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Meet with Your Advisor

Preparing for Your Meeting

WSU Pullman students with less than 30 and more than 75 WSU credits are required to meet with their academic advisor prior to registration to release their undergraduate advising hold. Although not all students are required to meet with their academic advisor, students are still encouraged to regularly meet with their advisor.

To maximize your meeting time, prepare in advance by:

  1. Reviewing your academic progress report in myWSU.
  2. Creating a list of your questions, courses you’d like to take, and/or goals you’d like to pursue.
  3. Checking for and resolving any registration holds.

On the day of your meeting:

  1. Arrive on-time. Students arriving 10 or more minutes late will be asked to reschedule.
  2. Be present and fully engaged. If your meeting is virtual, be sure to log on using your computer (and not your phone).

Please Note: Be aware of our No-Show Policy. You should email your advisor with at least 24 hours advance notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.

Academic
Advising

Contact the Advising Team

Carson Center for Student Success Todd Hall, Room 101 cb.advisors@wsu.edu
(509) 335-5480

Drop-In Advising Schedule

Date Time Location
January 12-16, 2026
(Monday-Friday)		 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Virtually
or In-Person in the Carson Center, Todd 101
January 20-April 8, 2026
(Tuesdays & Wednesdays)		 9 – 10:30 a.m. Virtually
or In-Person in the Carson Center, Todd 101
April 9-24, 2026
(Monday-Friday)		 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Virtually
or In-Person in the Carson Center, Todd 101
April 20-May 8, 2026
(Tuesdays & Wednesdays)		 9 – 10:30 a.m. Virtually
or In-Person in the Carson Center, Todd 101

*Please Note: The Carson Center does not offer drop-in advising during university holidays and breaks.

If you are unable to attend drop-in advising in the Carson Center during the regular scheduled hours, you may also attend drop-in advising in the ASCC.

The Carson Center hosts regular drop-in advising throughout the semester. Drop-in advising operates in person in the Carson Center and via Zoom, on a first-come, first-served basis.

DROP-IN ADVISING is for:

  • Quick questions that can be answered within 10 minutes
  • Students who are interested in minoring or changing to/adding a business major
  • Troubleshooting registration issues

DROP-IN ADVISING is not for:

  • Academic planning
  • Completing reinstatement conditions
  • International Student Sponsor Requests
  • Completing a course pre-approval for study abroad
  • Complicated or significant issues requiring more than 10 minutes to resolve

Students should use their advisor’s Bookings Link to schedule an advising appointment if their issue is listed above.

Please note:
Students attending drop-in advising should plan to attend on their laptops, have their cameras on, and be in a location where they can fully engage in the meeting safely and without distraction. Students who are driving, in class, are having significant technical difficulties with audio, video, or Wi-Fi connection issues, etc. will not be permitted to meet with an advisor and will be asked to return when they have eliminated distractions and/or barriers.

  1. From your myWSU Student Homepage, select the Academic Advising tile.
  2. Select Advisors from the left menu.
  3. Select “Bookings” under the “Schedule an Appointment” column next to your academic advisor’s name.
  4. Your advisor’s Bookings calendar will open using this link. Select an available appointment date/time that works with your schedule.
  5. Be sure to arrive a few minutes early for your meeting. If you are unable to make your scheduled meeting time, notify your advisor via email with 24 hours’ notice, when possible.

Please note:
Students attending advising meetings via Zoom should plan to attend on their laptops, have their cameras on, and be in a location where they can fully engage in the meeting safely and without distraction. Students who are driving, in class, are having significant technical difficulties with audio, video, or Wi-Fi connection issues, etc. will not be permitted to meet with an advisor and will be asked to return when they have eliminated distractions and/or barriers.

To find out who your advisor is:

  1. From your myWSU Student Homepage, select the Academic Advising tile.
  2. Select Advisors from the left menu.
  3. Your assigned academic advisor(s) will be displayed here.

If you are not assigned to a business advisor but would like to change your major to business, add a business major, or add a business minor or certificate, you can schedule to meet with a business advisor here or you can attend Drop-In Advising for assistance.

