Tutor Coordinator/Learning Specialist

M.S. in Sport Management, University of West Georgia

 B.S. in Special Education, Tennessee Technological University

Kayla Hughes joined the Florida State University Student-Athlete Academic Services Staff in May 2023. She began as an academic fellow working with track & field before transitioning into her current role in February 2024.

 Prior to Florida State University, Kayla served as the tutor coordinator and a temporary academic advisor for the Student-Athlete Academic Enhancement Center at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.  

 Kayla received a master’s degree in sport management from the University of West Georgia in May 2022. While pursuing her degree, she was a member of the softball team for one season (2020-21) and served as the graduate assistant softball coach for another season (2021-22).

 Kayla attended Tennessee Technological University where she received a bachelor’s in special education in May 2020. During her time at Tennessee Tech, she was a member of the softball team.

 Kayla was selected and participated in the 2024 NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar. Kayla is a native of Chickamauga, Georgia.