Get to Know Your Fellow CEC Colleagues - Francis Walton
The Career Employees' Council (CEC) is the representative voice for the Career employees of FSCJ, with the goal to be committed to the continuous development of a collaborative work environment whereby the value and respect of Career employees are elevated through increased recognition, involvement and opportunities to achieve a higher degree of excellence. In this spirit, we put a "spotlight" on one of our members each month.
October's Career Employees' Council (CEC) spotlight features Health Sciences Academic and Career Advisor Francis M. Walton.
Francis has been dedicated to helping students build a strong foundation for success at FSCJ. As a First Year Experience (FYE) advisor and instructor, she plays an important role in welcoming students to the College and helping them develop the skills they need to succeed academically, professionally and personally.
Through the FYE course, Francis guides students in learning strategies for persistence, resilience and high achievement while connecting them with FSCJ's supportive and inclusive community. Her favorite part of the job is watching students discover their own potential.
"I have a passion for supporting students," Francis says. "I love helping students realize that they are capable of tackling hard things, even when the path ahead looks challenging. Seeing them reach the finish line after all their hard work is incredibly rewarding."
Francis embodies the Center for Engagement and Completion's mission by supporting student success, fostering open communication and cultivating a collaborative work environment. Her commitment to student achievement extends beyond the classroom through her involvement with the FSCJ Scholarships Team and the First Year Experience Faculty.
A lifelong learner, Francis earned a bachelor's degree in Social Science from Jacksonville University and a master's degree in Business Management and Leadership from Webster University. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Human Services at Nova Southeastern University, with plans to graduate in spring 2028.
Outside of FSCJ, Francis volunteers as a mentor with Take Stock in Children, helping high school students prepare for graduation and college. She enjoys encouraging students to pursue their goals and believes that mentorship can make a lasting difference in their lives.
When she's not working or studying, Francis enjoys spending time with her daughter, family and friends. As her daughter prepares to begin college this fall, she's making the most of every opportunity to create lasting memories together. She also enjoys journaling, creating custom journals, reading, exploring new local restaurants and attending live concerts.
Whether she's supporting students in the classroom, mentoring young people in the community, or continuing her own educational journey, Francis brings passion, positivity, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed.
Our spotlight seeks to showcase a CEC representative from each campus/center at least once a year. Nominations for the spotlight may be directed to the CEC Publicity Committee Chair Vanessa Gordon at CEC@fscj.edu. Learn more about CEC on our SharePoint website, https://fscj.sharepoint.com/teams/CareerEmployeeCouncil.