Meet the Team

Hey! My name is Caiden, I use he/him/his pronouns and I am a third-year undergraduate student in the College of Education studying secondary education with a minor in history. I enjoy organizing schedules and time management. I have experience finding the order in chaos. Meetings with me are usually task focused and casual as we look towards finding the next steps to a good semester in Amherst. In my free time I enjoy all sorts of athletics and watching movies with friends.

Hi! My name is Gabi Dos Anjos and I use she/her pronouns. I'm a senior who is studying Education and Psychology and interested in pursuing a career in teaching. I enjoy working with students who are transitioning into college and learning about balancing course load and finding organization methods that work for us! I love participating in clubs on campus, being outside, shopping and travelling.  I'm excited to meet new people and look forward to supporting students through this new experience!

Hi! I'm Rebecca (she/her), and I’m a former public-school teacher, Certified Autism Specialist, and PESI ADHD Professional with over 10 years of experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds with diverse learning needs. Fun fact: I have worked with students from over a dozen different colleges (as far flung as Kings College, London)!

I am passionate about supporting students who learn differently, and co-discovering how each individual student learns best! I have a special interest in multi-modal and dynamic learning and tapping into personal strengths to overcome academic challenges.

Hello! My name is Stephanie (she/her), and I am a fourth-year student majoring in public health. I am also on the pre-health track, in the honors college, and completing a certificate in civic engagement and public service.

This is my second year as a learning specialist. I enjoy helping students with navigating the transition to university and managing their courseload with effective planning and preparation to help you feel secure and ready for any challenge. A typical meeting with me will involve a weekly debrief followed by task prioritization and skill building. I also like to focus on self-care and stress management strategies. My favorite things to do outside of academics are watching movies, going out for coffee with my friends, and visiting my family in Lebanon.

Hi! My name is Leo (he/they). I'm a junior studying psychology and philosophy here at UMass. I've worked in a variety of roles within Disability Services, so I'm always happy to answer questions and help connect you with resources.

Our sessions will focus on what works best for you. Whether you want to brainstorm study strategies, organize your to-do list, build routines, or just talk through a challenging semester, I'm here to help. Everyone learns and approaches school differently, so we'll work together to find strategies that fit your goals and learning style. I look forward to meeting you!

Hi there! I'm Becca (she/her), a Learning Strategist and enthusiastic member of your support team. When invited to join your support team, of which you are always captain, I get to listen to what matters to you with the central aim of promoting your access to learning and growth at UMass. This means celebrating your wins, understanding what's difficult, and taking action together. In a Learning Strategist partnership, we can identify, practice, reflect upon, and adapt strategies that offer movement toward your goals. All progress counts.

Hi! My name is Isabel (she/her). I am a Learning Strategist and the Assistant Director of Academic Access. I enjoy working with students to make school and transitions feel more manageable, and helping you find strategies that fit your strengths and the way you learn and work. Our meetings will focus on what's going well, where you're feeling stuck, and what changes might help you move toward your goals. I love helping students try out new approaches, troubleshoot challenges, and build skills they can continue using long after the semester ends.

Hi! My name is Marie, I use she/her pronouns, and I am a junior. My major is special education. I can work with you to figure out organization systems, how to get started on assignments, and lots more! I love creative problem solving and I can work with you to figure out resources that will fit you best. I'm looking forward to connecting as peers and collaborating to meet your goals. Outside of work, I like to crochet, go to group fitness classes, and listen to audio books.