Meet our Academic Coaches - Student Academic Success Center

Meet our dedicated team of peer Academic Coaches!

With diverse backgrounds and expertise across various subjects, our coaches are here to provide personalized guidance, share effective study strategies, and offer invaluable support to help you throughout your journey at CMU.

Get to know our team below and sign up for Academic Coaching on WCOnline!

Audrey Lim

Bio

I'm a junior studying Film with an additional major in Business Administration. I love food, traveling, and watching movies! On campus I'm the President of the cmu filmmakers club and involved in Cru Christian fellowship. I have ADHD and had to experiment with so many study habits to find what works for me and I'm excited to help you as well with task prioritization, organization, scheduling, time management, study habits, and more.

Emily Wang

Bio

Hi! My name is Emily Wang, and I'm a senior in the Statistics and Data Science - Neuroscience Track program! I am from Potomac, MD but was born in Seattle, WA. My hobbies include playing the flute, grabbing coffee, and hanging out with friends.

As an upperclassman, I understand the challenges that come with balancing coursework, extracurriculars, and personal responsibilities. I'm always here to help you with anything related to student life, whether it would be creating a realistic schedule for the week, finding effective study habits, or navigating professional development. My goal is for our sessions to be a comfortable, judgment-free space where you feel supported and heard, and where we can find strategies that work best for you.

Feel free to reach out anytime. I'm so excited to work with you!

Erica Orchiai

Bio

Hi everyone! My name is Erica Ochiai, and I’m currently a sophomore studying Business Administration, Human-Computer Interaction, and Japanese. I’m passionate about pottery, surfing, thrifting, volleyball, and cooking! At Carnegie Mellon, I’m involved with Delta Gamma, UEA, Club Volleyball, and I work at Capital Grains.

I’m excited to help you find the perfect balance between work and fun, whether it’s through time management tips, study strategies, or just finding ways to make the most of your college experience!

Jennifer Zhang

Bio

Hi! I’m Jennifer, a second-year MAM student. I love dancing, and I have a shy Australian Shepherd who keeps me grounded. As an academic coach, I enjoy helping students improve efficiency, stay focused, and build routines that actually work in real life. I’m also great at connecting with people. If you ever need campus resources or just someone to talk through a plan with, feel free to reach out!

Mia Manton

Bio

Hi everyone! My name is Mia and I'm a sophomore studying mechanical & biomedical engineering. My hobbies include weightlifting, jiu jitsu, playing the viola, and reading/writing. At CMU, I'm involved in a variety of clubs such as Japanese Student Association, Roboclub (Prosthetics Project!), All University Orchestra, and Grappling Club. I also work as an engineering mentor for EMERGE!

I'm excited to help students navigate the line between academics and college life. Whether it's time management, balancing multiple extracurriculars, or coming up with an efficient study strategy, I would love to help you with your journey. Looking forward to working with you!

Natalie Koch (she/her)

Bio

Hi! I'm Natalie and I'm a senior studying Professional Writing with an additional major in Film & Visual Media and a minor in Psychology in Dietrich. Outside of academic coaching, I am on staff for The Tartan newspaper and work for the Office of Student Involvement & Traditions. In my free time, I'm a freelance photographer and enjoy listening to music from the 60s-90s.

I would love to help students who are finding it difficult to adjust to the college environment and help them make a plan in order to make better use of their time, ultimately to figure out a healthy work-life balance suited to them. Adjusting to college can be stressful, and I want to make our collaboration focused on your wellbeing and success. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and I look forward to working with you!

Nazmee Kamal (she/her)

Bio

Hi! I'm Nazmee, and I'm a junior in CFA studying Vocal Performance, and I'm also a minor in CMIST studying American Politics and Law. I'm a big reader, and I love so many different genres, from mystery to historical non-fiction! I'm so excited to be on the SASC team, and looking forward to helping students out with anything they might need. Whether it's procrastination, time management and scheduling, or simply balancing school and wellness I'm here for you! I also have experience in workplace environments, specifically in the federal government, so if you need any career advice, I'm here to listen and help! I look forward to working with you :)

Osman Nori

Bio

Hi, my name is Osman Nori and I'm a Junior physics major with a track in applied physics. My hobbies include playing chess, soccer, video games, and hanging out with friends. I'm also a big fan of traveling and trying new foods and I enjoy helping fellow students with managing their time.

Roger Jin

Bio

Hi! My name is Roger Jin, and I am currently a junior majoring in Information Systems with an additional major in Statistics and Machine Learning. At CMU, I am actively involved in Alpha Kappa Psi, Scottie Ventures, and Lambda Phi Epsilon. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing golf and basketball, traveling, and exploring new restaurants.

I’m excited to be part of the SASC team and to support you as you discover strategies that truly work for you. Adjusting to college can be very challenging, and I personally found the transition difficult when I first arrived at CMU. Through working with academic coaches, I learned how to develop habits and approaches that fit my goals and learning style, and that experience made a lasting difference for me.

As a coach, my goal is to walk alongside you on your journey, offer guidance, and help you build tools that feel both effective and sustainable. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, and I look forward to connecting with you!

Shanaya Irani

Bio

Hi! I'm Shanaya, a junior studying Materials Science and Engineering with an additional major in Biomedical Engineering at CIT. I was born in Austin but grew up in Mumbai, India (if you ask me about home, I'll never stop talking).

At CMU, I compete as a sprinter for the Track and Field team and am involved in Alpha Kappa Psi and Kappa Kappa Gamma. Hence, juggling academics, athletics, and extracurriculars is something I’ve learned through experience, and I know how challenging it can be. As an Academic Coach, I’m here as a peer and a friend who understands the demands of student life. My goal is to create a space where you can talk openly, and we can work together to manage your time in a way that fits your priorities and still gives you time to rest and socialize.