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Online Admissions

Beth Forman, BS
Assistant Enrollment Counselor, Online
573-629-3264
beth.forman@hlg.edu

Beth Forman is a 1999 graduate of Hannibal-LaGrange College. She is the part-time assistant enrollment counselor and academic advisor in the online department. She is married to Stephen and has two children. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family while attending church at First Baptist Church in Vandalia, MO, cheering on her daughter who runs cross country/track races, watching her son’s YouTube channel, and reading or relaxing on the couch watching dramas or rom-coms.

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Online Advisors

Donna Pirc, MA
Academic Advisor (Teacher Certification)
573-429-4027
donna.pirc@hlg.edu

Donna Pirc has advised HLGU students in Southeast Missouri since 2005. Donna has completed a bachelor’s degree, three master’s degrees, and some doctoral work; all in the field of education. Donna enjoys advising and working with students to achieve their academic goals in life. Donna has two daughters and three very active grandsons. Donna is a member of Agee Community Church and enjoys boating, swimming, camping and Springbok puzzles.

Amy Jacobsen, MA

Online Advisor

573-629-3103

amy.jacobsen@hlg.edu

Amy has been teaching students of all ages since 2005. She holds a bachelor's degree in education and special education, as well as a master's degree in education with an emphasis in reading from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She has taught in both public and private schools and brings experience in online instruction as well. Amy enjoys reading, gardening, playing games, and spending time outdoors with her family.

Online Graduate Assistant

Makayla Hargraves
Online Graduate Assistant
573-629-3185
Makayla.Hargraves@hlg.edu

Makayla Hargraves is a 2025 Graduate of Hannibal-LaGrange University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Minor in Christian Studies. She is the graduate assistant for the Online Department while pursuing a Master's in Counseling. Outside of school, she serves in Cornerstone Baptist Church’s children’s ministry, draws comics, and loves spending time with family and friends.

Interim Director of Online Studies

David Robarts, PhD
Online Design Coordinator, Assistant Professor of Christian Studies & History
573-629-3050
david.robarts@hlg.edu

Dr. David Robarts oversees the creation and redevelopment of all online courses. He also supervises online professors and provides training for them as needed. Dr. Robarts also serves as a history and Christian studies professor at the school, teaching courses both online and residentially. In his free time, he enjoys reading and writing fantasy books and playing intricate board games.

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