About
Our Mission
Advising Teaching Liberal Arts Students
The College of Liberal Arts Advising Center/ATLAS is committed to student success and empowerment. We view academic advising as a partnership with students as we provide the knowledge, tools, and inclusive environment they need to explore their passions, find their purpose, and persist to graduation. We collaborate with faculty advisors, internship specialists, and campus resources to support our students as they prepare to navigate life beyond college.
Our Goals
As the advising center for the largest and most diverse college on campus, we strive to:
In every student interaction, we aim to support students鈥 holistic needs and best interests by providing accuracy in advising, practicing empathy, and addressing student concerns in a culturally competent manner.
ATLAS has been the primary player in the 2025 graduation initiative to improve 2-year and 4-year graduation rates. Our 鈥淢ore in 4鈥 motto guides our graduation efforts and campaigns, ensuring students know that graduating on time does not limit them in their academic and extracurricular pursuits.
Providing personalized advising and support for each of our CLA students, ATLAS strives to promote the incredible and diverse opportunities that CLA has to offer in and outside of the classroom, including a wide range of majors, minors, & certificates; college-based clubs & organizations; and internship & post-graduate resources.
From our advisors to our front office staff, every member of our ATLAS team matters. We believe that a well-supported and appreciated team is the foundation for a positive student experience.
Meet the Team
Tanisha Peoples
Vanessa Arnold
Christie Waken
Matt Estrella
Diandra Porter
Jeremy Burns
Shay James Briggs
Veronica Valdez
Jeffery Cabanez
KC Ciocca
Mike Espe
Lisa Pher
Daisy Dominguez
Soraya Rivas
Jenalyn Ruiz
Tania MacPherson
Rachel Carr
