Connect with an Academic Success Partner (ASP)

3rd Year – Biology, Health and Society

Bushra, MI

I was interested in becoming an ASP because as a previous Success Connects’ scholar myself, I found my mentor to be really helpful and I also wanted to do the same. A fun fact about me is that I enjoy learning new languages.

3rd Year – Gender & Health on the Pre-PA 

Chicago, IL

I became an ASP because I wanted to support students who are still figuring out college. I know how overwhelming Michigan can feel, and I wanted to use what I’ve learned to help others navigate academics, campus resources, and finding their place. I also enjoy connecting with people and being someone others feel comfortable coming to for support.

Public Policy

Hanoi, Vietnam

I want to help students who were in the same position as me last year: someone who’s still exploring their options, not too sure what major they want and still working towards a plan for the rest of their college career. I hope to be able to give them any insight from my experiences as well as connect them with any resources that bolster their goals.

 Art and Design

Detroit, MI

I love being able to help people in whatever way I can and as an Academic Success Partner (ASP) I can do that. My goal is to help bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Together, let’s build a supportive community that uplifts one another and empowers each of us to reach our full potential!

Sociology & Social Work

Southfield, MI

I became an ASP because I want to offer support to scholars with their academic, professional, and personal goals by connecting them to comprehensive resources. I understand that navigating university can be very challenging, especially for first generation college students, and I want to do my best to help scholars overcome the myriad of challenges that they may encounter. I look forward to supporting students in their college journey!

BHS

Ann Arbor, MI

I want to be an ASP because it is a fulfilling way for me to give back to the community. Looking back, I’m very grateful to my previous peer coaches, who guided me through my undergraduate journey and made the transition into college smoother. I’m excited to pay it forward and provide the same support and guidance to others!

Biopsychology, Cognition & Neuroscience and Spanish

Chicago, IL

I’ve been in the SuccessConnects program for the past two years, and it’s been a really helpful resource throughout my time at the University of Michigan. During my sophomore year, my ASP helped me identify my goals and organize my priorities, and I want to provide that same support for others. I love giving advice, and I’m excited to guide students to the ample resources that the university has to offer!

Bio, Health, & Society

Chicago, IL

I decided to be an ASP because I understand how it feels to not have anyone in your corner. Navigating Michigan as an out-of-state student and as someone who is the 1st in my family to pursue my career path, I think I could have greatly benefitted from a mentor to guide me through course selections, clubs, etc. I want to be a resource for my scholars and use my experiences to guide them towards success!

Nursing

Ann Arbor, MI

As an ASP, I’m so excited to help students feel welcome and supported on campus, identify and achieve their goals, and make the most of their college experience. I really value a collaborative partnership in mentoring, and I look forward to learning alongside my scholars this year!

Major: Psychology | Minor: Disability Studies

Ypsilanti, MI

As someone who has greatly benefited from both OAMI and SuccessConnects, I became an ASP to give back to the communities that have supported me from the start. These programs have helped me grow in ways that have shaped who I am today and I want to help scholars feel confident and supported in finding their own successful paths at the University of Michigan and beyond.

Microbiology

San Antonio, TX

I was a part of SuccessConnects as a scholar for two years prior to becoming an ASP. I wanted to step into this role to give back to this program which has given me so many resources and helped me learn how to thrive at U of M.