Purpose
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Provide holistic, proactive, and meaningful academic advising and individualized educational pathways to engage students in their learning experiences, promote self-authorship, and support persistence and timely graduation from Sonoma State University.
Website
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| Department Personnel | Title | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Balasek |
Director | The Advising Center
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(707) 664-2701
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| Jami Grosser |
Professional Academic Advisor
|
707-664-2834
|
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| Luis Vega |
Professional Academic Advisor
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(707) 664-3437
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| Ryan Walsh |
Professional Academic Advisor
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(707) 664-3391
|
Staff Information
Michael Balasek
He/Him/His
Director | The Advising Center
(707) 664-2701
Education
- M.Ed. in Physical Education - Athletic Administration, Idaho State University
- B.A. in Philosophy, emphasis in Pre-Law Advising, minor in Ethics, California State University, Chico
How I can help
- Provide direction and leadership on matters of policy and procedure related to academic advising, student success, and improving student persistence and graduation rates
- Collaborate and support university-wide efforts to build our capacity to provide holistic, proactive, and meaningful academic advising and ensure consistent, clear, and concise information, resources, and services
- Actively assist with university-wide persistence efforts, conduct student outreach, assist at-risk students, and partner to support registration efforts
Jami Grosser
she/her/hers
Professional Academic Advisor
707-664-2834
Education
- M.Ed. in Higher and Postsecondary Education, Arizona State University
- B.S. in Life Science (Pre-Optometry), minor in Women Studies, Kansas State University
How I can help
- Provide lower-division academic advising for select majors in the School of Science and Techbology
- Connect students with campus resources and opportunities to get involved
- Provide inclusive support for student success
Luis Vega
Professional Academic Advisor
(707) 664-3437
Education
- M.A. in Organizational Administration, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
- M.A. in Counseling, California State Bakersfield
- B.A in Political Science, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
How I can help
1. Assess
2. Advise
3. Refer
Ryan Walsh
He/Him/His
Professional Academic Advisor
(707) 664-3391
Education
- M.A. in Counselor Education, Clemson University
- B.A. in History, University of California, Davis
- B.A. in Political Science, University of California, Davis
How I can help
- Provide academic advising support for students navigating their academic journeys
- Provide support in navigating university policies and procedures
- Provide a safe space in navigating mental health and holistic wellness