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Please note: the SCI Advising Center works only with University of Pittsburgh undergraduate students. If you are a graduate student or are not yet a Pitt student, please find relevant contacts on the SCI Who to Contact page.
Virtual Prospective Student Office Hours
Pitt students enrolled in schools other than SCI may use Virtual Office Hours to meet with an SCI Academic Advisor via Zoom, no appointment required. Students may also email quick questions to SCIadvising@pitt.edu. If you have a range of questions to discuss, Office Hours are preferred. Current SCI students should refer to their assigned advisor's office hours, listed below. Advisor assignments are posted in the Student Center.
Virtual Office Hours Schedule:
Mondays from 5 to 6 p.m.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2 to 3 p.m.
Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. and 4 to 5 p.m.
Link for Virtual Office Hours
*Office hours will not be held during University holidays and closures.
SCI Peer Advisors
What are Peer Advisors?
Are you confused about enrollment tools? Do you have questions about building your schedule? Do you want to chat with a peer about majors, classes, scheduling, etc. before you finalize your schedule? Talk to an SCI Peer Advisor!
SCI Peer Advisor Fall 2025 Drop-In Hours
Monday
Abby: 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Aidan: 3 to 4 p.m.
Tuesday
Laura: 9 to 10 a.m.
Jessica: 1 to 2 p.m.
Wednesday
Sarina: 2 to 3 p.m.
Nessa: 1 to 2 p.m.
Thursday
Christine: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Friday
Chloe: 3 to 4 p.m.
Join the SCI Peer Advisors Zoom room
Have a question? Email our Peer Advisors at SCIPeerAdvisors@pitt.edu.
Meet Your Fall 2025 Peer Advisors!
Jessica Baek
Majors: Computer Science; Data Science
“Hi, I am going into my senior year and I am the President of Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) a service fraternity and a member of Women in Computer Science (WiCS). In my free time I love to explore the city, cook, and find new restaurants!”
Aidan Brophy
Major: Digital Narrative and Interactive Design
Minors: Literature; History
Certificate: Digital Media
Peer Advisor isn't my only job — I'm a tour guide for the Nationality Rooms. Over the summer I helped the Nationality Rooms and Intercultural Exchange Programs prepare for their centennial anniversary! You may find me scouting study spots in the Cathedral, waiting for a bagel sandwich in Posvar, hiking to the Pete, or looking for parking spots.
Abby Feather
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Information Science
Certificate: Digital Media
Hi, I am Abby! I am junior majoring in computer science and a Frederick Honors student. At Pitt, I am the President of Women in Computer Science (WiCS), a Frederick Honors College Ambassador, and a Pitt Alumni Student Network Council Member. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, reading, and cooking!
Christine Glascott
Major: Information Science
Minor: Computer Science
“Hi! I am a member of Women in Computer Science (WiCS), the Official Association of Students in Information Science (OASIS), and a manager for Pitt Campus Recreation. I also serve as the Networking Coordinator and Panhellenic Representative for my sorority, Delta Phi Epsilon. Some of my hobbies include collecting vinyl records, going to concerts, drinking coffee, thrifting, and bowling!”
Chloe Herron
Majors: Digital Narrative and Interactive Design; Computer Science
Hi, I'm Chloe! and I'm a sophomore. I'm involved in the Computer Science Club, Women in Computer Science (WiCS), Outdoors Club, and the service fraternity EΣA. In my free time, you might find me walking through Schenley Park, playing video games, or writing in my journal. I'm so excited to welcome you to Pitt and help you feel at home here!
Laura Liang
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Statistics
Hi! I’m a junior majoring in computer science and minoring in applied statistics. I am the vice president of Women in Computer Science (WiCS) and a member of the Computer Science Club (CSC). In my free time, I enjoy drawing, listening to music, solving puzzles, and exploring the city!
Nessa Purohit
Major: Information Science
Hi, I'm Nessa! In addition to being a SCI Peer Advisor, I am also a Resident Assistant in Forbes Hall, Peer Facilitator of the Panther Leadership Academy, Blue and Gold Society ambassador, and an OCC Ambassador as well. I love going on walks, spending time with family & friends, listening to music, and exploring the city!
Sarina Saran
Majors: Computer Science; Media and Professional Communications
Minor: Applied Fitness
"Hi! I am a senior at Pitt, and this is my third year as a peer advisor. Outside classes, you'll find me around campus giving tours as a Pathfinder and teaching strength classes as a group fitness instructor. I also love trying new restaurants, traveling the world, and finding discounted tickets to concerts and musicals!"
SCI Advisor Contact Information
You can see your advisor’s open availability in Navigate. If you do not see availability, please send your advisor an email or visit their office hours.
Anna Hermann, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
amh482@pitt.edu | 412-648-8888 | Information Sciences Building, Room 510
Emily Park, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
erp109@pitt.edu | 412-624-0837 | Information Sciences Building, Room 504
Jen Gentzel, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
jlg238@pitt.edu | 412-383-0363 | Information Sciences Building, Room 507
John Faulkner, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
jcf135@pitt.edu | 412-383-2236 | Information Sciences Building, Room 506
Kristine Pugliese, Undergraduate Academic Advisor
krp115@pitt.edu | 412-383-2290 | Information Sciences Building, Room 505
Rachel Parkes, Director of Academic Advising
rapark@pitt.edu | 412-383-0646 | Information Sciences Building, Room 509