Bia Guth Roque
Director
bguthroq@nmu.eduHometown:
São Paulo, Brazil
Degrees:
- B.A. in Education
- M.B.A. in Strategic People Management
- Graduate-Level Specialization: Organizational Psychology
- Graduate-Level Specialization: Play Therapy
Oi, tudo bem? (Hi, How are you?) I’ve been working with Higher Education for several years. In SSS, I’m here to help you with advising, connecting with resources, referrals, and exploring the magic of College. I’m passionate about guiding and helping students reach their full potential!
Jamie Laurie
Academic Coordinator
jlaurie@nmu.eduHometown:
St. Clair, Michigan
Degrees:
- B.A. from Northern Michigan University
- M.A. from Marquette University
- M.A. from Northern Michigan University
I have worked in Higher Ed in a variety of ways over the years. In Student Support Services, I focus on advising & coordinating support efforts, which is wonderful! I am an active learner in all that I do and I love helping students explore higher education as a path to personal growth and success.
Linda Sirois
Academic Coordinator
lsirois@nmu.eduDegrees:
- A.A. Bay College
- B.S. Northern Michigan University
- M.F.A. Northern Michigan University
My husband and I live in an old Finnish farmhouse out in the hayfields of Trenary, and we’ve been renovating our place for about 23 years. Some animals live with us: eight chickens, two cats, and one really old (almost 16 years!) dog named Kobe, and a skinny little mutt named Buddy. My two grown kids and their friends wan...
Madi Spychalla
Program Assistant
mspychal@nmu.edu (906) 227-1558Hometown:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Degrees:
- B.S. from Northern Michigan University
As a first-gen graduate, I know how tough it is to navigate college advising. This is why I am so grateful for the chance to make sure our 216 students always have someone in their corner. This TRIO program does amazing things for students and I am so excited to be a part of this incredible team of advisors who are dedicated to making a change! ...
Tori Sorensen
Graduate Assistant
tosorens@nmu.eduHometown:
Iron Mountain, Michigan
Degrees:
- Associate of Business, Northern Michigan University
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Northern Michigan University
Throughout my undergrad program at NMU, I was very active on campus. Working in the SSS office created the opportunity for me to stay involved on campus while working on my Master's degree. As a first-generation, low-income student, I understand how challenging college can be and hope to assist as many students as possible to achieve their goals...
Student Staff
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SSS Peer Mentors
Read below for short bios about the SSS Peer Mentors! Peer Mentors are students who you can have 1-on-1 meetings with, attend events with, do activities with, help further your academic skills, and work on maintaining your WellBeing Wheel! Fill out the Interest Form below to get started!
SSS Peer Mentors
Emily Snyder
SSS Peer Mentor
esnyder@nmu.eduDegrees:
- Bachelor of Science in Athletic Coaching
Major/Minor:
I completed my undergrad at NMU with an Athletic Coaching major and I’ve now started my Master’s in Exercise Science.
In my spare time:
I like to watch new shows and movies and rewatch some of my favorites like Supernatural and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I also enjoy getting outside for hikes, going to sporting events with friends, and checking out local music.
Campus Extracurriculars:
During my undergrad, I was a member of HPEACE which is the professional club for athletic coaching, Health, and PE majors. In this club, we got to go to conferences and my favorite experience was being able to go to Phoenix, AZ.
Outside of NMU:
In my evenings I coach for the Wildcat Aquatic Club where I’m an assistant coach. I lead our Gold group which is for our middle school swimmers. I recently started camping, this fall I did a night in pictured rocks and it was the best thing ever.
Tori Sorensen
Graduate Assistant
Major/Minor:
I completed undergrad at NMU as an Accounting major and am currently working on completing my Master’s of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting.
Campus Extracurriculars:
Student Leader Fellowship Program, NMU Food Pantry, Superior Edge, Beta Alpha Psi (accounting club), NMU Best Buddies
Favorite TV Show / Movie:
New Girl/Mamma Mia or any of the Xmen movies
In my spare time:
I like to listen to comedy podcasts, travel, play games with friends, do crafts, go hiking, try new foods/check out new restaurants, and build giant lego sets.