University College Staff
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Melinda J. Anderson, M.Ed, Ed.D Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies Director of University College | (910) 962-3245 Meta Major: Arts / Humanities & Undecided Dr. Melinda J. Anderson has been the Director of University College since 2015 and was recently appointed as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies. She is from Woodbridge, Virginia and earned her undergraduate degree in Mass Communications and a Business Minor from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Dr. Anderson also earned an M.S. degree in Adult Education from VCU and her doctorate in Higher Education Administration from the College of William and Mary. She is passionate about student success. As a first-generation student, Dr. Anderson understands how difficult it can be to navigate your way through school. Her parents instilled in her the importance of education and living your purpose. She is committed to providing students and their families the support they need to accomplish their academic and career goals. Dr. Anderson enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also loves to travel, read, and learn about anything and everything. She loves being an academic advisor because as the late Maya Angelou said People may forget what you did, what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel. |
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Special Programs Coordinator | (910) 962-3821 Meta Major: Business Jenny Adams has been an advisor in University College since 2006. She is a native Wilmingtonian who earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in English from North Carolina State University. Jenny is passionate about working with a diverse group of students since starting in higher education - adult learners, transfer students, and freshmen. She believes that all students should have access to meaningful experiences and that the first year matters to all students. She is also passionate about creating programs that provide support and community for all students. In her free time, Jenny enjoys reading, camping, seeing live music, going to the beach, and spending time with her family. Jenny loves being an academic advisor because she gets to be a part of a student's journey from day one. She loves supporting students through their highs and lows, helping them discover their passions, and encouraging them as they work towards their goals. |
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First-Year Studies Coordinator | (910) 962-7970 Meta Major: Social Sciences Rebecca Stultz has been an advisor in University College since 2006. She is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and earned her undergraduate in Psychology from Purdue University. Rebecca also earned a Master’s in Education Counseling from Boston University. She is passionate about learning and finding relationships between seemingly disparate ideas, events, or people that together generate solutions. In essence, she loves solving puzzles. In her free time, Rebecca spends time in her garden and always has a book or two in progress. Furthermore, she enjoys visiting one of her two daughters in San Francisco, or the UK, as well other family and friends spread across the country. Rebecca loves being an academic advisor because it is an interactive and creative process with each unique student. She loves learning about her |
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Advising Practices Coordinator | (910) 962-7955 Meta Major: Arts / Humanities & Undecided Michelle Vliem has been an academic advisor in University College since 2006. She is from a hybrid of the east and west side of Michigan. She was born on the east side where the bulk of her extended family is and she attended upper grades (Shelby), college and started her professional life (Grand Rapids) on the west side. Michelle earned a BS in Business Administration with a management focus from Ferris State University. She also earned an MA in Higher Education Counseling Education from Western Michigan University. She is passionate about college football and seeing students find their passion! In her free time, Michelle loves to be outside doing anything from walking on the beach, riding her bike, working in the yard, and hanging with her awesome husband and |
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Kelsey Axe has been an advisor in University College since 2018. She is from Huntersville North Carolina and earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Kelsey also completed her Masters of Counseling Education Student Affairs at Clemson University. |
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Academic Coordinator | (910) 962-4179 Athletic Advising (Baseball, Softball, Men's Soccer, Swimming Shauna Baker-Karl has been an academic advisor since 2014. She is from Chantilly, Virginia and earned her undergraduate degree in English from the University of Virginia. Shauna also earned a Master’s degree in Higher Education from UVA as well. She is passionate about forming relationships with student-athletes to give them the best holistic support possible which includes helping them find the same drive for academics that they have for sports. In her free time, Shauna loves to read, play with her pets, and watch UNCW athletics. Shauna loves being an academic advisor because of the relationships she has with her students along with the opportunity to mentor incredible young adults. |
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Orientation |(910) 962-7879 Melissa Friddle joined University College as an academic advisor in 2016. Prior to becoming an academic advisor, Melissa served in the Office of the Registrar at UNCW for four years. She earned an undergraduate degree in Music and a minor in business, from Winthrop University. Melissa also earned a Masters of Business Administration from Appalachian State University. She is passionate about living life to the fullest. In fact, Melissa strives to be a lifelong learner with continued personal growth as well as someone who never passes up a great adventure. In her free time, she likes to kayak, practice yoga, |
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Intervention Specialist|(910) 962-3921 Meta Major: Business Aiola Gill joined University College as an academic advisor in 2017. She is from Pogradec, Albania but earned an undergraduate degree in sociology and criminal justice from Baldwin-Wallace University in Cleveland, Ohio. She also earned a graduate degree in sociology from Cleveland State University. Aiola is passionate about She loves being an academic |
