The B.U.S. Advisors
Advisement Centers on Main Campus
As you can tell, we think very highly of our advisors because we know the crucial role they can play in your success at UNM. In addition to helping you formulate your plan of study - the first step of the admissions process into the program - your advisor can help you prepare a resume, work on graduate school applications, and resolve any problems related to your studies at UNM.
B.U.S. and the University College Advisement Center
Location:
Student Services Center [bldg # 85]
first-floor lobby, room #120
Main Campus, Albuquerque, NM 87131-1456
Telephone number:
(505) 277-2631
FAX: (505) 277-3173
Info line number: 277-2BUS
University Studies Advisement Guide 
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M. Scott Meier, B.A.
Senior Academic Advisor for University Studies
Main Campus in Albuquerque.
505 277-2631
meierism@unm.edu
Since the Spring of 2002, Scott has been a peer advisor, a mentor, and a coordinator through the University College Advisement Center. As a continuing student, Scott is regularly inspired by the initiative and innovation demonstrated by the students in the BUS program.
“No two BUS degree plans are exactly alike; the BUS program is as unique as you are.”
Mariah Harrison, B.U.S.
Senior Academic Advisor for University Studies
UNM—San Juan Center
Main Campus in Albuquerque
505 277-8276
mariahh@unm.edu
The newest Advisor for University Studies, Mariah returns after graduating from B.U.S. in 2002. She previously spent a year as a Team Leader in AmeriCorps in the Southeast Region of the U.S. working on projects ranging from unmet human needs to education and environmental issues. She now hopes to assist in the further growth and development of the program that encouraged her to follow her heart — recognizing the benefits of an individualized course of study.
"I enjoy working one-on-one with students and helping to inspire their creativity in following their passion. The possibilities for the future are endless and the doors begin opening right here."
Denise Corcoran, B.B.A, M.B.A.
Operations Manager
UNM—San Juan Center
Farmington, New Mexico
505 566-3051
unm@sanjuancollege.edu
Denise has been employed by UNM-San Juan Center since 1994
and has worked extensively in administration and
advisement for the College of Education. Her knowledge
and understanding of university policies continues to
assist in growing the B.U.S. program in the Four Corners.
“I am thrilled to offer the B.U.S. program to our
community. The B.U.S. degree is ideal for those
individuals who are working full-time and desire a
Bachelors degree. I can truly say that you can get a
Bachelors degree without leaving the Four Corners!”
Catherine Walker Grobler, B.A.
Academic Advisor for University Studies
UNM-San Juan Center
Farmington, New Mexico
cgrobler@unm.edu
505 566-3042
Catherine has lived in the Four Corners for 12 years
and is delighted to be employed by New Mexico’s Flagship
university. She likes to help students decide the best
path to achieve their goals.
“The Bachelor of University Studies provides students with
a well-rounded education and allows for maximum creativity
and individuality! It is a superb educational choice for
today’s competitive job market where employees with people
and communication skills are valued."
Sherri Barrett, B.S.
Bachelor and Graduate Programs through Extended University UNM~Rio Rancho
sbarrett@unm.edu
505 925-8677
505-250-7405
Since June of 2005, Sherri has been an Advisor for University Studies at UNM West in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. As a student obtaining her Master’s Degree, Sherri is consistently impressed with University Studies student’s ability to design a degree program that will implement their needs and desires for their future.
Mayna Benally, B.U.S.
Senior Academic Advisor for University Studies, Bachelor of Business Administration
UNM~Gallup
Bachelor and Graduate Programs through Extended University
mbenally@gallup.unm.edu
505 863-7554
For the pass eight years I was previously Sr. Academic Advisor with the College of Nursing and now I'm enjoying giving advisement to the B.U.S. and BBA students here at the Gallup Center. Every student is unique with their goals and plan of study. Students in the B.U.S. are excited about completing an educational and sound program of studies and I like helping
Justine Carpenter, B.S., Ed.M.
Bachelor & Graduate Programs through Extended University
UNM-Santa Fe & UNM-Los Alamos
justinec@unm.edu
505 428-1322
Justine is the B.U.S. advisor for the UNM centers in Santa Fe and Los Alamos.Previously, she worked as an Academic Advisor for Oregon State University and Western Oregon University. She has a Master’s of Education Degree in College Student Services Administration through Oregon State University. She has experience in human services and as a high school English teacher in Japan.
“I enjoy helping students set their educational goals and obtain them. I am continually amazed by the different gifts each student brings. Each student is unique. Each is on his or her own journey complete with different goals, values, and time schedules. The Bachelor of University Studies honors those differences and allows students to focus on what is important to them. ”
Mario Suazo, B.A., MBA
Academic Advisor for University Studies
UNM Taos~Bachelor and Graduate Programs through Extended University
justinec@unm.edu
505 428-1322
Since the Spring of 2005, Mario has been the newest Advisor for the Bachelor of University Studies for the UNM~Taos, Bachelor & Graduate Programs through Extended University. He has previous experience working with Financial Aid as well as job training and career development programs.
He hopes to assist the traditional and non-traditional students achieve their educational potential and career goals.
An old proverb states: "The journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. I look forward to helping students reframe their lives into ways that are successful “Iam excited to work with students and help them make discoveries about their potential as they make their educational journe
B.U.S Advisor's around NM
(numbers correspond to map)
1 - UNM-West in Rio Rancho: 2600 American Road. S.E., Ste# 250
925-8670 (phone)
925-8684 (FAX)
2 - Kirtland Air Force Base: 1900 Wyoming Blvd. N.E., rm.106
260-1354 (phone)
260-1355 (FAX)
3 - Valencia Campus: 280 La Entrada, Los Lunas
925-8580 (phone)
925-8563 (FAX)
4 - Gallup Campus: 200 College Road
863-7703 (phone)
863-7564 (FAX)
5 - Santa Fe Campus: 6401 Richards Ave.
428-1234 (phone)
428-1238 (FAX)
6 - Los Alamos Campus: 4000 University Drive
662-0335 (phone)
662-0344 (FAX)
7 - Taos Campus: 115 Civic Plaza Drive
737-6280 (phone)
737-0690 (FAX)
8 - San Juan Center in Farmington: 4601 College Blvd., Farmington, NM 566-3042 (phone) 566-3482 (fax)
