SI Program Information
Registering for SI
About Registration
Registration is required for SI sessions. SI currently supports BIOL 10103, CHEM 12103, CHEM 14103, and CHEM 14203.
Registration details will be provided in your lecture during the first week of classes.
Meet our SI Team
Lead Mentors
Addison Segebarth
Addison Segebarth
Accounting major with a minor in Business Analytics
Lead Mentor
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to travel and hopefully work at one of the Big 4 Accounting Firms.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The tutoring at the CORD & and Mullins 3rd floor!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Hiking and camping!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
My favorite thing about working at the SSC is getting to take part in helping students grow in their accounting knowledge and excel in their classes.
What's a fun fact about you?
I love powerlifting!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important for students to take initiative in their learning in a comfortable environment with a leader who is committed to their success.
BIOL 10103
Hania Bandzou-Pedila
Hania Bandzou-Pedila
Biochemistry major with a minor in Medical Humanities
Pronouns: she/her
Language Fluencies: Polish
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to a football game! Game days are some of the best days here in Fayetteville!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I anticipate my favorite thing about working at the CORD will be sharing my love for science with others.
What's a fun fact about you?
My mom and I were born on the same day.
Why do you think SI is important?
It helps build your confidence in terms of coursework and helps set you up with the skills you need to succeed.
Mia Bazzy
Mia Bazzy
Public Health major
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on pursuing a masters degree in my future career.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Attend a UARK sporting event!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting new people and helping others!
What's a fun fact about you?
I was a competitive dancer for 8 years.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important because it provides extra study for students to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge in the desired course.
Olivia Durham
Olivia Durham
Public Health (Pre-PA) major
Team Mentor
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on attending a Physician Assistant program once I graduate from the U of A.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the career resources at the SSC which helps students find the best path forward for their career goals.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Students should visit all the state parks in NWA, especially Devils Den.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
My favorite thing about working at the SSC is the opportunity to help students develop skills to succeed in all of their classes, not just biology.
What's a fun fact about you?
I am a licenced scuba diver!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important to both understand complex concepts from lecture, but also to build relationships with fellow students and develop productive learning and study skills that can be used for the rest of a students academic career.
Acey Fahr
Acey Fahr
Pre-Professional Animal Science (Pre-Dental) major
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Hopefully I will be attending dental school.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The Mullins library.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Students should go hiking on all of the amazing trails around Fayetteville.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I think my favorite thing will be helping students and hopefully making school a little more enjoyable for them.
What's a fun fact about you?
I love running and being active.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it gives students an opportunity to get the help they need from people that went through the same exact class as them, and it allows them to meet other students that are facing the same challenges.
Lydia Gill
Lydia Gill
Pre-Professional Animal Science major with a minor in Global Studies
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to attend veterinary school after graduation.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the library!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Bobo’s Ribbon Ice! It is one of my favorite places to study and has great drinks.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
My favorite thing about working at the CORD is getting to learn more about subjects I am passionate about and sharing them with other students.
What's a fun fact about you?
I have been to six different countries!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it allows students a space to learn more intentionally, ask questions, and build effective study habits!
Laura Hansen
Laura Hansen
Public Health major with minors in Medical Humanities & Social Work
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Get a masters degree in Public Health and concentrate in epidemiology.
What is your favorite campus resource?
School can cause a lot of stress, so I think our mental health programs on campus are my favorite. I am a CAPS ambassador and have found that CAPS is a great resource that provides not only counseling but calming events during tough points of the semester.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Arkadia Retrocade! Super fun and only $5.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Helping my peers understand topics in informal settings without the pressure that comes with large lecture halls.
What's a fun fact about you?
I'm really good at the geography game GeoGuessr!
Why do you think SI is important?
The key to understanding concepts is repeating them and having the opportunity to ask questions in a judgment free environment. SI allows students to learn through discussion and games, helping them perform better in their target class.
Gwyneth Hendrickson
Gwyneth Hendrickson
Pre-Nursing major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Going to graduate school to earn my masters in nursing!
What is your favorite campus resource?
Tutoring at the CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go hiking!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Making connections and getting to know new people.
What's a fun fact about you?
I was an international champion in competitive cheerleading.
