Meet Your Advisor

We're here to help! Our major-specific advisors assist with course planning, releasing advising holds, degree certification, and much more. Please contact us if you have any questions or need assistance.

What did you study in college?  
I earned my bachelor's degree in Communication, my master's degree in Training and Development, and my Ph.D. in Instructional Technology.
What is the best kept secret in CECS?  
It's not a secret, but our Experiential Learning opportunities really make our programs unique.  You can gain valuable professional experience through a paid co-op position, and even earn credit toward your degree. 
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?  
When I'm not at work, I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family.  And I'm always entertained by my dog!

Contact me! [email protected]

Lisa's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Mondays 1:00-2:00PM (also available in-person during this time)

What did you study in college?  I earned both my Bachelor's in English and Master's in English from Oakland University.

What is the best kept secret at CECS?  Though it is new, the Engineering Learning Center is a great resource for students who need a little extra help studying, practice taking exams, or are looking for a tutor. 

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?  In my free time I love reading, trying new restaurants, seeing live music, and gardening.

Advisor for Software Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, and dual CIS/CIA and CIS/DS programs

Contact me! [email protected] 

Amanda's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Wednesdays 3:00-4:00 PM

Advisor for Computer Engineering, Robotics Engineering, and the EE/CE Dual Program

What did you study in college?  Undergraduate - Computer Science, Graduate - Human Resource Management

What is the best kept secret in CECS? The Staff

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Relaxing at home, watching movies

Contact me! [email protected]

Essie's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:00-11:00 AM

My name is Kerri Madeleine, and I have been with the University of Michigan-Dearborn in the College of Engineering and Computer Science Advising since 2015. I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Central Michigan University, and a Master of Arts in Higher Education from Eastern Michigan University. What I enjoy most about this position is helping students establish their educational goals, personal goals and aspirations so they can be successful in pursuing their college degree and future career. Go Blue!

Advisor for Computer and Information Science

Contact me! [email protected]​

Kerri's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Mondays 10:00-11:00 AM

What did you study in college?  I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and my Master of Arts degree in Higher Education, both from Eastern Michigan University.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?  Shopping, catching up on my favorite tv shows/movies, trying new restaurants, and spending time with my family.

Advisor for Electrical Engineering

Contact me! [email protected] 

Al'Tinezha's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Tuesdays 4:00-5:00PM

What did you study in college? I earned both my Bachelors of Arts in Communication and my Masters of Education in Higher Educational Leadership from Oakland University.

What is the best kept secret at CECS? There's a really nice view of campus right outside our office!

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, listening to music, going to concerts, and watching tv and movies.

Advisor for BENG, dual BEME program, and dual ME/MFGE program

Advisor for ISE, MFGE, HCED, the dual ISE/MFGE program, and                                             Engineering Undecided

Contact me! [email protected]

Colleen's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Mondays 4:00-5:00 PM

What did I study in college? I earned both my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and my Masters of Social Work from the University of Michigan. 

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I enjoy watching movies, going on hikes, cooking, and spending time with family and friends. 

Advisor for Mechanical Engineering

Contact me! [email protected]

Emma's Virtual Drop-In Office Hours: Wednesdays 9:00-10:00AM

Meet our START advisors!

Incoming freshman and pre-engineering students meet with our START (Student Advising & Resource Team) academic advisors. Your START advisor will help you understand degree requirements, choose a major, schedule for the next semester, connect with campus resources, and much more!

CECS Advisor in our START Office

What did you study in college? I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education Social Studies/History Comprehensive

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I enjoy music and going to concerts, playing cards, reading, visiting new restaurants, and spending time with friends and family

Contact me! [email protected]

Maha Ali, Peer Advisor 

Major: Software Engineering

Year: Junior

Campus Involvement: Vice President of Girls Who Code and Treasurer of Keys to Navigating our World 

What do you enjoy doing in your free time?  I enjoy reading thriller books and trying new restaurants with friends.