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peer-advisor-2024Wilkinson College of Art, Humanities, and Social Sciences Department Peer Advisors are a valuable academic resource who help students select classes that meet their interests and program requirements; provide information on academic programs, policies and procedures; and make appropriate referrals to campus resources. They also provide advice based on their experiences as students at CU. Peer advisors hold drop-in and appointment hours; they also respond to email requests for information or guidance. Their services will be advertised on college websites, social media, and newsletters.

Wilkinson College Peer Advisors

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Cameryn Krauss

Art Department Peer Advisor

Office Hours: TBD

Cameryn is available to help with information for Studio Art and Art History students. She is a senior majoring in studio art and minoring in law and liberal arts. She is passionate about politics and sustainability within artistic fields and loves to hike and read in her free time.

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Chaz Tsang

Art Department: Graphic Design Peer Advisor

Office Hours: M/ 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., TH/ 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., F/ 1-4 p.m.


Chaz is available to help with information for students within the Graphic Design Department. He is a junior Graphic Design major with a Computer Science minor. Chaz is born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, and likes to eat out with friends or design posters in his free time.

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Marisa Lamas

CCI Peer Advisor

Office Hours: W/ 9-11 a.m. (at the CCI House)

Marisa is a junior Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing major with a CCI minor. She was born and raised in Santa Clarita, California, just a short drive from Chapman. Marisa has ventured down every avenue of creativity, from dance to film. Incredibly passionate about the minor and all that it offers, she can’t wait to help students explore their creativity and its cultural foundations.

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Doris Liss

English Peer Advisor

Office Hours: T/ 3-6 p.m., W/ 4-6 p.m., TH/ 1-4 p.m. 

Doris is able to help with information for students within the English department. She is a junior English Literature and Culture and Art History double major with a CCI minor. She is from Portland, Oregon. She enjoys reading, art, and going to the beach. She looks forward to helping anyone with questions related to the English department. 

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Ameen Veach

English: Creative Writing Peer Advisor
M/W/F/ 8 a.m.-12 p.m./3-4:45 p.m., T/TH/ 3-4:45 p.m.

Ameen is available to help with information for the Creative Writing department. He is a senior majoring in creative writing and minoring in integrated education studies. He is passionate about politics and experimenting with narrative styles and forms. He also enjoys all forms of speculative fiction and loves reading the campus literary magazines.
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Abigail Stephens

English: Journalism Peer Advisor

Office Hours: T/TH/ 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Abigail is available to assist students with information and guidance within the Journalism Department. She is a senior History major with minors in Journalism and CCI. Abigail is from Anaheim, California and enjoys fantasy fiction, spending time in nature, and attempting any craft project she can get her hands on. She is interested in pursuing a career in the museum industry and using her journalism skills to collect interviews and oral histories on social issues and the art world. 

 

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Claire Gresham

History Peer Advisor

Office Hours: M/ 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., T/ 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., W/ 8:30-10:45 a.m., TH/ 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Claire is a sophomore majoring in History, Political Science, and Environmental Science and Policy. She is available to meet with History majors and minors of all years to discuss the degree and department, four-year planning, class scheduling and selection, and any general advising questions. In her free time, Claire enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and animals, as well as relaxing indoors with a good book or a Ken Burns documentary. She looks forward to helping all students interested or involved in History programs navigate their time at Chapman!

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Saige Adaro

Interdisciplinary Programs Peer Advisor

Office Hours:T/ 12:30-3:30 p.m., W/ 9 a.m.-12 p.m., TH/ 12-3 p.m.

Saige is available to help with any information regarding the interdisciplinary programs and assist anyone interested in the minors. She is a senior Writing for Film and TV major with a minor in Anthropology. Saige is from Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi and loves going to the beach, watching period dramas, and writing poetry. She is passionate about AAPI representation in film and after graduation, she hopes to create films and documentaries that amplify the voices and histories of marginalized communities.

 

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Bess Hurlock

Peace & Justice Studies Peer Advisor

Office Hours: T/TH/ 9 a.m.-12 p.m., F/ 12-3 p.m.

Bess is a second-year Peace and Justice major with a minor in honors. She is excited to help her peers navigate the Peace and Justice major and minor, provide guidance for four-year plans, class scheduling, and selection. Bess is from Redmond, Washington, and loves the rain, animals, and concerts! She is passionate about human rights and ethics and is interested in pursuing a career in Human Rights law or humanitarian work. She is proud of the Peace and Justice Department and looks forward to helping her fellow Peace and Justice peers navigate their college years.

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Sujung Cua

Political Science Peer Advisor

Office Hours: M/ 10 a.m.-12 p.m., W/ 2:45-3:45 p.m., TH/ 1-4 p.m.

Sujung is a sophomore majoring in Political Science and minoring in Women and Gender Studies, born and raised on Oahu, Hawaii. She is available to help all Political Science majors and minors, and anyone interested in the department! Sujung loves spending time at the beach, reading, hiking, and cooking. She is passionate about learning and looks forward to helping her fellow Political Science peers navigate their academic journey!

 

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Katelyn Pohlman

Sociology Peer Advisor

Office Hours: T/TH/ 10:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

Katelyn is a senior Sociology major with minors in CES and CCI. She is passionate about public policy and aspires to pursue a career that allows her to incorporate her love for fashion and education as well. Katelyn loves to hike, read, travel, and spend as much time as she can outdoors. She is eager to develop her own skills in Sociology and beyond, and looks forward to working with her peers!

 

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Quinton Owens

World Languages Peer Advisor

Office Hours: M/ 12-5 p.m., T/ 3-5 p.m., F/ 12-3 p.m.

Hi, I’m Quinton Owens! I’m a first-year Film Production major with an emphasis in Editing. Outside of class, I work on set, run a 3D printing business, and stay active through football and track. I transferred here after two years at community college, where I discovered my passion for film and built my portfolio. Also, I am learning the Japanese language and culture in hopes of studying abroad in the coming years at Chapman Feel free to reach out if you ever need help planning your four years at Chapman!