Hello everyone, my name is Melyssa Hernandez and I am a Peer Mentor in the Center for Academic Success and Transition. I’m here with the third post to continue our series in introducing the Success Coaches. 

Taylor Duke

I would like to introduce our Success Coach Taylor Duke. She is studying to get her Masters in Science in Mental Health Counseling. When I asked her why she chose Missouri State she responded saying she was from Springfield and knew a lot of people going to MSU. 

One tip that she had for First-generation students was to not be afraid to ask questions! I think this is a great tip because students can be afraid to ask questions or ask for assistance. Faculty and staff are here to support you in all of your endeavors. Missouri State has a lot of great resources on campus to gain new information. One great resource to utilize would be a Success Coach! Taylor shared that a Success Coach is great to have someone there for you. They provide assistance and overall a positive effect to support your goals and college experience. 

Lastly when I asked Taylor for a personal slogan she said “Life’s what you make it.”

Temi Adeyemi

Next, I would like to introduce our Success Coach Temi Adeyemi. She is pursuing her Masters in Project Management with a certificate in Data Analysis. When I asked her why she chose Missouri State she shared that the coaching position stood out to her and she wanted to be a part of the student’s success stories. GA positions are great opportunities for personal development but to give back to the students as well.

She also promoted meeting with a Success Coach to gain an accountability partner. This accountability partner is someone in your corner who can help you with many skills including time management and studying tips. She also recommended meeting with a Peer Mentor because they are colleagues that are on the same level as you are. They are able to give you a student’s point of view. She emphasizes expanding your support circle!

Lastly when I asked Temi for a personal slogan she said “Be there. Be present.”

Watch for more posts this semester introducing the rest of our Success Coaches!

~Melyssa

(Bio: My name is Melyssa Hernandez, a junior majoring in Psychology, with a minor in Child Family Development. Fun Fact: I am a triplet!)