About Us

Our Department

Student Support Services staff are trained professionals in the area of academic advising--especially for students who have a need for academic support, may be first in their family to attend college, have limited financial means or have a health, physical, sensory, or brain-related issue needing accommodation. With backgrounds in education and extensive professional development, our staff is prepared to work with Falcons to support their academic and journey at UWRF!

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Staff Services

Staff provide one-on-one coaching, assistance with course selection and connections to tutoring, guidance on financial aid and FAFSA, workshops on financial literacy and academic skills and how to apply to and enroll in graduate and professional degree programs. Staff also provide career-focused workshops, exposure to cultural and educational programs and mentoring to SSS scholars.

  
Meet Our Staff

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Wendy Waiwaiole

Director 

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Jessi Mularky

Academic Adviser

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Bao Lee

Academic Adviser

  • Start Year: 2020
  • Office: 247 Rodli Hall
  • Phone: 715-425-3798
  • Email: bao.lee@uwrf.edu
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Adam Villeneuve

Academic Adviser


Peer Mentors

TRIO SSS Peer Mentors are enthusiastic leaders who guide new scholars to success at UWRF. Peer Mentors connect new SSS scholars to people and resources on campus, develop and maintain relationships with scholars and provide assisted support, focusing on a smooth transition and acclimation to UWRF. The purpose of the SSS Peer Mentor Program is to help new SSS scholars maintain high program participation and GPA, as well as increase retention and graduation rates.

 
Meet Our Peer Mentors

Peer Mentor

Danika Strader - Animal Science

I'm an animal science major on the pre-vet track. In my free time I enjoy traveling and hanging out with my friends and family. I also enjoy spending my time out in nature with my dog. I can't wait to meet everyone!

Email Danika

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Chesney Bankenbush - Agriculture Education

My name is Chesney and I enjoy spending time with my three horses and all the animals around my farm. When I'm not hanging around the farm, I like to take walks and enjoy spending time with my friends and family.

Email Chesney

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Cora Bastyr - Art Education

Hey! My name is Cora. Some things I like to do is watch YouTube, spend time with my friends/family, go on walks, read, do some crafty things and listen to music. I am excited to see what this new year brings!

Email Cora

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Emily Willming - Animal Science

I’m an animal science major on the pre-vet track. I love to travel and had the opportunity to explore Europe through UWRF. I'm excited to be part of the FETCH program and train a service dog this year.

Email Emily

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Emma Atkinson - Art

Hi! I'm Emma and I am a BFA art major and psychology minor. In my free time, I love making funky, whimsical art and doing crafts, listening to audiobooks, crocheting and going on adventures with friends. Let's work together to make this a great year!

Email Emma

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Student Support Services

274 Rodli Hall
410 S. 3rd St.
River Falls, WI 54022

715-425-3713

Academic Year Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Summer Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.