BBA Student Advisor

I am very excited to announce that the School has hired its very first Student Advisor, Robert Koonce. Robert started Monday, November 29.

Who he is

Robert comes to us with a wealth of experience:

• Dept of Education (Washington, DC), Office of Vocational and Adult Education
• Assoc Athletics Director of Academic Support and Career Development, University of Maryland -- College Park
• Asst Athletics Director of Student Services, Tulane University
• Asst Athletics Director of Academic Services and Recruitment, University of Pennsylvania
• Assistant Academic Advisor, University of Michigan
• Research Associate, Office of the VP for University Relations, University of Michigan

Robert also has an MA and PhD/ABD in Higher Education Administration from the UM School of Education.

The above skims the top of Robert's qualifications. He's also brings a dynamic presence, one that I'm sure will help the School reach out to a broader audience, including younger students, parents, and the rest of the UM community. Robert is already well-connected in the University, including Undergraduate Admissions, Student Affairs, Engineering, the Athletic campus, and many others.

Please help me in making him feel welcome.

What the position is

The purpose of the BBA Student Advisor position is to be a resource for students and potential students who have questions, concerns, or issues about academics at the Ross School of Business. Typical questions for the advisor from current BBAs would be the following:

• I'm thinking about going into corporate finance (or whatever you say). What courses should I take this semester?
• I'm a marketing major (or whatever). Are there any particular courses in other departments that I should think about taking?

The advisor is also going to be a resource for high school students and LS&A students who are interested in getting in to the Ross School.

What's the timing of all this

Robert will be getting familiar with the School and University during December. Starting in December he will be available for counseling. I'll have an announcement at the beginning of the next semester reminding everyone of this.