Advising Philosophy Statement

I envision a campus in which students, faculty, and staff succeed in their academic & professional goals, have access to the tools & resources to do so, and proceed to make a difference in the community. Inspired by this vision, I operate with the intention to treat students & colleagues as people first, to be curious, and to keep learning. We are all living, breathing, whole human beings with dreams, goals, and responsibilities both on and off campus. I seek to build a relationship by starting where they are and, just like water, flowing with the conversation. Adjusting approaches based on their needs, guiding where necessary, and encouraging the use of resources. I aim to help them fit various puzzle pieces together when they can’t see the whole picture. Like an iceberg, there’s more below the surface, so I focus on starting with questions and inviting them to share more. I consider where I can be of service, what I personally can contribute or introduce a tool or individual that could be helpful. I strive to ground my contributions in practicality. I can better serve others by seeking out new resources and opportunities for growth then sharing the takeaways with others. Like a splash, I believe impact ripples out from me, to those around me, and expands beyond.