What is a Peer Academic Coach?
A Peer Academic Coach (PAC) is either an undergraduate student or a graduate student who has been academically successful at Florida Atlantic University. Either way, PACs understand that success in college isn’t limited to having good study skills, but is also about feeling connected to campus, being able to make ends meet, finding the right balance between work and your classes, etc. Follow us on Instagram: @fauacademiccoaching
PACs can help you with: Time Management Strategies, Study Skills, Motivation, Note-taking, and FAU specific tips and advice on how to be successful here. We also have Video Resources for you!
*Note: a PAC CANNOT ADVISE FOR COURSES or answer questions about your specific degree programs. For those discussions, please schedule an academic advising appointment with your primary advisor.
MEET OUR PEER ACADEMIC COACHES
To schedule a meeting choose a Peer Academic Coach from the list below using one of the the two options:
(1) Click on the PAC's 
Button link found in their profiles.
- OR -
(2) Schedule through
Success Network
and filter for "Peer Academic Coaching" as the care unit.
Name: Rachel (Rae) Zuckerman
Hometown: Gainesville, FL.
College: College of Science
Major: Geoscience (Geography & Environmental Science minor)
Year: Senior (Graduating Fall 2024!)
Interesting fact about yourself/experience: I am currently an intern at the Coral Reef Institute
Advice for being successful at FAU: To try everything even if you are scared or think you will hate It try it anyways you never know who you will meet or what opportunity that could come from this new experience.
Name: Danielle Veasley
Hometown: Southfield, MI
College: College of Arts and Letters
Major: Communication Studies (Public Relations minor)
Year in school: Senior (Graduating Fall 2024!)
Interesting fact about yourself/experience: I am a SEA (science, education, arts) Scholar at the FAU Marine Lab located inside the Gumbo Limbo Environmental Complex! I have the opportunity to help out with the marine lab's research on Loggerhead, Green, and Leatherback sea turtles! Another important aspect of my role is sharing our lab findings with the public through outreach events, activities, and gallery tours. This role has taught me so much about marine biology, research studies, and--the best part--sea turtles!
Advice for being successful at FAU: There are many ways to be successful at FAU, but I recommend just being yourself! Explore the things that you are passionate about, then look for communities that share the same interests or experiences as you. FAU offers a ton of ways to get involved on campus, whether it be attending a club/org meeting, going to sporting events or the library, or even eating at the dining hall with friends. By being true to who you are, you can introduce yourself to others without pressure, and form lifelong connections and friendships!
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Name: Sydney Worrall
Hometown: Homestead, FL.
College: The College of Arts and Letters
Major: Master's Student (Antrhopology); Undergraduate (Biomedical Science)
Year in school: Graduate Student
Interesting fact about yourself/experience: I have been to over 30 concerts! I also have a black cat named Noya!
What is your advise for success at FAU?: My advice is to find what works for you. Maybe it's studying in the library, or a coffee shop, or its listening to lectures while working out, even listening to the mario kart soundtrack while working. Just because it's not traditional study or life habits doesn't mean it's not effective!
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Name: Connor Norusis
Hometown: Coconut Creek, FL.
College: College of Business
Major: Business Administration
Year in school: Sophomore
Interesting fact about yourself/experience: I breed over 20 ornamental marine fish and coral and own a mobile detailing business here in South Florida called Ride with Pride Detailing.
What is your advise for success at FAU?: "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." The worst thing that can happen is you learn something. When moment you start focusing on mistakes as lessons instead of failures, is your full potential is unlocked.
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Name: Joudeline Jeanlis
Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL.
College: College of science
Major: Health Science (Health Administration minor)
Year in school: Senior
Interesting fact about yourself/experience: I was born in Haiti
What is your advise for success at FAU?: Balance! It is so easy to get distracted and lose sight of why you are here in college and your future goals
Schedule a Meeting
If you don't see any availability listed, then try scheduling with another coach or send an email with your name, z number, and availability to mmartinez@fau.edu.
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