Division of Student Success
Ransom Hall 102
| PO 19240 |
DSS@uta.edu
| P 817-272-1794 | F 817-272-6592
Meet Your Advisors
UT CAP
Justin Correll
Academic Advisor
Email: capadvisor@uta.edu
Miles Muskrat, Bachelor's Degree General Studies (Emphasis in Education)
Academic Advisor II
Email: capadvisor@uta.edu
Bio: Miles Muskrat graduated from West Texas A@M University with his Bachelor's degree in General Studies with an Emphasis in Education. He is passionate about serving the student body while helping them discover their purpose. Miles supports the Academic Engagement, University Advising and Engagement Center, Division of Student Success and serves students by identifying the core values of each student and establishing clear and attainable goals to be successful students.
Undeclared
Justin Correll
Academic Advisor
Email: UAECundeclared@uta.edu
Bio: Justin Correll graduated Warner School of Education from University of Rochester with a masters in Education and Human Development. He is passionate about communication tactics, growth opportunities, and providing guidance. Justin supports DSS and serves students by guiding them on what you will learn with your major as well as what others have to offer. By having the time to learn more about you and what you hope to accomplish.
Miles Muskrat, Bachelor's Degree General Studies (Emphasis in Education)
Academic Advisor II
Email: UAECundeclared@uta.edu
Bio: Miles Muskrat graduated from West Texas A@M University with his Bachelor's degree in General Studies with an Emphasis in Education. He is passionate about serving the student body while helping them discover their purpose. Miles supports the Academic Engagement, University Advising and Engagement Center, Division of Student Success and serves students by identifying the core values of each student and establishing clear and attainable goals to be successful students.
Dual Credit (High School students taking UTA courses)
Miles Muskrat, Bachelor's Degree General Studies (Emphasis in Education)
Academic Advisor II
Email: dualcredit@uta.edu
Bio: Miles Muskrat graduated from West Texas A@M University with his Bachelor's degree in General Studies with an Emphasis in Education. He is passionate about serving the student body while helping them discover their purpose. Miles supports the Academic Engagement, University Advising and Engagement Center, Division of Student Success and serves students by identifying the core values of each student and establishing clear and attainable goals to be successful students.
Majors: Architecture, Interior Design, Sustainable Urban Design – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs
Lisa L Rose
First Year CAPPA and COLA Advisor
Janet Dellene Vinet, B.S. Bachelor of Science in Counseling/English, and M.S Master of Science in Counseling/Psychology/Secondary Higher Education
First Year Business Advisor
Academic Advisor I
Email: UAECbusiness@uta.edu
Bio: Janet graduated from East Texas State University with a BS in Counseling/English and her graduate degree is a MS in Counseling and Secondary Higher Education. She enjoys helping others, so the UAEC is the perfect spot for her!
Claudia Arredondo, MBA, MA
B.A. Speech Communication, M.A. Global Higher Education, and M.B.A. Digital Business
First Year CAPPA and COLA Advisor
Bio: Claudia Arredondo graduated from St. Mary's University with her Bachelor's in Speech Communication, from the Universidad de Alcala de Henares with a master's degree in Global Higher Education, and from EDSEN Business School with a master's degree in Digital Business. She is passionate about the interculturality behind communication, art, and higher education. Claudia supports First Year Advising and serves students by providing guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and assists students in setting and achieving educational and career goals.
Majors: Accounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources Management, Information Systems, International Business / Foreign Language, Management, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Real Estate (commercial) – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Business
Email: UAECbusiness@uta.edu
Email: UAECbusiness@uta.edu
Bio: Samone Griffin graduated from UNT Dallas with her bachelor’s degree in Sociology. She is passionate about helping students achieve their academic and career goals. Samone supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by providing personalized academic advising and using her strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills to guide them through their educational journey.
First Year Business Advisor , Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and Master of Science in Counseling Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC
Alexis Hatch
Academic Advisor I
Email: UAECbusiness@uta.edu
Bio: Alexis Hatch graduated from Southern Methodist University with a master's degree in counseling. She is passionate about supporting students' academic, personal, and emotional development. Alexis supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by providing holistic academic advising, helping them navigate challenges, set meaningful goals, and connect with campus resources that foster their success.
