Success Coaches

"The past two semesters, with each success coach, really did help me and without them I wouldn't be where I am today. Because of their help and guidance I can confidently go into my third year knowing I will be successful while much less stressed. "
Sofia Arcos

Success Coaches are peer advisors trained to assist with time management, study habits, social interaction, and more. Our coaches come from a variety of backgrounds and majors, but they all share the same goal: help their fellow students succeed at Michigan Tech.

Meet the Success Coaches

Lauren Barlett

Lauren Bartlett

Hometown:  South Haven, Michigan
Year at Tech:  Second
Major:  Exercise Science
Interests:  Rowing, Crocheting, Reading, Rocks

Audrey Birchmeier

Audrey Birchmeier

Hometown:  New Baltimore, MI
Year at Tech:  Fourth
Major:  Civil Engineering
Interests:  I love playing volleyball and going to the gym to stay active. I have a large collection of plants and an orange cat named Otis. I also love being outside and exploring.

Madelin Burnau

Madelin Burnau

Hometown:  Holly, MI
Year at Tech:  Third
Major:  Biomedical Engineering
Interests:  Running, skiing, sweet treats

Madison Coburn

Madison Coburn

Hometown:  Concord, Michigan
Year at Tech:  Third
Major:  Biomedical Engineering
Interests: Reading, Hiking, and learning new things! I also love playing games with my friends and watching MTU hockey games.

Maci Dostaler

Maci Dostaler

Hometown:  Lake Linden, MI
Year at Tech:  Senior
Major:  Software Engineering
Interests:  Outdoor activities and crafts!

Dallas Dunning

Dallas Dunning

Hometown:  Davison, MI
Year at Tech:  Fourth 
Major:  Medical Laboratory Science
Interests:  I enjoy hiking, exploring, reading, and anything involving cooking.
My experience at Michigan Tech: Michigan Tech has been such an incredible place to live and explore, it has been such an adventure to be able to attend college in this location.

Ava Harvey

Ava Harvey

Hometown:  McComb, MI
Year at Tech:  Second
Major:  Mechanical Engineering
Interests:  I enjoy hiking, running, snowboarding, and reading historical fiction.

Emily Jackson

Emily Jackson

Hometown:  Standish, MI
Year at Tech:  Second
Major:  Computer Science
Interests:  I enjoy reading, working out, and finding new things to do around campus.

Niko Johnson

Niko Johnson

Year at Tech: Fourth
Major:  Biological Sciences
Minors: Biochemistry and Microbiology
Interests:  Enjoys learning and engaging in scientific discussion, especially with regard to biochemical, cellular, and molecular considerations in neuroscience and immunology. Also enjoys nature walks, lifting weights, and participating in sports.

Cameron McKenna

Cameron McKenna

Year At Tech:  Fourth 
Major:  Medical Laboratory Science
Minor:  Pre-Health and Psychology
Interests:  Swimming, Snowshoeing, Reading Nonfiction, Journaling, Painting

Chioma Nwabudike

Chioma Nwabudike

Hometown:  Chicago, IL
Year at Tech:  Fifth
Major:  Biomedical Engineering
Interests:  I love listening to music, watching movies, going on long evening walks and stargazing.

Carli Pares

Carli Pares

Year At Tech:  Fourth
Major:  Psychology 
Interests:  I love being involved! At Tech I'm a member of the Huskies Pep Band, Treasurer of Craft Club, a Makerspace Coach, and love to play broomball and other IM Sports! I love anything research especially within abnormal psychology and UX. Outside of MTU I love crocheting, hiking, reading, photography, baking, and music.

Breeanna Schlicker

Breeanna Schlicker

Year At Tech:  Third
Major:  Computer Science  
Interests:  I love art, reading and playing the piano

Ari Schnell

Ari Schnell

Hometown:  Madison, Wisconsin
Year at Tech:  Fourth
Major:  Medical Laboratory Science
Interests:  Art of all kinds! I paint, sew, play piano, and many others.

Tina Swenson

Tina Swenson

Year At Tech:  Third
Major:  English
Interests:  I'm a fan of creative writing, watching Law and Order: SVU/ Organized Crime, watching football and participating in Martial Arts as a green belt.

Morgan Wagner

Morgan Wagner

Year At Tech:  Third
Major:  Electrical Engineering Technologies 
Interests:  I like to be outdoors and work on my vehicles.