Why do you think SI is important?
This course is hard so being able to hear an explanation from a student who took the course and got an A is super helpful and you get lots of study and memorization tips.
Lana Intrchoodech
Lana Intrchoodech
Psychology major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
After graduation I plan to attend medical school in hopes of becoming a psychiatrist.
What is your favorite campus resource?
CAPS
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Hiking! There’s tons of trails to help connect with nature and have a fun time with friends or family.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I think my favorite thing about working at the CORD will be getting to know more people while also helping their understanding in biology.
What's a fun fact about you?
I love walking and sunsets!
Why do you think SI is important?
I believe SI is important as it helps reiterate information from lecture with a friendly face.
Andrew Lever
Andrew Lever
Biochemistry (Pre-Med) major
Pronouns: he/him
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Medical School
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Witness an Arkansas Razorback basketball win (bonus points for rushing the court)
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I'm excited to get the chance to not only help out with the coolest subject in the world (Biology) but also to connect with students and faculty!
What's a fun fact about you?
I broke my nose diving and couldn't smell for 2 years.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important because it provides students access to other students who have the student perspective, who have figured out how to be successful in the class. It provides incredible help for both challenging classes and college in general.
Savannah Matthews
Savannah Matthews
Pre-Nursing major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Go back to school to earn a Nurse Practitioner license
What is your favorite campus resource?
CAPS
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Definitely go hiking in Devil's Den and try cute restaurants or coffee shops around the city.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I'm excited to give students the opportunity to ask questions not only about Biology, but about life on campus in general, in an environment that is much less intimidating than a giant lecture hall.
What's a fun fact about you?
I am deathly afraid of fish.
Why do you think SI is important?
It can be very intimidating to go from a highschool classroom to a giant lecture hall with hundreds of people in it. SI is a great place to bring some normalcy to students and bridge the gap between a professor and student by providing a judgment free zone to ask questions.
Brenna McCulloch
Brenna McCulloch
Exercise Science (Pre-Physician Assistant) major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Attend a physician assistant program to become a certified physician assistant!
What is your favorite campus resource?
The library!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Spend time outdoors! There are so many beautiful parks and lakes in the area!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting new people, as well as helping others succeed!
What's a fun fact about you?
I was a competitive dancer for 16 years!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI provides a more comfortable, collaborative environment. It is much slower paced and more laid back then the time spent in lecture, which can help when learning new material.
Alissa Mcolgan
Alissa Mcolgan
Exercise Science major
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I want to be a Physician Assistant.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Free tutoring
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Hike at Devil's Den
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Furthering student's knowledge on material and watching them grow.
What's a fun fact about you?
I am left handed.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is an incredible resource for students because it clarifies aspects of material that a student may be confused on. For me, SI repeated information that I had previously learned and that helped me retain it.
Hailey Millwee
Hailey Millwee
Pre-Nursing major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to got to nursing school to get my RN and become a labor and delivery nurse.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The tutors at the CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to Devils Den for a hike!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I am excited to teach the uniques tips and tricks I used to help me be successful in principles of biology!
What's a fun fact about you?
I love to crochet!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is so helpful to gain better understanding of difficult topics in smaller groups. It is also extremely beneficial to hear what helped others succeed in the class and use that to figure out your own learning/studying strategies.
Mansi Patel
Mansi Patel
Biochemistry major with minors in Child Services, Medical Humanities, & Global Studies
Pronouns: she/hers
Language Fluencies: Hindi, Gujarati
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Attend medical school
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the Mullins library.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Explore Mount Sequoyah for the best views of the city.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
My favorite thing about working at the CORD is the opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, and fellow students.
What's a fun fact about you?
I was born in India.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it allows students with additional opportunities to review course material.
Brianna Reynolds
Brianna Reynolds
Landscape Architecture major
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I would love to have a solid answer, but unfortunately I haven't put as much thought into it as I should. I have been thinking about going into urban planning, but like I said it's to early for me to tell for sure.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The Multicultural Center
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Definitely go and check out all the places to thrift, especially if you're from a small town like me and there's no where to shop but a Walmart.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting new people, hopefully some from my own major.
What's a fun fact about you?
