Adjunct String Faculty
Year Started at Coker
2025
Educational Background
- D.M.A in Viola Performance, University of Memphis
- M.M. in Viola Performance, University of Memphis
- B.M. in Viola Performance, West Virginia University
Research/Performing Background
Ms. Padilla previously taught for the Harrisonburg City After-School Strings Program, and this past summer she also taught as a Viola Teaching Fellow at the Interlochen Arts Camp. Ms. Padilla is currently teaching for the Coker Community Music Program and performing around the community. She is enjoying getting to know Hartsville with her husband, Jeremiah, and their puppy dog, Stravy.
Favorite Thing about being a Cobra
Ms. Padilla’s favorite things about being a Cobra are all the kind students, faculty, and staff that she is meeting and the beautiful campus. She also likes the windows in the practice rooms.