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Seahawk RISE Program Coordinator | (910) 962-7245 Pat Gosier joined University College as the Coordinator for Seahawk RISE program in 2018. He is from Rome New York and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from SUNY Brockport after transferring from the University of New Haven. He is currently pursuing a Masters of Higher Education from UNCW. Pat is passionate about education and sees it as a means or pathway to pursuing a life full of opportunities. He is a huge sports fan and enjoys watching football, basketball, and baseball as well as television shows and Netflix. When Pat is not watching sports or television, he relaxes on the beach with a good book. He loves being an academic advisor because of the opportunity to be an advocate for and with students. Pat’s goal is to assist students in dismantling barriers they may face on the road to success and educating them on the possibilities ahead. He views the advisor/advisee relationship as one where learning is mutually beneficial. He enjoys challenging students to think “outside the box” and engaging them in meaningful reflection exercises. In fact, he agrees with an anonymous author who said, “Never underestimate the valuable and important difference you make in every life you touch. For the impact you make today has a powerful rippling effect on every tomorrow.” |
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(910) 962-7985 Meta Major: Business Danny Hall has been an advisor in University College since 2016. Prior to becoming an academic advisor, Danny served in Housing and Residence Life at UNCW for three years. He is from Long Beach, California, and he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Humboldt State University. Danny earned a graduate degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County in Intercultural Communications – Spanish. Danny is passionate about traveling the world and learning about people and culture. He loves working with students to help them accomplish their goals. In fact, he loves having the ability to help a wide range of students beginning with Learning Community placement to advising the best path for their chosen major. |
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Students in Transition (SIT) | (910) 962-7629 Meta Major: Business Karsan Hardy has been an advisor in University College since 2015. She is a North Carolina native, who earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from UNC-Charlotte in 2013. Prior to joining the UC staff, she provided advising and programming support for the Supplemental Instruction Program at the University of South Carolina. She also has previous advising experience working as an Academic Coach with at-risk students. Karsan received a Master of Education degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina. She is passionate about serving Transfer and Military students and helping them achieve their academic, career, and personal goals. Karsan enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and family; cooking; putting together puzzles; and snuggling with her pups, Cola and Fisher. |
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Lead Advisor: First-Year Studies | (910) 962-3549 Meta Major: Arts / Humanities & Undecided Kristen Harris has been an advisor in University College since 2016. She is from Richfield, North Carolina, and she earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from UNCW and Pfeiffer University. Kristen earned a Master’s degree in Education, Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education from UNC-Greensboro. Kristen is passionate about helping others in need, teaching kindness to her children, and enjoying every day to its fullest. In her free time, she enjoys participating in outdoor activities, playing with her children and dogs, trying out new restaurants, reading a great book, or just relaxing at the beach with her family. Kristen loves being an academic advisor because she enjoys helping students find their place at UNCW, feel connected, and be successful. She fell in love with UNCW during her first year here as a student and hopes to help other students enjoy their time here just as much. |
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(910) 962-7742 Meta Major: STEM Amy Hathcock has been an advisor in University College since 2006. She is from Albemarle, North Carolina, and she earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in sociology from UNC-Charlotte. She earned her Master’s in College Student Development and Counseling from Appalachian State University. Amy is passionate about teaching and learning, social justice, and Jerry Garcia! In her free time, she likes to travel and make useless things out of useless things, and spend time with family. Amy loves being an academic advisor because she finds it a very meaningful thing to take part in the lives of her students during such a pivotal time in their journey. |
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Transfer Student Success Advisor (UC & Admissions) | 910-962-3245 Kaycee Ingram joined University College as an Academic Advisor in 2018. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in German & International Studies from Guilford College and her Masters of Arts in International Studies from East Carolina University. She is passionate about learning, whether it be in or outside of the classroom. By working with students and traveling the world, Kaycee can meet and learn from people in a variety of different cultures and backgrounds, which ultimately consistently helps broaden her horizons. In fact, Kaycee already visited 17 countries and is planning her next trip. When she is not traveling abroad, Kaycee enjoys camping and hiking in North Carolina or spending time curled up with her two tuxedo cats, Winston and Ozzy. Kaycee loves being an advisor because she has the opportunity to work with students from all different backgrounds and aides them throughout their academic journey. It is personally rewarding when students achieve their goals. |
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Transfer Student Success Advisor (UC & Admissions) | 910-962-3245 Randie Jenkins joined University College as an Academic Advisor in 2018. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an Emphasis in Mathematics from Grand Canyon University. Randie also completed her master’s degree in Human Services Counseling – Military Resilience from Liberty University. Randie is passionate about assisting anyone in pursuit of his/her passion and goals. Part of her assistance includes a friendly smile and listening ear. She treats others the way that she would want to be treated. In her free time, Randie enjoys listening to music and either watching or attending sporting events (e.g., St. Louis Cardinals & Carolina Panthers). Furthermore, she enjoys quality time with her two daughters and two granddaughters. Randie loves being an academic advisor because it allows her to assist prospective and current students with their educational path and hopefully make their experience enjoyable and successful. She equates being an effective academic advisor to putting a puzzle together – it is finding the right pieces that fit together effectively to ensure a successful outcome in the end.
