What is a peer advisor?
How do you contact a peer advisor?
Email: shhsadv@iupui.edu
Office hours: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in the PE/Nat advising suite, room 251
Common questions to ask a peer advisor
- How do I add or drop a course?
- How do I know what courses I have left to finish my degree?
- How do I find general education course options and pick the best one for me?
- How do I register for courses?
- How do I schedule an advising meeting?
- What would it take to add a minor or certificate?
- And much more about advising, SHHS, and IUPUI overall!
How do you become a peer advisor?

Alexa
Peer advisor since fall 2022
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Major: general studies: social & behavioral sciences
Minors & certificates: health ed, psych, nutrition, & personal training
Graduation: spring 2024
Major & career exploration: I began as exercise science, pre-physical therapy but soon realized that wasn’t for me. I found a passion for wellness and nutrition. I switched to general studies to explore new options and graduate on time.
IUPUI involvement: founder and president of Girl Gains, OTEAM leader
Advice to students: Take advantage of the resources and opportunities at IUPUI and get out of your comfort zone!

Ashlyn
Peer advisor since spring 2022
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Major: health sciences
Minors & certificates: none
Graduation: spring 2023
Major & career exploration: I decided upon pre-medicine as my interest my senior year of high school after learning more about it during a school program. I chose health sciences because it gave a wide understanding of the healthcare system with space for my pre-med prerequisites.
IUPUI involvement: server
Advice to students: Take advantage of every opportunity, perform at your optimal level, figure out what makes you happy and take time out for those things!

Tyson
Peer advisor since fall 2022
Pronouns: he/him/his
Major: health sciences
Minors & certificates: nutrition
Graduation: spring 2025
Major & career exploration: While I haven’t changed my major, I have explored a variety of pre-professional pathways. I have looked at physical therapy, occupational therapy, and a masters in health sciences.
IUPUI involvement: FYS mentor, barista, percussion technician
Advice to students: Sleep! Your brain can not function without enough sleep each night and you won’t be your best self!