Meet Your Academic Coaches

Bio: Hello Mavericks! My name is Brittany Bolden and I serve as an Academic Coach in the Academic Success Center. Before transitioning into this new role in October 2023, I served as an Academic Advisor in the University Advising and Engagement Center. What I love most about working with students is seeing you all achieve and overcoming obstacles. I encourage students to reach out for help when they need it whether it’s from your professors, classmates, and/or other campus resources. Fun fact about me: I’m currently working on my masters in social work and a masters in educational leadership and policy studies, and I enjoy playing the Sims 4 in my spare time.

Bio: I have been at UTA for almost three years now. I appreciate the various types of students and backgrounds that I work with. The experience I have gained from working here has given me greater insight and allows me to grow and build valuable relationships with our students

Bio: Hello Mavericks! My name is Sophia Vieyra and I am from Mesquite, TX. I completed my bachelor's degree in Mass Communication and I am pursuing my master's degree in HR Management. I have been working at UTA since April 2022. I started as an Academic Advisor in the University Advising & Engagement Center and then became an Academic Coach in the Academic Success Center. My goal is to make each student the best version of themselves. Success looks different for everyone. We each have to define what success looks like to us. Fun Fact: I love horror movies, true crime series, etc.

Bio: I have been with UTA since 2015 initially as a student. Later, I began my UTA career with the Office of Student Accounts in 2019 where I spent two and a half years working with students in Student Financials. I thoroughly enjoy helping students succeed and reach their goals no matter the obstacle we may face together. Everyone deserves a chance of success.

Bio: My name is Luis Munoz, and I am an academic coach here at UTA (please call me Luis). I was born and raised in Irving, TX. I completed my undergraduate degree in History from UTA and currently working on my master’s degree in educational leadership and policy Studies at UTA. In my spare time, I enjoy spending my time with family and friends, watching sports (fav. football, basketball, and soccer), and being in the great outdoors. My philosophy is all about communication and relationship building. With that being said, I encourage you to not only focus on academics but also become involved in campus activities and organizations. If you have questions or need to talk, don't hesitate to contact me (email is best). I am more than happy to guide you through your college experience.

Bio: Hey MAV FAM! My name is Katrina Williams and I serve as an Academic Success Coach in the Academic Success Center. I’ve been in this role since February 2022 and I’m a proud alumna of The University of Texas at Arlington. I’m what you would call a sparkplug! I use my light to help students discover the strength and gifts they already have living inside of them. My favorite part about working with students is seeing them have the light bulb moment, when they really start to believe that they can accomplish their goals.