The Math/ACMS student services team of Alice Boytz (Program Assistant), Dawn Kajimura (Academic Counselor), and Ryan Kozu (Senior Academic Counselor) have been named the UW's Association of Professional Advisers and Counselors (APAC) November Advisers-of-the-Month.
Their nominator said, "The Math/ACMS student services team is an incredible group of people committed to student success. The team pivoted quickly at the beginning of the pandemic, dove in to projects to engage with students and continue to amaze me with their ideas and support of our students. Ryan, Dawn and Alice serve over 700 majors and over 20,000 annual student registrations in our classes. Their workload seems never ending but they approach students with compassion and resources. Ryan, Dawn and Alice keep our office moving forward and keep students going!" We are so glad to be able to recognize Alice, Dawn & Ryan!
Please see below to learn more about them.
from Alice:
How long have you been on campus?
-I've been on campus since November of 2016What is your favorite thing about UW?
-My favorite thing about UW is the beauty of the campus. I also appreciate the folks I work with, it's a supportive, fun, team oriented environment.What do you enjoy doing when you are not on campus/working?
-When not at work I enjoy taking trips to new places (both far and near) reading, outdoor activities, listening to/playing traditional music.Where is your favorite place to eat in Seattle?
-I don't have a favorite place to eat in town, I like to try different spots. I recently tried Queen Ca Phe on Queen Anne. Excellent food and very friendly staff.---
from Dawn:
How long have you been on campus?
-I've been at UW Seattle since April 2001.What is your favorite thing about UW?
-There's so much I like about UW, but my favorite thing about working at UW is the sense of community among advisers and professional support from my department that enables me to successfully serve students.Where is your favorite place to eat in Seattle?
-Any place that serves coffee.Most recent favorite book, show, movie, or podcast?
-Favorite movie: The Greatest Showman, 2017---
from Ryan:
Adviser or Advisor?
-AdviserHow long have you been on campus?
-I've been on campus for 19 years, 4 years as an undergraduate and 15 years as a staff member.What is your favorite thing about UW?
-Favorite thing about UW is that because it's such a large place there are so many opportunities and things to explore and be part of.Where is your favorite place to eat in Seattle?
-Seattle Fish Guys is one of my favorite places to get food at.Most recent favorite book, show, movie, or podcast?
-Most recent favorite show - Ted Lasso