KRISTIN M. THOMAS
Academic Adviser

E-Mail: kthoma1@uakron.edu Office Hours: Monday Tuesday 9:00am-7:00pm Wednesday 9:00am-2:30pm Thursday 9:00am-2:30pm Friday Please call for appointment. Phone: 330-972-7430 Education: B.S.: Communication/Business Organizational Communication with an emphasis on Journalism & Psychology Ohio University M.S.: Educational Administration and Counseling The University of Akron Professional Organizations: Member of: * Ohio Transfer Council * The University of Akron GEAC (General Education Advisory Council) committee * Tau Sigma National Honor Society for Transfer Students I have worked as an Academic Adviser for the past 7 years and Transfer Specialist for the past three years. Prior to this position I worked at Our Lady of the Elms High School (1995-2002) as the Director of Admissions and Financial Aid. I also spent some time at Kent State University (1993-1995) as an Admissions Counselor recruiting students in Southwestern Ohio. From 1991-1993 I worked as a Graduate assistant for The University of Akron Admissions Office. Throughout my career I have been dedicated to serving students. I firmly believe that as an adviser I have an amazing opportunity to make a positive impact on my students. I enjoy working with college students because I am committed to helping them achieve their goals and I will do all I can to support them along the way. I believe that my experience in Education has allowed me to develop skills that I know are beneficial to my advisees. I value the pursuit of higher education and am committed to assisting students as they work to further their education.