I began my undergraduate degree at UC Santa Barbara completely undecided about what I wanted to study. Eventually I settled on Sociology and later, after work and volunteer experience, I went on to pursue my Master’s in Public Administration here at the UW. I have been working to support students’ educational aspirations and dreams since 2006. I didn’t always know that I wanted to be an adviser, but through my education and experiences I found a love for supporting people as they navigate college and make meaning of their education. I look forward to working with you as you explore your own interests and curiosities and gain important experiences that will help you achieve your goals and become the person you want to be.

I graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Economics and a minor in Geography. Both were disciplines I settled on shortly after taking introductory courses in each area and finding the subjects fascinating. I was also fortunate enough to participate in a CHID focus group entitled Rethinking the University which examined higher education through the eyes of the undergraduate participants. It was this experience that changed how I viewed higher education and started me on the path toward advising.

Despite thoroughly enjoying my work as an undergraduate I ran off and got a law degree after graduation seeking a steady paycheck. The legal profession didn’t stick and after bouncing around various jobs I had the good fortune of working at the University of Pennsylvania in their College House System. This rekindled my desire to work with students helping them find meaning in their undergraduate studies—something I have the good fortune of doing on a daily basis back at UW.

I began my time at the University of Washington unsure of what I wanted to study so I explored engineering and health sciences, but quickly realized that I wasn’t interested in physical sciences. Math had always made sense to me, so I pursued math education. Then senior year I was exposed to economics, and was thrilled by the possibility of using math as a tool to solve complex social problems. I graduated with degrees in math, economics, and a minor in education. I later attended the University of British Columbia for graduate school where I focused on economics of public goods and policy evaluation. While working in litigation consulting,  I was consistently reflecting on my involvement across campus and was drawn back to support students navigate and define their own undergraduate experiences. Through meaningful connections, I strive to empower students with the tools and resources to maximize their potential at the University of Washington, given various constraints that they face (time, policies, finances, etc.). I am thrilled to work with you as you craft your own Husky Experience and can’t wait to meet you!

I grew up in Poulsbo, WA, with the exception of a few years in southern Spain, and I received my Bachelor of Arts from UW. I started college thinking I wanted to major in engineering, but after taking a few prerequisites, I realized it was not the right path for me. I found myself really enjoying social science courses, which led me to major in geography and minor in global health. Outside of the classroom, I had the opportunity to be both an orientation leader and a peer adviser. These experiences helped me to discover that I am passionate about connecting with and supporting students and ensuring they feel seen, heard, known, and valued. I spent my first few years out of undergrad working with students in different capacities, and those experiences ultimately led me back here to UAA Advising.

I’m so excited to be here, to get to know you, and to support you as you navigate your time at UW, explore your passions and interests, and grow into more of the person you want to become!

When I started college at UW, I thought I'd triple major in Psychology, Journalism, and Theater and become a reporter at The Seattle Times.  But once I got into those classes, I realized they didn't feel right - and I wasn't excited about pursuing internships in those fields.  Instead, I kept choosing roles that let me work with college students, and I found myself reading, writing, and thinking about higher education.  I loved it.

I graduated with a B.A. in Communication and later earned my Master's in Education from UT Austin.  Now I'm back at UW, doing what I'm passionate about: helping students navigate college, discover what matters to them, and build a path toward meaningful learning, work, and life.

I'm here to support you as you explore your interests, figure out your direction, and unlock your potential. 

My role as your adviser is to help you build the habits and skills that allow you to explore your interests, discover who you are, and shape how you want to make the most of your time in college. My involvement in high-impact practices at Oregon State University, combined with my Human Development and Family Sciences major, showed me the power of curiosity-driven learning in creating meaningful experiences. I went on to earn a Master’s in Education from Seattle University, focused on higher education administration and college student development.

I believe curiosity is at the heart of learning, and I encourage students to notice what sparks their interest, ask questions, seek out new experiences, and pay attention to moments of wonder along the way. I hope students leave our conversations feeling confident and equipped to create a college experience that is purposeful, engaging, and uniquely their own.

Having thoroughly enjoyed my two anthropology courses at Whatcom Community College, I chose to major in anthropology when I transferred to Iowa State University. Still interested in Anthropology, I earned a Master of Arts degree in anthropology at Western Washington University, focusing on Ethnohistory and Native American Studies. That there are so many ways of life and types of knowledge, experience and perspective are insights I draw upon every day as an academic adviser. After several years I returned to school. My doctoral dissertation, in the UW College of Education, focused on how staff, from a variety of educational institutions, approach this multifaceted business of undergraduate academic advising.

