Coaches are trained to listen, observe, and customize their approach to the student’s individual needs. They seek to elicit solutions and strategies from the student, and they believe the student is naturally creative, resourceful, and whole. The coach’s job is to provide support to enhance the skills, resources, and creativity that the student already possesses. Read about our coaches:
Devon Bates
Devon (he/him) holds a Doctor of Health Science & Exercise Leadership from Pennsylvania Western University and a Master of Science in Exercise Science & Health Promotion with a Dual Concent... Read More
Meghan Bojo
Meghan (she/her) has been working at UMB for over 15 years. She is currently the Executive Director, Academic Administration for the Office of the Provost. She has her BS in Criminal Justice and So... Read More
JuliAna Brammer
JuliAna (she/her) has been working at UMB for 18 years in Pharmacy Student Affairs. In this role, she has had multiple roles including admissions, recruitment, registration, planning events such as... Read More
Heather Moore
Heather Moore (she/her) works as the Assistant Director of Educational Support and Disability Services (ESDS) for UMB. Heather has a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies from Eastern Il... Read More
Troy Parker
Hi, I’m Troy Parker, your academic coach! My goal is to support you as you navigate school, whether that’s building stronger study habits, managing your time, or finding new ways to sta... Read More
Michelle Pearce, PhD
Michelle Pearce, PhD, is a Professor in the Graduate School at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, a clinical psychologist, and a nationally certified health and wellness coach. She teaches grad... Read More
Nina Roa
Nina (she/her) is the Associate Director for Career Development and Placement in the Office of Graduate Programs with the School of Pharmacy. She recently earned her certification as a Certified Ca... Read More
Emma Kelley
Emma Kelley is a full-time Master of Social Work student. She interns at Educational Support and Disability Services (ESDS) office for her field placement, under the direct supervision of Deborah L... Read More
Jole' Ruff
Jole’ Ruff joined the office of Interprofessional Student Learning and Service Initiatives in the summer of 2015 and is now the Program Coordinator for the Intercultural Center. She organizes... Read More