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(910) 962-3575 Meta Major: CHHS Robbie Jones joined University College as an academic advisor in 2017. She is from Ada, Oklahoma and earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Oklahoma in journalism-professional writing and a graduate degree in human relations. Robbie also earned a graduate degree in Digital Media and Storytelling from Loyola University Chicago. She enjoys learning about different cultures, religions, dreams, goals, and ideas from students. She is thankful to have had students over the years who have shared aspects of their culture with her that have allowed her to grow as an individual. She believes that difference makes us stronger. She is also passionate about building relationships and trust. In her free time, Robbie enjoys spending time with her nephews playing board games and riding bikes, reading, and watching reality TV. Robbie has been an academic advisor at multiple institutions for the past 20 years. She loves being able to share new adventures with students and helping them discover who they are and what they are passionate about. |
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Academic Coordinator, Learning Specialist | (910) 962-2775 Athletic Advising (Volleyball, Beach Volleyball, Women's Soccer, Men's and Women's Track and Field/Cross Country, Director of Student-Athlete Affairs) Garrett Knudson has been athletic advisor since 2015. He is from Alexandria, Virginia and earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise, Sport, and Health Education from Radford University. Garrett also earned a Master's of Science in He is passionate about being great in all aspects of his life. Everything he does, he tries to do it with 100% effort whether it is a large or small task. In his free time, Garrett likes to watch sports, hang out at the beach, workout, and enjoy |
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Assistant Director, Student-Athlete Support Services | (910) 962-7530 Athletic Advising (Men's and Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Tennis) Shannon Pease has been an athletic advisor since 2013. She is from Binghamton, New York and earned her undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Seton Hall University. Shannon earned her Master's in Adult and Higher Education from the University of Oklahoma. She is passionate about seeing student-athletes grow as young adults and evolve over their four years at UNCW. In her free time, Shannon loves to travel and relax on the beach. She is also working on a personal goal of running a half marathon in each state. Shannon loves being an academic advisor because she gets the opportunity to see student-athletes in a different light. She really enjoys getting to see them as students and not just athletes and believes it is very special to see student-athletes graduate after 4 years of hard work. |
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(910) 962-4294 Meta Major: Arts & Humanities and Undecided Maria Ramirez joined University College as an academic advisor in 2017. She is from Monterey Bay, California and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development as well as a Master of Science degree in student affairs and college counseling from California State University, Fresno. She is passionate about traveling the world to gain new perspective and insights into how other individuals live their day to day lives. Maria is consistently amazed by the things she learns about others with a simple “hello”. In her free time, Maria enjoys taking her camera along any adventure that presents itself. If she is not active at the beach, she can usually be found in the mountains or following the sounds of live music. Maria loves being an advisor because working with students is an incredible learning experience. As much as Maria hopes to assist students in their growth and development, she believes the wealth of knowledge she gains from them is priceless. |
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Assistant Athletic Director, Academic Advisor | (910) 962-3001 Drew Scales has been an academic advisor since 2014. He is from Nashville, Tennessee and earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Morehouse College. Drew also earned a graduate degree in Kinesiology and Clinical Psychology from Michigan State University and Argosy University-Phoenix. He is passionate about helping people overcome obstacles. In his free time, Drew likes to play golf, travel, spend time with friends, and do photography, play tennis, and simply relax. He loves being an advisor because he can “execute the responsibility of positively impacting the lives of college student-athletes.” |
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(910) 962-3018 Meta Major: STEM Patti Schulz has been an advisor in University College since 2016. Prior to Patti is passionate about teaching, having been a Psychology instructor for over 22 years and teaching First-Year Seminar, UNI 101 at UNCW for over 5 years. Her other greatest passions are volunteering her time and efforts to a wide array of activities and organizations. She’s taught English to a migrant school in China and builds houses for Habitat for Humanity. In her free time, Patti enjoys flying airplanes and wants to continue Patti loves being an academic advisor because of the opportunity to work with students and be a part of their academic journey. It’s exciting for her to help students find their academic and life passions and to be there as they follow their goals. |
