Meet our Student Advisors!
Peer advisors are available daily. Stop in to learn from them about the various advising tools to assist in your academic journey.
- Advisement & Registration assistance
- Assistance with advising tools and degree planning
- APAS, Schedule Builder, and more
- Add/Change Advisors within our collegiate unit
- Scheduling appointments with a professional academic advisor
- Connect students to campus tools and resources
- Facilitate improved student understanding of major and degree requirements
- Provide a unique leadership opportunity to current UMD students
August Watson
Year in School: Sophomore (Class of 2027)
Studying: Teaching Social Studies and Political Science
Hometown: Shakopee, MN
Involvement on campus: Peer advisor, EMAE secretary
Fun fact(s) about you: I was chosen as the diamond at a Bridgerton event.
Why do you enjoy being a Peer Advisor?
I am really excited to help out where I can and enjoy making CAHSS feel even more welcoming than it already is!
Grace Maki
Year in School: Junior
Studying: Chinese Area Studies
Hometown: White Bear Lake, MN
Involvement on campus: Peer Advisor, Events Coordinator for Chinese Language Learning Club
Fun fact(s) about you: I am working on writing a book.
Why are you excited about being a Peer Advisor?
I want to help other students feel secure with their education at school.
What is your favorite thing about UMD?
The opportunity it provides with connecting to people, professors, and your career.