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Your Student NaviGators
You can reach out to your NaviGators directly, often find them at the Solutions desk, and will definitely see them out at student events. Check out our list of NaviGators and their bios, and be sure to check in or just say hello!
They’ll be NaviGrateful for the opportunity to help and make a new friend.
Mena Abdelmeged
Biology Pre-med
Favorite spots on and off campus:
3rd floor of Shea, Little Peck’s in Troy
Favorite spots on and off campus:
3rd floor of Shea, Little Peck’s in Troy
Sage Tip: Don’t be afraid to try new things!
Denique Bennett
Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy
Favorite spots on and off campus:
the commuter lounge, the mall or Dave and Buster’s
Sage Tip: Give yourself time to adjust to a new lifestyle in college and don’t be afraid to ask for help
Favorite spots on and off campus:
the commuter lounge, the mall or Dave and Buster’s
Sage Tip: Give yourself time to adjust to a new lifestyle in college and don’t be afraid to ask for help
Jennifer Bryan
Nursing
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Sage Park, Troy Farmer’s Market
Sage Tip: Get involved on campus and attend as many events as possible
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Sage Park, Troy Farmer’s Market
Sage Tip: Get involved on campus and attend as many events as possible
Emily Calder
Law & Society with minor in Business
Favorite spots on and off campus:
the library, Daily Grind Cafe
Sage Tip: Don’t stress, it will all work out!
Favorite spots on and off campus:
the library, Daily Grind Cafe
Sage Tip: Don’t stress, it will all work out!
Jaclynn Coviello
Physical Education to Health Education
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Sage Park, Troy Waterfront Market
Sage Tip: Make sure to communicate often with professors to help with future endeavors, they are always a great reference for jobs!
Emma Cronin
Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Roy Court, Steps down by the river
Sage Tip: Make sure you plan out your time well.
Morgan Dempsey
Creative Arts in Therapy
Favorite spots on and off campus:
The Little Theater, Short and Stout Tea on Western Ave.
Sage Tip: Sage has some of the best people around on both campuses. Get to know as many of them as possible and never be afraid to ask for help!
Ella Dolan
Health Sciences + Physical Therapy
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Sage Park, Prospect Park
Sydney Lawrence
Early Childhood Education: English
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Buchman/Sage Park, Troy Farmer’s Market
Buchman/Sage Park, Troy Farmer’s Market
Sage Tip: Surround yourself with people who will motivate you to do better. You can manage a good work ethic and have fun at the same time. Don’t be afraid to ask for help!
Isabella Lewis
Academic Exploration
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Student Center, Prospect Park
Student Center, Prospect Park
Sage Tip: Enjoy your time and make sure to find a balance between hanging out with friends and keeping up with your work
Mara Little
Childhood Education/Life Sciences
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Avery Garden – it’s so pretty!, Bard and Baker!
Avery Garden – it’s so pretty!, Bard and Baker!
Sage Tip:Do your work when it’s assigned to you! It can be easy to fall behind and get overwhelmed. Set up a study schedule to stay on track.
Arlene Martinez
Nursing
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Starbuck Island
Starbuck Island
Sage Tip: Don’t beat yourself up when things don’t work out. You are exactly where you’re supposed to be with the people you are with
Doug Sato
Childhood Education: history, minor in psychology
Favorite spots on and off campus:
Sage Park, Troy waterfront Farmer’s Market
Sage Park, Troy waterfront Farmer’s Market
Sage Tip: Make a Google calendar your best friend!
Dylan Scherillo
Business Administration
Favorite spots on and off campus:
the varsity gym or Freddie’s Lounge, with my dogs
Sage Tip: Buy your books second-hand and always update yourself on the syllabus
Meet the Rest of Your Gator Team
Gator Guides
Gator Guides are staff members who are assigned a roster of students they check-in with to make sure everyone has what they need to be successful.
Faculty Advisors
Your Faculty Advisor is a professor in your major who is assigned to you and will help you schedule courses, explore internship and other career-building opportunities, and stay on track with your degree plan.