in sales management. She is married to Chase Wittner and they have two sons, Braxton and Rhett. Mrs. Wittner and family are members of Crawford Baptist Church in Mobile.