I change my hair a lot, so I already look slightly different from my picture.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think that it's important because then the students have more exposure to a, typically, hard subject.
Clara Smith
Clara Smith
Biology major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I'm aiming to grad school, studying biochemistry and genetic engineering.
What is your favorite campus resource?
CAPS!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
The Good Dog Café is a great, friendly study spot with lots of cute dogs.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
The camaraderie of the people around me.
What's a fun fact about you?
I've read over 75 novels and non-fiction works in the past year!
Why do you think SI is important?
The biggest thing that prevents student success is anxiety over not knowing material. This sort of mindset for perfect understanding hinders the true abilities of students, and SI is the ultimate safe space to unleash confusions about course materials and get help.
Eliza Staton
Eliza Staton
Sociology and Spanish double major with a minor in Social Work
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Language Fluencies: Spanish
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on working in non-profits and attending grad school for non-profit management.
What is your favorite campus resource?
I love CAPS and all the free services they offer to encourage us students to take care of our mental health.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
I think everyone has to hike the Devil's Den yellow rock trail at least once.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
I am looking forward to working with a team of amazing and passionate people!
What's a fun fact about you?
I am a twin.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it provides students with an environment where they can work with their peers, develop study better study habits, and really get a grasp on difficult concepts.
Meredith Taliaferro
Meredith Taliaferro
Pre-Nursing major
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Get a job as a nurse.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is SSC because it provides so much help and support for classes.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to Fayetteville's Farmers Market in the square!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Getting to help students be successful in their class.
What's a fun fact about you?
I was a two-time state champion powerlifter in the state of Louisiana.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it puts students in a smaller environment where they are more likely to ask questions because they feel confident in the smaller enviornment.
Sydney Talley
Sydney Talley
Environment, Soil, and Water Science major with a minor in Foundations of Sustainability
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to go to graduate school for a master's degree in conservation or environmental science.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the writing center. They will help you with any form of writing, at any step of the process. Going to the writing center has greatly improved my confidence in my essays and assignments.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Everyone should go to the Fayetteville Farmer's Market!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
I am excited to connect with other students and be a small part of their academic success!
What's a fun fact about you?
I taught myself to crochet from Youtube!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI can greatly lighten the load when it comes to challenging classes. SI can help break difficult content into manageable pieces and provide more chances for students to think about and absorb information.
CHEM 12103
Larson Briggs
Larson Briggs
Environmental Soil and Water Science major
Pronouns: he/him
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Graduate school
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Eat a Dot's Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting new people and building connections
What's a fun fact about you?
I like to rock climb.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI gives students a second opportunity to learn the material in a smaller classroom and an opportunity to meet more people in their class.
Emily Bunch
Emily Bunch
Biology & Psychology major with a minor in Medical Humanities
Team Mentor
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I want to attend medical school and become a primary care physician.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The libraries! I get so much work done at Mullins.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
On snow days, go sledding by the football stadium or down Dickson. Also go to games!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
I love working with students in the same position I used to be in. I get to meet amazing students each semester and develop collaborative learning skills together :)
What's a fun fact about you?
Over winter break, I went with a group of UARK students to remote Panama to serve in free medical clinics! Definitely one of the most rewarding and humbling experiences of my life.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI builds skills needed for future courses and introduces new perspectives to students. Science is really only mastered with practice, and students gain exposure in SI from their peers and SI leaders. SI also encourages students to build study habits and new learning techniques for future classes.
Mel Carlson
Mel Carlson
Nursing major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
To work as a nurse and attend optometry school.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Free tutoring in the SSC
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to a football game.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Meeting all the students.
What's a fun fact about you?
I lived in Seattle for 10 years.
Why do you think SI is important?
It makes learning the subject actually fun while also introducing you to new people, and it makes it so that you can truly understand the class.
Allie Doner
Allie Doner
Psychology major with a minor in Statistics
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Hoping to go to graduate school for Statistics or research.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My professors office hours!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go thrifting and check out the local coffee shops. My favorite is Doomsday coffee.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
My favorite thing is getting to know students and giving them tips to succeed!
What's a fun fact about you?
