Jenna Chang

Jenna Chang is a new Graduate Student Adviser in the Academic Success Center and works with Major Pathway students. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Jenna moved to the "9th island" (Las Vegas) and is attending UNLV's Master's Program in Marriage and Family Therapy. Before moving to Las Vegas, Jenna worked as a Paraprofessional for children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism and other disabilities for two years. She enjoys working with students and believes each one can be successful with the right resources and support.

Advising Philosophy Statement

As a future academic advisor, I value the relationship between the student and advisor. I am excited to embrace diversity and strive to learn new things from the students I work with. My office will be dedicated to making an open environment based on sharing, understanding and learning with a student-centered focus. I will provide guidance in clarifying and interpreting institutional requirements and other resources available on campus. I will work to the best of my abilities with the expectation that students will be proactive and actively participate in each advising session. It is ultimately the student’s responsibility for making final decisions on academic choices, but I hope to be an informative and supportive ally during the process.