Majors: Early Childhood-6th Grade-Bilingual, Early Childhood- 6th Grade-ESL, Early Childhood-6th Grade-Core/Early Childhood-12th-Special Education, 4th-8th Grade-Middle Level English Language Arts/Social Studies, 4th-8th Grade- Middle Level Math/Science –Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Education
Janet Dellene Vinet, B.S. Bachelor of Science in Counseling/English, and M.S Master of Science in Counseling/Psychology/Secondary Higher Education
First Year Education Advisor
Academic Advisor I
Email: UAECeducsocw@uta.edu
Bio: Janet graduated from East Texas State University with a BS in Counseling/English and her graduate degree is a MS in Counseling and Secondary Higher Education. She enjoys helping others, so the UAEC is the perfect spot for her!
Claudia Arredondo, B.A. Speech Communication, M.A. Global Higher Education, and M.B.A. Digital Business
First Year Education Advisor
Email: UAECeducsocw@uta.edu
Bio: Claudia Arredondo graduated from St. Mary's University with her Bachelor's in Speech Communication, from the Universidad de Alcala de Henares with a master's degree in Global Higher Education, and from EDSEN Business School with a master's degree in Digital Business. She is passionate about the interculturality behind communication, art, and higher education. Claudia supports First Year Advising and serves students by providing guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and assists students in setting and achieving educational and career goals.
Majors: Architectural, Biomedical, Civil, Computer Science and Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical and Aerospace, Resource & Energy, Software – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Engineering
Morgan Johnson
First Year Engineering Advisor
Jesus Tamayo, M.S.
Sport Management, M.S., Texas A&M University, 2021 and Sport Management, B.S., Texas A&M University, 2017
First Year Engineering Advisor
Email: UAECengineering@uta.edu
Bio: Jesus graduated from Texas A&M University with his master’s degree in Sport Management. As a passionate advocate for first-generation college students, he is dedicated to helping them establish a strong foundation in higher education. Jesus supports Division of Student Success by using his personal experiences to support and guide the next generation of graduates.
Email: UAECengineering@uta.edu
Bio: Ben Taqi graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with his bachelor's degree in history. He is passionate about social mobility through education. Ben supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by providing clear understanding of their degree requirements and university policies.
Mavs RISE
Rachel Hoelke
College of Business
College of Engineering
Majors: Art and Art History, Communication, Criminal Justice, English, History and Geography, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Sociology and Anthropology, Theatre and Dance Design – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Liberal Arts
Lisa L Rose
First Year Liberal Arts Advisor
Janet Dellene Vinet, B.S. Bachelor of Science in Counseling/English, and M.S Master of Science in Counseling/Psychology/Secondary Higher Education
First Year Liberal Arts Advisor
Academic Advisor I
Email: UAECliberalarts@uta.edu
Bio: Janet graduated from East Texas State University with a BS in Counseling/English and her graduate degree is a MS in Counseling and Secondary Higher Education. She enjoys helping others, so the UAEC is the perfect spot for her!
Claudia Arredondo, MBA, MA, B.A. Speech Communication, M.A. Global Higher Education, and M.B.A. Digital Business
First Year Liberal Arts Advisor
Email: UAECliberalarts@uta.edu
Bio: Claudia Arredondo graduated from St. Mary's University with her Bachelor's in Speech Communication, from the Universidad de Alcala de Henares with a master's degree in Global Higher Education, and from EDSEN Business School with a master's degree in Digital Business. She is passionate about the interculturality behind communication, art, and higher education. Claudia supports First Year Advising and serves students by providing guidance on academic topics such as degree requirements, relevant course selection, and assists students in setting and achieving educational and career goals.
Majors: Nursing and Health, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Public Health – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Nursing and Health Innovation
Kathleen Cantu, M.S.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Minor in Neuroscience from Texas A&M University, and Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of North Texas
First Year Nursing and Health, Education, and Social Work Advisor
Bio: Kathleen Cantu earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas. She is passionate about student support, mental health advocacy, and helping others navigate their academic journeys with confidence. In her role with the Division of Student Success, Kathleen draws on her counseling background and strengths in relationship-building to ensure students receive the right support at the right time.