I love collecting vinyls and old cds!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important in order for students to get attentive help with their work in larger size classes. It builds confidence in students abilities to take difficult courses and ask for help. Additionally, students build relationships with classmates much easier in smaller classrooms.
Campbell Hall
Campbell Hall
Pre-Nursing major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
To find a nursing job and move to Dallas, Texas.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Visit the Crystal Bridges Museum
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Getting to help other students have a better understanding of what they are learning
What's a fun fact about you?
I have a twin sister!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it is a vital tool in furthering student's understanding of the material they are learning in class.
Nick Troutt
Nick Troutt
Nursing major
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Move to California to work as a CVICU nurse
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go hiking on the Razorback Greenway! Specifically the trail around Lake Fayetteville.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Getting to help students in a historically challenging course, and showing them my tips/tricks that helped me to succeed.
What's a fun fact about you?
I've met Tana Mongeau and Brooke Schofield.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it allows for students to relearn challenging topics from lecture in a smaller group.
Mya Wardwell
Mya Wardwell
Nursing major with a minor in Criminology
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to become a travel nurse and specialize in pediatrics or feminine health!
What is your favorite campus resource?
I love the variety of help students can receive through the CORD! There is so much to offer.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Hit all the landmarks! Mount Sequoyah is very pretty at sunset and I've heard Devil's Den is a really cool place to hike/
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting new people who have the same interests and goals as me!
What's a fun fact about you?
I love traveling and going on adventures!
Why do you think SI is important?
I believe that a smaller group is important to retain information, it really helped me last year. Sometimes big lectures can be intimidating, and SI sessions give students a chance to speak up and ask questions comfortably.
CHEM 14103
Matthew Brownshadel
Matthew Brownshadel
Biology (Pre-Med) major
Pronouns: he/him
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Med School
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD!!!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Hike Devil's Den
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Getting to help others succeed
What's a fun fact about you?
I love video games and working out.
Why do you think SI is important?
It allows for students to receive a different approach while learning a course from a student who has already done well in that course.
Maximus Crofton
Maximus Crofton
Biology major with minors in Psychology & Chemistry
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Med school
What is your favorite campus resource?
Pat Walker Health Center
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go out to devils den for hiking
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Getting to work with the rest of the chem 1 students
What's a fun fact about you?
Growing up I was on team USA Weightlifting and won four Junior Olympics in weightlifting.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important because it offers an opportunity to ask specific questions in a smaller setting than the huge lecture halls.
Karigan Fox
Karigan Fox
Communication (Pre-Dental) major
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to attend dental school in hopes of becoming an orthodontist.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Going to The Cross on Mount Sequoia and overlooking all of Fayetteville!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I'm excited to meet new people and be able to help students succeed in their learning.
What's a fun fact about you?
I've been to Turkey!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it allows students to work with their peers outside of a giant lecture and use different explanations and strategies to gain a deeper understanding on concepts.
Abby Gifford
Abby Gifford
Food Science major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on attending medical school with the goal of becoming an anesthesiologist.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD, I have found the tutoring center very helpful and learned a lot from the weekly study sessions.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to the Farmers Market early on a Saturday morning and score a banana chocolate chunk cookie or a fresh donut.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I enjoy helping people understand difficult concepts better, especially when it is a subject I am super excited about.
What's a fun fact about you?
Even though I am an avid reader, I prefer the Hunger Games movies over the books.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is a perfect place for students to get more practice with difficult concepts that are important in the course. Additionally this time allows students to talk through new material with their peers and receive individualized help.
Emma Graham
Emma Graham
Biochemistry major
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Attend Dental School and become a pediatric dentist!
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins library is my go to study spot on campus.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
To definitely go hiking at devils den!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Just being able to help students succeed in a hard corse and help them reach their full academic potential!
What's a fun fact about you?
I love traveling, Hawaii is my favorite place to visit!
Why do you think SI is important?
It can become difficult being in a huge lecture for science classes on your own. I think SI is great because you get to have a small group of peers around you to help as well as being able to ask questions and learn in a smaller setting!
Lindsey Lowe
Lindsey Lowe
Biology (Pre-Dental) major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Attend Dental School
What is your favorite campus resource?
Private study rooms in Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Explore the Ozarks!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Help students realize that there’s nothing that’s “not their thing” if they apply themselves.