Being a first-generation college student, things did not come easy for me. I took advantage of the resources available to me and worked hard to become a good student. I still struggle with asking for help. I challenge you to be better at that than I am!

I encourage you to be patient with yourself. Learning who we are and what we want is a process. Along with other advisers, faculty and staff, I'm here to help you get settled, figure out the system and get the most out of your experience at the University of Washington!

I started my college life as an international and first-generation college student at a small community college in Idaho. Despite tons of excited preparation, I still found myself sitting in the wrong classroom on my very first day. My undergraduate experience continued at Western Washington University and was a series of mistakes, lessons learned, friends, adventures, explorations and challenges. At Western, I focused on Special Education, Elementary Education and Psychology, but it was through my work as a Resident Adviser in the residence halls, that I discovered my vocation for working with college students. I spent several years as a special education teacher and got my Master’s degree in Education, but was ultimately drawn back to college students through professional advising. I have been working in advising since 2002 and have never looked back!

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I began my undergraduate studies at the University of Miami, earning a B.A. in Political Science and Journalism. Although I enjoyed my academics, it was truly through my involvement in High-Impact Practices, such as student leadership roles and peer advising that I discovered my passion for helping students develop both inside and outside the classroom. I realized that a well-rounded college experience is crucial to a student’s success.

After graduation, I continued my focus on student development through roles in Student Affairs at Vanderbilt University, and the Curtis Institute of Music. These experiences reinforced my commitment to providing holistic support to students, ensuring they are not only achieving academically but also thriving socially, emotionally, and professionally.

My journey led me to the University of Pennsylvania, where I earned my M.S.Ed. in Higher Education Administration. Now, as an academic adviser at the University of Washington, I am committed to empowering students to explore how their academic path can intersect with their unique passions and values. I look forward to helping you see your college experience as a holistic journey, one that connects academic rigor with meaningful experiences that will shape your future!

I grew up in the Seattle area and did my undergraduate studies here at UW. When I first started college, I thought I wanted a future in lab work and disease research. However, the experiences of getting to take exploratory social science classes as part of my degree, along with getting involved with incredible communities and work opportunities at UW, led me to discover a passion for student support, diversity and equity advocacy, and higher education. I eventually graduated with degrees in Education and Global Health.

I didn’t always know I wanted to be an adviser, but my own identities and background led me to care deeply about access to and support through higher education for all students. This passion for education equity brought me first to a general advising role with UAA, and now to my current role as the Seattle Promise Path to UW Adviser in partnership with the Seattle Colleges. I know support for everyone looks different, and whether you are a freshmen or a prospective transfer student from a Seattle College just starting your UW journey, or are anywhere else along your college path, I am excited to walk alongside you as you make meaning of your undergraduate experience, discover your passions, and step into your potential.

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I started out at Oregon State University wanting to go into physics or engineering because I was good at it in high school and thought it was a good path for me. After a couple of terms in college, I quickly realized that was not how I wanted to spend my time. I jumped around to business and writing, ultimately landing in sociology because it was the subject I was most excited about learning. When I was trying to figure out what to do with my sociology degree, I started tutoring the subject to student-athletes on campus. I learned that I loved connecting with students about what they were learning and wanted to continue doing this kind of work. I got my master’s in Education and became an academic adviser. I’m so excited to work with you as you explore the University of Washington and your own educational experience!

My academic journey started at the University of Puget Sound where (thanks to careful academic planning) I pursued a triple major in History, American Politics & Government, and Classical Languages. Following my dream of becoming a professor of history, I continued directly into graduate school at the University of Chicago where I completed a Master of Arts degree in the Social Sciences. During my time as a student, I discovered my true path had less to do with research or educating in the classroom but was instead finding ways to support students in their own academic journeys as an adviser and mentor. My goal is to be a navigator who is here to help you connect with the programs and opportunities on campus that will help you discover and explore your own interests, skills, and goals. After five years working in academic advising at Western Washington University, I am excited to be a part of the UAA Advising team and to have the opportunity to help you all carve your own path at UW!

I grew up in Washington’s San Juan islands and received my Bachelor of Arts degree from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. I had always been interested in history, political science, and other parts of the world so I decided to major in International Relations. In my senior year I studied abroad in Bangalore, India, which was a transformative experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my major but struggled with what career path to take and considered working in international business, government, or criminal justice. After college, I worked in professional sales for a few years and realized I didn’t love the corporate business world, but I did love public service and helping people achieve their goals. The UW was the perfect place to do this, and I worked for several years as a staff member in the department of French & Italian Studies on course planning, communications and curriculum coordination.

