Our Great Team

Our core team was specifically picked for their passion for collegiate ministry. Each member of this diverse team offers a unique skillset and provides leadership in a specific area of responsibility. Whether you are an intern or a seasoned professional, there is a place on the team for you if you share this same passion.

Our team has great experience with leading collegiate ministry efforts. We are ready to serve you.

There are plenty of opportunities to join this team, including college students who want to join our th3YardSquard, a consultant/teacher/coach, or just partner with this organization. Every new member makes our organization stronger and we welcome you. We are all th3yardSquad.

Dr. Shannon Thomas

Chief Executive Officer
Shannon has passion for collegiate ministry and young adults. She has served on the campus for over 20 years.

Pastor Tola Faminu

Technology and AV Director
You get the unique opportunity to see the impact of with your own eyes, and I get to work with some of the best people in the world!

Jerrod Grier

Event and Program Director
We have a strong faith community, and I appreciate how we sharpen each other with the Word of God and cover one another in prayer.

Brandie Franklin

Administrative Assistance
It’s not just a learning platform, it’s a ministry!

Ausha Jackson

Learning and Assessment
I love working alongside leaders on the TTY Team who are passionate about transforming college campuses around the world

BECOME A COACH

We need coaches and college ministry expertise who want to impact and influence the next generation of leaders.

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Join
TH3YARDSQUAD

The Yard Squad is creative volunteers who share they gifts through ministry , media, marketing, and music. So if you sing, dance, love social media, and creative marketing ideas. This is for you. 

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Become a
VOLUNTEER

We would love to have you serve as a volunteer to Taking the Yard. This is a great place to add value. 

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Join Our Team

We would love you to join our team as a volunteer or on Th3YardSquad. We are also looking for a few really good interns. If you are interested in interning.

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