What's a fun fact about you?
I played tennis in high school.
Why do you think SI is important?
Sometimes lecture isn’t enough to have a full understanding of a subject.
Jalee Miller
Jalee Miller
Biochemistry major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Go to medical school and complete residency at my dream school. My plan is to become a Obstetrician-Gynecologist in the future.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Try cool places to eat and embrace the nature!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Engaging with the students and helping them learn something they enjoy.
What's a fun fact about you?
Skiing is my favorite hobby!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important for students to engage with each other and learn stuff from one another. It highlights certain skills and I think it’s a class that makes the main course more fun. It can also be used as a great tutor source.
Tyler Moore
Tyler Moore
Biology (Pre-Dental) major
SI Leader since Spring 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on going to dental school and becoming an orthodontist.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the Mullins library. It's a great place to study, take care of homework, or just relax.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
A bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville is go hiking or mountain biking, as those are some of my favorite things to do here.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I love being able to provide help to students, whether it's help with chemistry or college in general.
What's a fun fact about you?
I play drum set for the Hogwild band.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI helps students to get a deeper understanding of material through the use of dynamic activities and practice. It's also a smaller classroom environment, which allows for collaboration that isn't quite possible in large lectures.
Skye Randle
Skye Randle
Biochemistry & Art History major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Work in art conservation
What is your favorite campus resource?
Adohi's Creative Community!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to the Fayettville Farmers Market on the weekends!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Connecting with the students and helping them engage with Chemistry in a different way!
What's a fun fact about you?
I own more books than I could ever read in my lifetime.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think that it is a great way to consistently interact with the class material in a way other than just lecture, and helps solidify the learning!
Astrid Roll
Astrid Roll
Biology major with a minor in Psychology
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Currently, I am hoping to attend medical school.
What is your favorite campus resource?
I love the Mullins Library!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Visit the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Having the opportunity to help my peers achieve academic success!
What's a fun fact about you?
I have a deep love and appreciation for all animals, from furry and fuzzy to creepy and crawly!
Why do you think SI is important?
SI offers students a valuable opportunity to deepen and reinforce their understanding of course material in a more personalized, student-centered environment.
Ella Rowen
Ella Rowen
Biology (Pre-Med) major with minors in Business & Medical Humanities
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on attending Medical school.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The CORD
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Try the coffee shops and attend sporting events.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Meeting like minded students.
What's a fun fact about you?
I have visited 3 countries in 1 week.
Why do you think SI is important?
It is an extra time to work on a subject, however the difference is your in a smaller class where you can have more 1:1 learning. Personally I thought this was very beneficial in getting a good grade in Chem.
Karis Scott
Karis Scott
Honors Biology & AAST major with minors in Medical Humanities & Chemistry
Team Mentor
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on attending medical school after graduation.
What is your favorite campus resource?
My favorite campus resource is the SSC's tutoring sessions! They are super flexible when it comes to scheduling and also serve as productive sessions for students to improve in their classes.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
I think all students in Fayetteville should attend at least one sporting event! There's nothing like the adrenaline, laughter, and memories that you make in one of UARK's arenas!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
My favorite thing about being an SI leader at the CORD is watching new students gain confidence in practices like time management, studying, and communication in college. My job as an SI leader (especially when leading STEM classes) is much more than just helping students understand content, it is also a pathway for them to learn many other important skills that help make them into competent students.
What's a fun fact about you?
I studied abroad in Japan last summer!
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because when you consider the large class size, rigorous curriculum, and fast-pacing of many courses at the University of Arkansas it is sometimes hard for students to stay afloat. SI is a great way to encourage intimate learning experiences for struggling students regarding coursework, culture shock, and/or navigating resources during college.
Bianca Stewart
Bianca Stewart
Communications & Theatre Design major with a minor in African and African American Studies
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Right now, I am not sure.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Creative Community in Adohi.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
MAMAKA BOWLSSS! So good!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
I have always liked being there, especially studying with a Starbucks drink in a cute booth.
What's a fun fact about you?
I own a lot of pair of crocs. I try to wear different ones everyday.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think collaborating with your peers really helps with learning information in different ways.
