Martina “MJ” Jackson
Interim Director
Office: Powell 013
Mailing Address: Powell 013
Email: martina.jackson-haynes@eku.edu
Phone: 859-622-9258
Martina “MJ” Jackson (she/ella) serves as the Program Director for Civic and Global Engagement at EKU’s Center for Inclusive Excellence and Global Engagement. There she supports students academic, professional and personal development with a focus on civic & global engagement, and leadership development. She is a mother, and a leader working on community centered results and civic engagement. She has supported leadership development for local and state leaders across multiple sectors. MJ is a proud Berea College Alumnae, and obtained her Master of Public Administration degree at Eastern Kentucky University. MJ is currently pursuing a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. She has also served in various leadership roles as a volunteer for organizations member of her local NAACP chapter, former Berea College Executive Alumni Council member, New Leaders Council-Kentucky, and Progress Kentucky.
Matthew Cox
Associate Director, International Student Success
Office: Powell 013
Mailing Address: Powell 013
Email: matthew.cox@eku.edu
Phone: 859-622-3446
Matthew (he/him), CIEGE team member, is an EKU alumnus with a B.A. in Journalism and a Master’s of Science in Mass Communication from Murray State University. He has been working with international students at EKU since 2016. With a decade of experience in the field is well-versed in the field and seeks to provide every student with the information they need as an international student.
Daniela Acevedo
Outreach Coordinator
Office: Powell 013
Mailing Address: Powell 013
Email: daniela.acevedogonzalez@eku.edu
Daniela Acevedo (she/ella) is the Bilingual Outreach Coordinator for the Center of Inclusive Excellence and Global Engagement. She is dedicated to providing students with essential resources throughout their academic journeys, fostering a sense of belonging, and celebrating diverse cultures and backgrounds. As a proud EKU alumna, Daniela aims to help students succeed both academically and professionally. In her free time, she enjoys exploring central Kentucky with her daughter and husband.