Meet the Advising Team
Stacey Smith-Colon
Assistant Director, Retention & Student Success

Stacey is a graduate of the University of Idaho and was the first in her family to attend and graduate from college. She spends her time outside the office as a wife, mother of five, and self-proclaimed “home chef.”
stacey.smith-colon@wsu.edu
Paige Adler
Academic Advisor

Paige is a graduate of the University of Portland and the University of Birmingham in the UK, with degrees in accounting and leadership. Outside of work you may find her walking to a coffee shop, in a local theater production, or planning her next travel adventure.
paige.adler@wsu.edu
Kirk Berentsen
Academic Advisor

Kirk graduated from the University of Idaho in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in marketing with an emphasis in analytics. After he earned his degree, he spent several years as an analyst in both the food and tech industry. In 2024, he worked as an Administrative Assistant for the School of Hospitality and Business Management until the start of 2026 where he now supports students navigating their academic journey as an Academic Advisor! In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports (like pickleball), baking, or playing bass guitar.
kirk.berentsen@wsu.edu
Lee Berryhill
Academic Advisor

Lee is a graduate of the University of Idaho, where she earned degrees in English and history. She has built her career in higher education, where she enjoys supporting students as they navigate their academic paths. In her free time, she can be found reading with a cup of coffee, horseback riding whenever possible, caring for her chaotic gecko, and planning her next trip to the ocean with her partner and dog.
lee.berryhill@wsu.edu
Jasmine Carringer
Academic Advisor

Jasmine Carringer is an Academic Coordinator and Advisor for the Carson Center for Student Success. She graduated from Washington State University with a BA in English and a certificate in Secondary Education, going on to teach high school English and visual/performing arts. During her previous time at WSU, Jasmine worked for the ROAR Program as an Assisted Living Advisor and is excited to be back on campus in her new advising role. Outside of work, Jasmine enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time outside.
jasmine.carringer@wsu.edu
Tommy Christianson
Academic Advisor

Tommy has worked and studied at both WSU and Oregon State University. In his free time, he enjoys relaxing, playing guitar, and spending time with his cat. He's a fan of many random assorted topics, such as mental health advocacy, pop-punk, and the Portland Trailblazers.
w.christianson@wsu.edu
Lisa Desmarais
Academic Advisor

Lisa is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago and North Carolina State University. She has worked in higher education for over 12 years and loves meeting students. In her free time, she can be found looking for the best coffee in town, spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog, and finding her next baking project.
lisa.desmarais@wsu.edu
Tristin Herup-Wheeler
Academic Advisor

Tristin is a graduate of Idaho State University and WSU, earning degrees in Microbiology, French, and Molecular Biosciences. He has worked with undergraduates for more than half a decade and has held numerous hospitality industry management positions. In his free time, you can find him cultivating plants, trying to rein in his rambunctious corgi, and skiing throughout the Winter season.
t.herup-wheeler@wsu.edu
Goretti Manzo
Academic Advisor

Goretti is a graduate of WSU (Pullman), where she’s lived most of her life. She is a mom, wife, and advocate for Early Learning. And she loves traveling with her husband and family.
goretti.manzo@wsu.edu
Flori Tulli
Academic Advisor

Flori is a former Instructor, Disability Access Consultant and Academic Coach. As an Academic Advisor, she strives to teach her students how to navigate their degree and embrace their strengths. Outside of work, you can find her spending quality time with her fur babies, going on outdoor adventures and making various kinds of art.
floriana.tulli@wsu.edu
Bret Vanness
Academic Advisor

Bret has a background in Social Work and Education. During his time away from WSU he enjoys the outdoors in the Pacific Northwest.
bret.vanness@wsu.edu
Leah Wacker
Senior Academic Advisor

Leah is a proud first-generation college graduate from Brigham Young University. She is a mother of three wonderful daughters who inspire her every day. Her family loves exploring the beauty of nature, often embarking on adventures to various national parks across the country.
leah.wacker@wsu.edu
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