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SOPHOMORE RETENTION SPECIALIST
The Advising and Mentoring Center (AMC) provides freshmen and sophomore students with appropriate tools and services towards the building of better and stronger paths. The staff of the AMC encourages both academic and social exploration through the following services:
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Sophomore advising
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Help improve academic status for students on probation/suspension
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Keep students updated on current academic changes

Contact Information:
Lucia (Lucy) Maldonado
Sophomore Retention Specialist
USC 222L
956-326-2970
lucia.maldonado@tamiu.edu
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SOPHOMORE CAREER COUNSELOR
The Office of Career Services offers career counseling and personal assessments to help you learn about your personality and interests. We can help you decide on a major and
direct you towards the right career path. We also offer the following services to our sophomores:
- Resume/personal statement workshops
- Mock job interviews
- Job/Internship opportunities
- Numerous resources on career exploration

Contact Information:
Jose (Joey) D. Valadez
Sophomore Career Counselor
SC 114B
956-326-2261
josed.valadez@tamiu.edu
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SOPHOMORE PERSONAL COUNSELOR
The Office of Student Counseling & Health Services provides individual, couples and group counseling and wellness workshops for the mind, body and soul. Our goal is
to empower students to be capable and competent adults while adjusting to challenges and transitions of University life. We have services available for the following
situations:
Anxiety-Stress Management Family and Work Stressors
Self-Esteem Academic Difficulties
Relationship Problems Time Management
Depression Substance Abuse Loss and Grief
Coping with Disabilities Exploration of Values and Beliefs
Identity Development Goal-Setting Eating Disorders
Premarital Counseling Adjustment Difficulties Personal Assault
Roommate Conflict

Contact information:
Valerie Tijerina
Director of Sophomore Success
valerie.tijerina@tamiu.edu
956-326-2802
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