Hi, everyone! My name is Andra Soria (she/ her/ella) and I am your new Integrated Academic Advisor! I have been an Academic Advisor in the CA&ES Dean’s Office for almost a year now, and I am so excited to now expand my role and support the Global Disease Biology major as well!

A little about me: I spent my childhood in Mexico City before moving to Tempe, Arizona at age 13. I moved to Tucson, AZ to attend the University of Arizona after high school, earning my B.A. degrees in Political Science and French, and Master’s degree in Higher Education from there. Before joining this team, I worked at the University of Arizona doing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work at the Latinx Cultural Center, and worked with student teams at the UA College of Veterinary Medicine on how to work better together.

I love working in Higher Education because I love building relationships with students and supporting their journey, from the time they start college until the time they graduate. I am in your corner! It is a big transition to start your college career, it can feel like a different world. I am here to support you with any major-related questions, refer you to any resources on campus, and most importantly, reinforce that you are powerful and capable and that you belong in the UCD community!

In my free time, I love spending time with family and friends, including my dogs, Mina and Barry Allen, exploring my new city and its surroundings, and watching reality shows and K-Dramas.  Please come visit me, I’d love to meet you!