Wiley University Alumni Spotlight
“Success is no accident,” she says. “It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love for what you are doing or learning to do.”
Erica Brame-Manuel Class of ‘03
Wiley University Alumni Spotlight: Erica Brame-Manuel (‘03)
With over 20 years of experience in education, Erica Brame-Manuel (‘03) is a transformative leader dedicated to student success. A proud Wiley University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Education, she later earned a master of education from Jones International University and Principal certification from Lamar University, showcasing her proficiency in school transformation.
Brame-Manuel has held key leadership roles, including Lead Teacher, Teacher Specialist, Dean of Students, and Principal, successfully turning around struggling schools. At Foerster Elementary and Lawson Middle School, her leadership helped move both campuses out of Improvement Required status. Most notably, as Principal of Thompson Elementary, she led the school from a D rating to an A rating, earning recognition as a Superintendent’s Future Focus school.
Now serving as Principal of Cullen Middle School, Brame-Manuel continues her mission to improve instructional practices and school culture. She credits Wiley University for instilling in her the perseverance and leadership skills that drive her success.
Wiley University is proud to recognize Erica Brame-Manuel for her dedication to education and lasting impact on students and communities.
Founders Celebration Alumni Invitation
Greetings from our campus! As a proud alumni, we invite you to join us for Wiley University's 2025 Founders Celebration. To ensure you receive your official alumni badge during check-in, please RSVP by clicking the button below. Your participation is important to us, and we look forward to celebrating this milestone with you. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this special event and reconnect with fellow alumni!
Alumni Reclamation Program
Greetings from our campus! As a proud alum, we want to strengthen our connection with you and ensure you're aware of what your alma mater is doing. We are launching an Alumni Reclamation Program to update our records. We invite you to help by ensuring your contact information is correct. If it isn't, please update by email: advancement@wileyc.edu or the website. Additionally, please share our call to action with fellow alumni to update their information. The alum with the most referrals for contact information updates will receive special recognition at the Homecoming 2024 Celebrations, including a V.I.P. package with event tickets, VIP Parking, a limited edition Homecoming T-shirt, and access to the VIP Donor Reception.
PCI Alumni Project
Publishing Concepts, Inc. (PCI) is partnering with Wiley University’s Office of Alumni Relations to reach out to our alumni community and update records. PCI specializes in helping institutions like ours maintain strong connections with their alumni by ensuring that contact information is accurate and up-to-date. By gathering this information, PCI supports Wiley University’s commitment to keeping alumni engaged, informed, and connected to our growing network. This initiative will allow us to better share news, events, and opportunities that foster lifelong ties between Wiley and our alumni.
Mr. Kerl Nathaniel
Sr. Director of Alumni Relations and Strategic Partnership Development
(903) 927-3229 | knathaniel@wileyc.edu
"I am committed to keeping you engaged and connected to the institution, inspiring you to secure ways to support Wiley University for the future and assisting with sustaining lifelong relationships with other Wildcats."
