Amanda Jordan
Amanda Jordan, an Austin, Texas native graduated from John H. Reagan High School in May of 2002. Following in the steps of her oldest sister Angela, she attended Navarro College in the Fall of 2002. As a student, Amanda worked at the Cook Education Center Planetarium. While juggling her academics and work study position, she found time to serve as a Student Ambassador and Dawg Diplomat. She also was a Resident Advisor and often assisted the Navarro College Student Government Association and Habitats for Humanity.
After Amanda earned her associate's degree in Elementary Education from Navarro College in 2005, she worked as an Area Coordinator in Residence Life Department for four years. She met her husband, Tramaine, back in 2003 while they were both attending school at Navarro (college sweethearts). They've been married for 14 years and are parents of three children (ages 8, 10, 12).
Amanda went back to school to finish her education. In May of 2020, she was rehired at Navarro College as an Advisor for the Carl Perkins CTE Success Center. In August of 2020, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Learning and Technology from Texas A&M University – Commerce. She was a Scholar on the President’s List for maintaining a 4.0 GPA.
Amanda has recently been accepted into the TAMUC master’s degree program. She is preparing to earn her Master’s Degree in Higher Education. Her career goal is to teach College History or Speech Communications.
"My experience at Navarro College has been an amazing story, that is my beautiful reality. Navarro College is my second home, and I will never forget the friendships created and the experiences learned here. I have acquired so many valuable life and social skills while being a student and an employee. The traditions, diversity and the culture of this institution is like no other. As I walk down the halls and through campus. I am honored to share my memories and to see the growth of this establishment. Never forget where you came from, I am proud to be an Alumni of Navarro College!”
In her spare time, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family. She is passionate about her ministry, assisting others, cooking, crocheting, crafting, gardening, and listening to jazz music. Amanda’s motto in life is to, “Always stay humble, smile and keep God’s love in your heart.”
Her favorite quote is: “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from and how you can still come out of it!” - Maya Angelou
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