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Transfer Student Success Advisor (UC & Admissions) | 910-962-3912 Leigh Smith joined University College as an Academic Advisor in 2017. Prior to working in University College, she worked in the Watson College of Education for almost 2 years. Leigh is from Salisbury, North Carolina. During her undergraduate career at North Carolina State University, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business and Marketing Education and a minor in Business Administration. Leigh earned a Master of Education in College Counseling and Student Development from North Carolina State University. Leigh is passionate about making a positive difference in everyone’s life that she meets. She believes that small acts of kindness can make a difference in others’ lives more than you can imagine. Leigh loves being an academic advisor because she enjoys advising students to aid in their success and assist them in reaching their educational, career, and personal goals. She has embraced the opportunity to continue her work with the students, faculty, and staff at UNCW, along with NC Community Colleges. Outside of work, Leigh enjoys taking her dogs to the beach, traveling and spending time on the water with family and friends. She enjoys taking trips on the ICW with her pups, Streak |
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Academic Advisor | (910)-962-3845 Whitney Kornegay Smith has been an advisor in University College since 2018. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies and Masters of Arts in Teaching from UNCW. Her overall goal and passion project is to be an influential, dedicated, and life-changing mouthpiece for all who are willing to listen using the avenue of higher education. Essentially, she wants to “Be the change she wishes to see in the world.” - Gandhi She enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends. Whitney typically watches movies, volunteers with her dance Whitney loves being an academic advisor because she can guide students through their academic process and make suggestions to help their growth when progress may seem hard. She likes being an advocate for students as well as a sounding board for those who need to discuss their process. If there are obstacles |
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Outreach | UC Isaac Bear Liaison | (910) 962-2117 Meta Major: Arts / Humanities & Undecided (Art Studio, Art History, Digital Arts, Theater, Music, International Studies) Keryn Vickers has been an academic advisor in University College since 2011. He is from the Bronx, New York and earned his undergraduate degree in Communication Arts and Sciences from DePauw University in Indiana. Keryn also earned a Master’s degree in Recreation and Sports Management from Indiana State University. He is currently pursuing an Ed.D. in Education Leadership Higher Education from UNCW and expects to graduate soon. Keryn is passionate about his faith and about his family – especially his children. In his free time, Keryn likes to spend time with his family, children, and significant others; travel; preach Keryn loves being an academic advisor because he can help students navigate the academic world of endless possibilities. He knows it is a privilege, honor, and pleasure to work with such inspiring young minds and their families to make their dreams, goals, and visions become a reality despite their current circumstances, obstacles, and fears. |
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Intervention | (910) 962-3987 Meta Major: STEM Carly Wilson has been an advisor in University College since 2010. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Pennsylvania State University. She earned a Master’s of Science Education from Old Dominion University. There are so many quotes by Eleanor Roosevelt that sum up her passion but the one that rings most true for her is, “Do the things that interest you and do them with all your heart. Don’t be concerned about whether people are watching you or criticizing you. The chances are they aren’t paying any attention to you.” She enjoys activities that enrich her mind and body such as beach volleyball, scuba diving, swimming, biking, running, knitting, reading, and yoga. Carly also spends time exposing her twin boys to new experiences and adventures. Finally, Carly is drawn to academic advising because she values the benefits of life-long learning. She is able to work individually with students to discover their talents and interests so that they can choose the academic path that will keep them most engaged and prepared for life before and after graduation. |
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Academic Advisor| (910) 962- 7081 Meta Major: Business Najee Wise has been an academic advisor in University College since 2018. He is from Willingboro, New Jersey and earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sports Management from Wingate University. Najee also earned a Masters of Education in Higher Education from UNCW. He is passionate about celebrating the overall success of individuals whether it is financial, academic, social, mental or physical. Najee has a hunger for growth and knowledge and believes there is always something new to learn that will make him a better person. He loves watching sports and television, playing video games, listening to music and relaxing. Najee is also a connoisseur of sneakers and owns an extensive collection. Moreover, he loves spending time with family, friend and traveling. Najee loves being an academic advisor because it is a critical and integral factor in enhancing the educational experiences and growth opportunities for all students. He enjoys providing a nurturing environment that gives students an opportunity to cast their vision, complete their plan(s) and then celebrate success. |
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Business Services Coordinator | (910) 962-3822 Kristen Nice has been a Business Services Coordinator As a dedicated yogini, she is passionate about expanding her mind and striving for balance in her own life, as well as facilitating others in their journey on and off the mat. Sthira Sukham Asanam. She enjoys working in University College as a Business Services Coordinator because she loves working with her team and collaborating with other departments across campus. Kristen finds it gratifying to know that she is contributing to the success of students by supporting the advising staff and faculty. |