I strongly believe that a college education should be available to all, not only as a means to get a degree and a job but to gain a breadth of knowledge to improve yourself and society as a whole. As an academic adviser I am here to support you as you navigate your first years at UW and pursue your academic, professional, and personal goals!

When I came into the University of Washington as a freshman, I had absolutely no idea what I wanted to major in. All I knew was that I loved using my imagination, was driven by passion, and always questioned the world around me. This eventually led me to Comparative History of Ideas (CHID), a major that centers around critical thinking, creativity, and social and structural transformation. I made my home in CHID over the next five years and graduated from UW with a Bachelor of Arts. Rather than declare another major or even a minor, I dedicated the rest of my time to exploring all that the University had to offer. I took a dance class every quarter, worked as a campus tour guide and as an outdoor educator at UWild Outdoor Education, and founded a few RSOs along the way. When I graduated, I similarly had no idea what I wanted to do. I dabbled in outdoor work and early childhood education before realizing that what I really wanted in life was to be surrounded by the curiosity, passion, and imagination that I found in higher education. This led me back to advising, where I seek to nurture that same passion and curiosity in today’s students, while meeting each individual's unique needs. I can’t wait to act as one resource for you on your journey through UW!

I grew up in Mukilteo, WA and am a product of the Washington state public education system—in fact, I received my B.A. in Communication from the UW, with the intention to go into a career in higher education.

Over my time as an undergraduate I was fortunate to participate in lots of different kinds of involvement- with student government and RSOs, with jobs and volunteer opportunities, and with peer groups in classes and different spaces on campus like the Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center. These many different involvements and interactions with so many different people helped me understand how varied and diverse student experiences can be at UW and have helped bolster my interest and passion in meeting students where they are at, learning where they want to be, and helping them develop pathways to get there.

I'm excited to learn more about you and work together on your experiences here at the University of Washington!

I grew up in a small rural community and found a world of opportunities as a student at the University of Washington. I began my studies with no clear plan, but lots of ideas for things I wanted to explore. I randomly took a geography class, enjoyed it, took another and later graduated with a degree in Geography, and minors in Education, Learning & Society, and International Studies. My hands-on learning experiences at the UW, particularly with the Dream Project, deeply influenced me to pursue a career in undergraduate admissions and college access. Working with prospective transfer students sparked my interest in advising and lead me to my current role. I strive to be a resource and empower students as they navigate their college journeys. I am excited to work with you and support you in making the most of your UW experience!

I am a first-generation college student from Quincy, WA. I transferred from Big Bend Community College to UW after receiving my AA and graduated from UW with a major in Sociology, and a minor in Education, Learning, & Society. I have continued working at UW to support students with their college journey.

During my time as an undergraduate, I participated in various programs that helped my experience at UW be so memorable. I worked as a student ambassador with the Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment (MOR) office, I was also an advising intern for the TRIO-SSS program at UW which helped me learn skills to become an academic advisor in the future. After graduating the University of Washington, I continued to work with the MOR program as a Transfer Admissions Counselor. In this role, I was able to support students from first generation, underrepresented and underserved communities to have a higher chance to further their education. I enjoyed supporting students with their next steps in education and I still wanted to continue supporting them through their time at UW. That is what led me to this position, being an academic advisor with Path to UW with UAA. I will continue to help transfer students while also supporting current UW students with their educational journey at UW.

I look forward to meeting and connecting with future and current Huskies! :)

My undergraduate experience at the University of New Mexico was similar to the experience of most students at UW. I tried lots of things and changed my intended major a few times - from architecture to business to philosophy. Turns out I liked the idea of architecture more than the study of it (still do), I found business boring, and the ancient Greeks are fascinating. Who knew? After college I came to Seattle and did my graduate work in the UW College of Education emphasizing philosophy of education. My current teaching and research deals with questions of meaning, purpose, and value in undergraduate education.

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I was born and raised in the Southend of Seattle and received my Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington. I entered my undergraduate degree intending to major in Social Welfare, but after exploring other social science classes, I found myself seamlessly taking another path that I loved walking down. This led me to major in Education, Communities and Organizations (ECO) with a minor in Diversity. As a student, I had the opportunity to be a Student Associate in the undergraduate advising office, peer adviser in multiple, and pile on many other roles in and outside the university. These experiences helped build my passion for supporting (directly and indirectly) and working alongside folks maneuvering around complex and unjust systems in ways that work best for every individual at all levels.

Together, we will recognize and disrupt these normative systems that have been upheld; we will embrace and nurture each other's uniqueness and needs grounded on interdependence, learning, understanding, and love.