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Kevin Roper
Executive Assistant to the President for Government Relations
Kevin is responsible for government relations which works with elected officials on
legislative and funding issues for the University. In addition, he coordinates with
faculty on federal and agency funding for research programs and with state legislators
and officials on capital funding and legislative and contract issues through the University's
"Insourcing" program. He works with local governments and school boards. His office
hosts elected officials when attending events on campus.
Phone: 901/678-5561 E-mail: kfroper@memphis.edu Office: 322 Administration Bldg
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Travis Green
Government and Constituent Relations Assistant
Travis assists the President and Executive Assistant for Government Relations in developing
and maintaining relationships with federal, state, and local elected officials. He
also monitors and advances the University’s legislative issues at all levels, while
serving as the primary contact for the University with federal officials and lobbyists
in Washington, D.C. Travis works with the faculty members and University administrators
regarding special funding opportunities including earmarks and grants. Travis coordinates
and plans legislative events on campus, in Nashville, and in D.C. For the Papasan
Public Policy, Travis plans every forum, including securing sponsorships and panel
participants. He researches each topic, providing information and questions for the
discussions. Travis also works with constituents including the Board of Visitors,
Alumni, and other supporters in regards to the University legislative agenda.
Phone: 901/678-4966 E-mail: tgreen2@memphis.edu Office: 322 Administration Bldg
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Beverly Cook
Coordinator, Government Relations
Beverly coordinates the daily office activities of the office of Government Relations
including coordination of the calendar, phones, mail; manages the budget, and assists
in planning special events, etc. She also manages the administrative activities of
the West TN Seismic Safety Commission. She communicates with board members daily,
manages the budget, coordinates and attends board meetings and special events, handles
correspondence, etc. and is the liaison with state government on their behalf.
Phone: 901/678-5561 E-mail: becook@memphis.edu Office: 322 Administration Bldg
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