Melaina Taylor
Melaina Taylor
Exercise Science major with a minor in Medical Humanities
Language Fluencies: Spanish
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Chiropractic School
What is your favorite campus resource?
Resume Workshops
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go camp in the ozarks.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
I think my favorite thing will be meeting so many students from everywhere and who are different ages than me!
What's a fun fact about you?
Me and my sister practically have the same name.
Why do you think SI is important?
It's crucial to be able to clear up confusion, and to ask questions that you won't be able to ask in a big lecture!
Ava Thomas
Ava Thomas
Honors Biochemistry major with a minor in STEM Education
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan on being a high school Chemistry teacher.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Definitely go see the lights on the square during Christmas time!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I am excited to teach other students the study skills that have helped me excel in Chemistry.
What's a fun fact about you?
I was in a Mr. Beast video.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is important because it gives you the opportunity to ask questions in a smaller classroom setting, learn new study skills, and review what you have learned in class.
Emma Turner
Emma Turner
Public Health major
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I plan to attend a Physician Assistant program!
What is your favorite campus resource?
The student success center has so many great resources from the writing studio to tutoring!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Everyone should visit Fayetteville's Funky Flea Market!
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
I love working directly with students to help them achieve their academic goals!
What's a fun fact about you?
I love to travel! So far I have been to over 20 national parks in the United States and 7 countries.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI is such a great resource for students taking difficult classes at the U of A. The extra reinforcement of material as well as collaboration with peers helps students to achieve mastery in these courses. I have taken 3 classes that required SI and they were amazing in helping me to understand the material.
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Luke Ahlemeier
Luke Ahlemeier
Biological Engineering major with a minor in Spanish
Language Fluencies: Spanish
SI Leader since Fall 2023
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I hope to spend some time doing international humanitarian work, then go to law school.
What is your favorite campus resource?
The UREC bouldering wall.
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to Devil’s Den State Park.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Helping students succeed in challenging courses.
What's a fun fact about you?
I was a member of my high school’s drumline.
Why do you think SI is important?
I think SI is important because it gives students opportunities to practice and implement concepts they learned during lecture time.
Sabrina Meister
Sabrina Meister
Biology major with a minor in Chemistry
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I would like to get a job in biomedical research and specifically research rare diseases and cancer.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Attend at least one football, basketball and baseball game.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Being able to help other students understand difficult topics and have the "ah ha" moment.
What's a fun fact about you?
I love watching hockey.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI allows for an added resource to ask questions and receive practice problems outside of class while still having someone with a strong knowledge present for any help needed.
Liz Mullins
Liz Mullins
Biology major with a minor in Medical Humanities
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Spring 2024
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Attend medical school in order to become an OB/GYN
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Go to Mount Sequoyah at night! It’s gorgeous.
What is your favorite thing about working at the CORD?
Helping students achieve their goals in their class.
What's a fun fact about you?
Celine Dion and I share a birthday!
Why do you think SI is important?
It gives students an opportunity to reinforce concepts learned in class which is great study tool.
Bailey Scoggins
Bailey Scoggins
Chemistry major with minors in Spanish, biology, and Criminal Justice
Pronouns: she/her
Language Fluencies: Spanish
SI Leader since Spring 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Get a job working as a forensic scientist in a state crime lab.
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Ride the razorback greenway.
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Helping others not make the same mistakes I did in a difficult class.
What's a fun fact about you?
I love sewing and crochet.
Why do you think SI is important?
It gives students the opportunity to to practice material in a small group setting and get advice from someone who was once in their shoes.
Natalie Winn
Natalie Winn
Chemistry (Pre-Med) major with a minor in Statistics
Pronouns: she/her
SI Leader since Fall 2022
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
Go to medical school!
What is your favorite campus resource?
Mullins Library is always a great spot to get work done!!
What is a bucket list thing students should do while here in Fayetteville?
Shop at Fayetteville Funky Flea Market!!
What is your favorite thing about working at the SSC?
Giving back to the campus community and helping students succeed in their classes!
What's a fun fact about you?
One time I won a food eating competition at IHOP.
Why do you think SI is important?
SI gives students the opportunity to collaborate with other students and ask questions to better understand the material!