Felipe Tamayo, M.S.
B.S. Sport Management - Texas A&M University, and M.S. Sport Management - Texas A&M University
First Year Nursing and Health, Education, and Social Work Advisor
Email: UAECconhi@uta.edu
Bio: Felipe Tamayo graduated from Texas A&M University with his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Sport Management. He is passionate about student success and fostering an environment where students can thrive, especially those who can face unique challenges, such as first-generation college students like himself. Felipe supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by providing personalized guidance, helping students build strategies for overcoming obstacles, and connecting them with resources to achieve both their academic and personal goals.
Alyssa Haddock, B.S.
B.S in Biological Sciences (Genetics, Cells, and Developmental Biology) In Progress - M.Ed in Mind, Brain, and Education
First Year Nursing and Health, Education, and Social Work Advisor
Bio: Alyssa Haddock graduated from Arizona State University with her bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences (Genetics, Cells and Developmental Biology) and is currently attending the University of Texas at Arlington for her M.Ed in Mind, Brain, and Education. She is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment tailored to each students’ individual needs to find success in their future endeavors. Alyssa supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by utilizing her college experiences, campus partners, and education to better her students’ first year advising and college experience.
Mavs RISE
Rachel Hoelke
College of Business
College of Engineering
Majors: Biology, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Biochemistry, Data Science, Geology, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students
College of Science
Email: UAECscience@uta.edu
Bio: Taylor Atkins graduated from Texas A&M University–Texarkana with her bachelor’s degree in History. She is passionate about supporting students as they begin their university journey and helping them build a memorable experience. Taylor supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by guiding them to identify their goals and pathways to achieve them, understand their degree requirements, and feel empowered to advocate for themselves and their educational journey.
Thomas Michael, M.Ed.
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & English, and Master of Education in College Student Affairs
First Year Science Advisor
Email: UAECscience@uta.edu
Bio: Thomas Michael graduated from Rutgers University with his master's degree in College Student Affairs. He is passionate about building relationships with students and making the advising process for them clear and organized. Thomas supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by taking time to get to know about their interests, lifestyle, and how to holistically uplift their academic performance.
Jordin Weinberg, B.S
Bachelor of Science in Psychology - Completed Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - In progress
First Year Science Advisor
Email: UAECscience@uta.edu
Bio: Jordin Weinberg earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University and is currently working on her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at UNT Dallas. She’s passionate about making college feel more manageable, especially for first-generation students and those navigating pre-health tracks. Jordin supports the Division of Student Success by offering straightforward, personalized advising to help students move forward with confidence.
Department Leadership
Angel Hernandez, Ed.D.
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership Rowan University, May 2018; Master of Education, College Student Affairs Rutgers University, May 2011; and Bachelor of Arts, Sociology & Women’s and Gender Studies The College of New Jersey, May 2008
Director of First Year Advising
Email: angel.hernandez@uta.edu
Bio: Angel Hernandez graduated from Rowan University with his Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership with a concentration in Higher Education. He is passionate about both student and employee success, believing that empowered, supported employees are key to transforming and inspiring students. Angel is driven by a passion for helping others and a desire to leave every space and person better than he found them. Angel supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by leading the First Year Advising program and advancing initiatives that simplify processes, improve communication, and enhance the student experience.
Diana Sabogal. M.L.
ML (Master of Leadership)
Assistant Director of First Year Advising
Email: diana.sabogal@uta.edu
Bio: Diana Sabogal graduated from the University of Southern California with her master's degree in Leadership. She is passionate about helping students and families navigate the world of higher education. Diana supports the Division of Student Success and serves students by educating students and their families, in both English and Spanish, to help them maximize their educational journey.
Mavs RISE
Rachel Hoelke
College of Business
College of Engineering
Majors: Social Work BSW – Except MavsRISE & UT-CAP students