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Administrative Associate | (910) 962-3245 Corinna Struckholz recently joined University College as an Administrative Associate in 2017. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin but grew up in Northern Virginia, outside of D.C. She has traveled extensively in the U.S. and has lived in Wisconsin, Indiana, Illinois, Florida, Arizona, and Rhode Island. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with minors in English and Religion from Florida State University. She is passionate about life-long learning and is extremely interested in how people from all over live their day to day lives. She is excited to work in higher education and be part of a department that helps students figure out what they want to do with their lives. During Corinna’s free time, she enjoys reading, relaxing on the beach, fishing, eating good food, yoga and listening to music. Currently, she is in a metal and Americana phase. She also enjoys doing anything outside, traveling and being exposed to what the world has to offer. She does her best to remain grateful on a daily basis. |
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Administrative Associate | (910) 962-7977 Emily Morgan has been an Administrative Associate in University College since 2016 including undergraduate career. She is from the foothills region and is currently pursuing her undergraduate degree from UNCW. She is passionate about life-long learning and the pursuit of knowledge for both personal and professional reasons. Emily is especially enthusiastic about politics and historic leaders from around the globe. In her free time, Emily enjoys traveling to new places and connecting with nature, especially Emily loves working in UC because she has the opportunity to engage with a likeminded team and is in a position that allows her to problem solve, focus on organization, and develop helpful and transferable skills. This in combination with the networking and educational opportunities that she is provided with makes her role quite enjoyable. |
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Stefanie Anderson Faculty Advisor Learning Center, DePaolo Hall 1056 (910) 962-2127 | andersonsa@uncw.edu |
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Dr. G. Brooks Avery Faculty Advisor Chemistry, Depaolo Hall 1092 (910) 962-7388 | averyg@uncw.edu |
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Shawn Bingham Director of the Honors College & Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies Honors Advisor, Randall Library 200C (910) 962-7868 | binghams@uncw.edu |
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Nanci Boldizar Engineering Faculty Advisor University College, King 201B (910) 962-4075 | boldizarn@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Dave Bollinger Honors Advisor Communication Studies, Leutze 241 (910) 962-7591 | bollingerd@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Kate Bruce Honors Advisor Honors College, Randall Library 2007 (910) 962-3374 | bruce@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Nathan Crowe Honors Advisor Department of History, Morton 228 (910) 962-3309 | crowen@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Diane Dodd Honors Advisor Biology and Marine Biology, Friday 2021 (910) 962-3228 | doddd@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Deb Dowd Faculty Advisor College of Health and Human Services, Hanover Hall 201D (910) 962-3255 | dowdd@uncw.edu |
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Dr. George Felis Faculty Advisor Philosophy and Religion, Bear Hall 266 (910) 962-3730 | felisg@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Art Frampton Honors Advisor Biology and Marine Biology, Friday Hall 2001D (910) 962-2643 | framptona@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Nathan Grove Honors Advisor Chemistry, Randall Library 2081 (910) 962-3216 | groven@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Tracy Hargrove Faculty Advisor Watson College of Education, Education Building 270 (910) 962-7395 |
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Dr. Emmanuel Harris Faculty Advisor World Languages & Cultures, Morton Hall 255 (910) 962-3341 |
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Dr. Jennifer Horan Honors Advisor Public & International Affairs, Randall Library 2007 (910) 962-7929 | horanj@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Tom Janicki Faculty Advisor Information Systems, CIS Building 2052 (910) 962-4077 | janickit@uncw.edu |
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Tom Kunz Faculty Advisor Learning Center, DePaolo Hall 1003 (910) 962-2142 | kunzt@uncw.edu |
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Tracy Pena Faculty Advisor Psychology, Teaching Lab 3021 (910) 962-3380 | penat@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Carolina Priester Faculty Advisor Biology & Marine Biology, Osprey Hall (910) 962-2943 | priesterc@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Amy Reamer Faculty Advisor Engineering, King Hall 205A (910) 962-4075 | reamera@uncw.edu |
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Mike Ruwe Faculty Advisor Learning Center, DePaolo Hall 1056 (910) 962-4194 | ruwem@uncw.edu |
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Dr. Michael Smith Faculty Advisor Department of Earth and Ocean Sciences, DeLoach 127 (910) 962-3496 | smithms@uncw.edu |
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Will Wilkinson Faculty Advisor Learning Center, DePaolo Hall 1007 (910) 962-7156 | wilkinsonw@uncw.edu |
