Alex Brock earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Brenau University in 2016. She spent more than five years advising science students at Brenau before joining the University of Georgia in 2022. Alex serves as the primary advisor for students pursuing Chemistry degrees and also advises Computer Science majors. She is passionate about helping students navigate their academic journeys, connect with opportunities, and achieve their educational…

I am from Amelia Island Florida, some may know it as Fernandina Beach--but most will know it by the fancy tourist name. Some of my favorite activities include; traveling, running, going to concerts, and anything outdoors. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a BS in Psychology. I have worked at UGA since 2017. I am excited to start this journey as an Academic Advisor, as I am extremely passionate about the University, Franklin College…

Ryan Smith graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.A. in English. He worked in the Access Services department at the UGA Main Library and then in Records Management under University Archives before becoming an Academic Advisor in 2021. Ryan advises students pursuing degrees in Interior Design, Photography & Expanded Media, and Printmaking in the Lamar Dodd School of Art. He holds certificates in Academic Advising and in Diversity…

Emily Morrison graduated from UGA with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History in 2018, followed by a Masters of Art History from the University of Utah in 2020. She advises primarily lower-division Biology and Psychology majors. In her spare time, Emily enjoys watching movies, eating out, and spending time with friends and family.

Dr. Frances Hughes was previously an advisor in Franklin College from 2011-2016, before leaving to manage a small nonprofit organization. She previously advised Intended Terry students. She returned to Franklin in 2021 as the lead advisor in the Department of Psychology. In May 2026, she moved in to the role of managing and coordinating the Franklin College Social and Behavioral Sciences Division, which consists of Atmospheric Sciences,…

Yadira is the Physical and Mathematical Sciences Advising Manager, overseeing a group of advisors and students in the division. She previously served as an undergraduate advisor for the Biology and Microbiology departments at UGA from 2020 until 2026. Originally from Marietta, GA, she is a Franklin College/Mary Frances Early College of Education alum, and holds both an AB in Spanish and a BSED in World Language Education. She also holds a Master…

Seth Peters graduated from Young Harris College with a Bachelor of Arts in Music in 2012, followed by a Master of Music from UGA in 2015. He has been working in student services since 2013, spending several years as a writing tutor for the Athletic Association before becoming an advisor. After stints in Biology, Microbiology, Music, and Computer Science, Seth currently advises Cognitive Science and Psychology while espousing the values of a…