Meet Our Team!
Director,
 Academic Support  & EngagementÂ
Anna has spent over 15 years helping students discover their strengths, build coping skills, and prepare for their futures. She earned her bachelor’s in Human Development and Education and her master’s in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration from SUNY Buffalo State University. As a Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, Anna shares practical ways to bring calm and focus into busy lives. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her family, friends, and her
 pit bull, and makes self-care a daily priority.Â
Schedule a one-on-one appointment with Anna for an intensive, student-centered experience. Together you will discover what helps you thrive, tackle challenges head-on, and design a plan that matches your learning style and goals. Each session offers powerful tools for time management, study strategies, test prep, mindfulness, and prioritization, all in an encouraging space where your success takes center stage.
Writing SpecialistÂ
Adrianna has worked with Daemen since October 2022. She is the Writing Specialist in the Office of Academic Support and Engagement. Adrianna Avilés earned a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing both from SUNY Buffalo State University.
She earned a Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Writing: Critical Studies Literacies and Pedagogy from Michigan State UniversityÂ
In her free time, she enjoys listening to records, spending time with her nieces and nephews, and exploring coffee shops.
Schedule a one-on-one appointment with Adrianna to enhance your writing skills, whether you're working on an academic paper, personal statement, or just want to improve your writing overall, Adrianna is here to help! Schedule an appointment today for one-on-one guidance tailored to your needs.
Daemen Community:
Have an idea that could support student success? You’re in the right place. This space was created to gather insights from students, faculty, and staff who want to help shape the future of Academic Coaching at Daemen. Whether you're suggesting a Power Session topic, a new strategy, or a resource we should offer, your voice matters. Together, we can strengthen academic support and create meaningful experiences that help every student thrive.
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Daemen Faculty Members:
Do you know a student who would make a great Academic Coach?
We invite faculty members to recommend students who show potential to support their peers and contribute to student success. Together, we can strengthen academic support and create meaningful experiences that help every student thrive.
Please note: This form is intended only for new coaches, meaning students who have never served as an Academic Coach at Daemen University.
Click the button below to begin recommending a student for academic coaching.
