Psychology Academic Advising Interns
Our Psychology Academic Advising Interns are available for walk-ins and via email to answer general students’ questions regarding a change of major to Psychology, course scheduling, and registration, and provide peer mentorship. For any detailed advising needs regarding petitions, degree checks, or advising-related registration holds, please meet with your assigned academic advisor.
You can join their walk-ins during their available times below, or email them at psycadvising@ucr.edu.
Academic Advising Intern Online Walk-in Hours – Winter 2022*Note: Walk-in hours are subject to change based on intern availability. |
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| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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| Natalie: 4-5pm | Karen: 10am-12pm Natalie: 4-5pm |
Natalie: 9:45-11:45am | Karen: 10am-12pm Natalie: 4-5pm |
Natalie: 11am-12pm |
Karen is a fourth-year student pursuing a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Dance. Some of her interests and hobbies include fashion, fitness, food, dancing, and photography. She is passionate about helping others out and is very excited to be working with the Psychology Advising team for this upcoming year! Click here to join the Zoom waiting room for Karen
Natalie is a third-year psychology major and sociology minor. She’s from LA and her current interests include working out and reading. She is happy to help with any questions/concerns/advice throughout this next year! Click here to join the Zoom waiting room for Natalie
About this Position
The Psychology Academic Advising Intern supports academic advisors by serving as a liaison between students and professional advising staff. This position also serves as the primary support for and implementation of the Psychology Department Peer Mentorship program.
Responsibilities and Expectations:
- Serve as a resource to current undergraduate psychology majors
- Establish and maintain rapport with students/mentees
- Support academic advising staff during events including Highlander orientation, recruitment events, and workshops
- Respond to general student emails and maintain social media platforms
- Hold weekly walk-in hours for student meetings
- Acquaint students with other resources in the department and on campus
- Assist with supporting and developing the Psychology Department Peer Mentorship program
Requirements and Qualifications
- Must be a Psychology major in at least sophomore status with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Ability to commit to 10 hours per week for one calendar year (Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring)
- Participate in bi-weekly meetings with professional advising staff
- Demonstrate ability as a team player: involvement in on or off-campus activities (i.e., leadership, research, service, employment)
- Ability to multitask while being self-motivated
- Must use active listening and problem-solving skills
- Willing to provide support to students
Benefits:
Advising Intern will be able to:
- Develop leadership skills
- Develop interpersonal communication and counseling skills in one-on-one sessions
- Develop public speaking skills through workshop facilitation
- Assist in guiding psychology students with navigating their transition into college and through the major
- Further their professional development skills
Undergraduate Student Affairs Office
Dr. Lawrence D. Rosenblum
Undergraduate Advisor
Office: PSYCH 2121
Phone: (951) 827-4400
Suzy Sharweed
Academic Advisor Supervisor
Office: HMNSS 2417
E-mail: suzy.sharweed@ucr.edu
Roberto Montes, M.A.
Academic Advisor
Office: PSYCH 1111P
Phone: (951) 827-5386
E-mail: roberto.montes@ucr.edu
Last names beginning with A-Ez
Sara Cuny, M.S.
Academic Advisor
Office: PSYCH 1111G
Phone: (951) 827-5386
E-mail: sara.cuny@ucr.edu
Last names beginning with Fa-Le
Kirsten Alonso, M.S.
Academic Advisor
Office: PSYCH 1111H
Phone: (951) 827-5386
E-mail: kirsten.alonso@ucr.edu
Last names beginning with Li-Re
Jamie Tristan, M.A.
Academic Advisor
Office: PSYCH 1111J
Phone: (951) 827-5386
E-mail: jamie.tristan@ucr.edu
Last names beginning with Ri-Z
Undergraduates with questions about the Psychology major should first contact one of the Academic Advisors. For more complicated matters or further advice, please contact Dr. Rosenblum. Applicants with questions about the Psychology major should contact the Admissions office to speak with an Admissions Counselor via http://admissions.ucr.edu/admissions/counselors.html.
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