Undergraduate Academic Advising
The key to maximizing your educational opportunities lies in seeking proper advice, and academic advising is at the heart of this process. Our Staff Advisors, Peer Advisors, and Faculty play a vital role in providing our students effective guidance. Their support and expertise ensure you make informed decisions and get the most out of your academic journey.
Staff Advising FALL 2024: Appointments & Drop-In
Appointments via Slug Success (REMOTE)
Make an appointment on Navigate Slug Success. A Google Calendar online invite will follow.
- Monday - Thursday: 9am - 1:30pm
- Friday: 10am - 1:30pm
Drop-In (REMOTE) Select a drop-in time slot here
- Monday - Thursday: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Friday: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Peer Advising FALL 2024: Google Meet & Drop-In (In-Person / Remote)
Our trained Peer Advisors are current students who can assist with:
- Major and minor requirements
- Preparing a Declaration of Major/Minor paperwork (Academic planning form)
- Academic planning & Questions about our courses, opportunities, and major(POLI)/program(LGST)
- Guidance on UCDC, UC Center Sacramento, CUIP, and Study abroad program requirements
Google Meet Chat (Drop-In / Remote)
Peer Advisors can answer your questions remotely via Google Chat! To chat with us, add lgstpoli@ucsc.edu to your UCSC email's Google contacts and send us a message. More instructions can be found in the image below ("How to Google Chat an Advisor").
How to Google Chat an Advisor:
- Sign into your UCSC email
- In the lower left section, select the '+' to the right of your name and search for 'lgstpoli'
- Press 'lgstpoli@ucsc.edu' and now Google Chat!
In-Person Advising (Drop-In)
The Politics/Legal Studies Peer Advising Office is located in the Merrill College Academic Building, Room 8 (or Merrill 8).
In-Person Hours:
- Monday: 9am - 11am
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Tuesday: 12pm - 5pm
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Wednesday: 9:30am - 1:30pm
Remote Advising (Drop-In)
Drop-In Hours:
- Thursdays: 12pm - 5pm
Select an open time slot. Note that there might be a wait, so be patient and a Peer Advisor will assist you as soon as they are able.
Meet our Advising Team!
Yanin Monter (She/Hers), Legal Studies Undergraduate Advisor & Program Director | |
Hi! My name is Yanin and I am the Undergraduate Advisor for Legal Studies. I am a UCSC alumni (double major in Legal Studies and Sociology) and education has always been imoportant to me. Being a first-gen, Latina student, there were many challenges along the way but I received a lot of support from both faculty and staff that drove my desire to help other students navigate through their undergraduate career as well. During my free time, I spend most of my time hanging out with my two dogs.
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Jerry Diaz, Politics Undergraduate Advisor & Assistant Manager | |
Jerry Diaz is a Banana Slug alumnus (Sociology & education minor) from the Class of 1999. He has a Master’s degree in Higher Education with an emphasis in student development theories from the University of Michigan, Ann-Arbor. Jerry has exercised a lifelong passion for student affairs work in academic advising and guidance since 2012. He resides in the area with his family, which includes his turtle Shelly. When not in the office he enjoys running, cooking, and reading a good book. Jerry is committed to your academic success and invites you to connect for an academic advising session this Winter Quarter.
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Lesly Lizarraga, Politics & Legal Studies Peer Advisor |
Hello everyone! My name is Lesly Lizarraga (she/her) and I’m currently a second year student pursuing a major in Politics and minor in Legal Studies. Beyond my education, I enjoy reading, journaling, and going on spontaneous adventures either by myself or with friends. After graduation, I plan on attending Law School in hopes of becoming an immigration lawyer and maybe even move back to Tucson, Arizona (where I was born). In addition to being a Politics and Legal Studies Peer Advisor, I’m also a Perk employee and a Mentor for the Mentor Collective Program. I’m more than excited to be joining the POLI/LGST Advising team and can’t wait to provide my peers with both support and guidance as they embark on their academic journey. |
Cat Comella, Politics & Legal Studies Peer Advisor |
Hi everyone! My name is Cat (they/she). I am a third-year double majoring in Psychology and Sociology with a minor in Legal Studies. In my free time, I love exploring new coffee shops, reading books, and watching Formula 1 Racing! I also serve as a Resident Assistant for the Crown & Merrill Apartments, and as a Research Assistant for the Sexual and Gender Diversity Laboratory. After graduation, I plan on earning my Masters of Social Work, and becoming a Criminal Legal Social Worker! I am super excited to help my fellow Politics and Legal Studies peers as they set out on their academic career! |
Writing Tutor Assistance
Learning Support Services offers free drop-in writing tutoring. Check the website for writing and other tutoring services and schedules.
Learning Accommodations
Legal Studies Program staff and faculty are responsive to disabled students' concerns and special needs. We work with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) to ensure appropriate accommodations. If you need assistance, please contact the DRC directly at (831) 459-2089.