Jen has a Bachelor's degree from Oswego State University in Communications and Russian
and a Masters from St. Lawrence University in Counseling and Human Development. Jen
has been advising students for over 20 years. As an active member of NACADA , she
is passionate about the profession of advising and the positive impact it has on student
success.
Favorite Movie Snack: Popcorn with tons of butter Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Schitt's Creek and Bridgerton Dream Vacation: Anywhere in Asia Pets: Dog - Wanda and a Cat - Tommy
Meghan Crist
Meghan Crist, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Advising
Meghan is a Watson College alumnae with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
and a master’s degree in Systems Engineering, both from Binghamton University. She
worked as a Systems Engineering for 8 years before becoming an Academic Advisor. Meghan
is an advocate and a mentor for all students and is involved with both the Society
of Women Engineers and Girls Who Code on campus.
Favorite Movie Snack: Popcorn with M&Ms mixed in Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Parks & Rec or The Office Dream Vacation: National Parks Roadtrip Pets: 2 dogs, Chewie and Bindi, big orange cat, Merry, and 5 chickens! Class Superlative: Most School Spirit
Shira is a double Binghamton alumni with a bachelor’s degree in Human Development
and a master’s degree in Student Affairs Administration. She has worked in various
roles at different colleges and has a love for advising students and serving as an
advocate for them.
Favorite Movie Snack: Popcorn with cookie dough candy mixed in Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Friends, Parks & Rec, or The Office Dream Vacation: Scotland (going for my honeymoon!) What Would You Bring to a Potluck: Oreo balls Class Superlative: Most likely to brighten your day
Rachel received their Bachelors in Media Studies from UC Berkeley and their Masters
in Higher Education: Student Affairs from University of Redlands. They have worked
at BU as a Resident Director since 2021, working in the Mountainview, College in the
Woods, and Newing communities. They are an out member of the LGBTQ+ community and
are an advocate for students of color and LGBTQ+ students.
Favorite Movie Snack: Popcorn Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Abbott Elementary Dream Vacation: Northern Lights or Jamaica Class Superlative: Most likely to quietly take over the world
Sophie Ryan
Sophie Ryan, Graduate Student Assistant
Pronouns: She/Her
Sophie has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Utah in English Teaching with
a focus in secondary education and a Master’s in Student Affairs Administration from
Binghamton University. Sophie has experience in community engagement and outreach,
advising, and career consulting. She also has research interests including students
with disabilities in higher education, community engagement among faculty as well
as student mental health in local Broome county school districts.
Favorite Movie Snack: Brownies Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Modern Family Dream Vacation: Lake Como, Italy Pets: Loki (Bernedoodle) & Machiavelli (Kitten!)
Tetiana has worked on campus since 2018, she started in Campus Mail Services. They
are an open member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and are passionate about inclusion and
labor rights.
Favorite Movie Snack: Raisinets Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power Dream Vacation: Iceland for the black sand beaches and somewhere in Scandinavia to see the Northern
Lights What Would You Bring to a Potluck: Something to fill a niche the other dishes don't
Peer Advisors
What Are Peer Advisors?
They're engineering and computer science students just like you.
Peer advisers are typically stationed at the front desk as you enter the Watson College
Advising Office.
These students have received special training to help you work through the experience
of being a Watson College student. They have a deep knowledge of the campus, including
our academic support systems, registration processes and policies, and how to navigate
academic departments. They also know where to go for answers and will save you time
and effort by pointing you in the right direction and making knowledgeable referrals.
From filling out forms to filling up a meal card, they've experienced Watson College
from the inside. And if you need to complete a form, they're also helpful in directing
you to the correct one to fill your need.
Peer advisers are usually rising juniors or seniors who have already experienced much
of what you will go through as a student. They are selected for their strong communications
skills, capacity for discretion, diplomacy, and resourcefulness.
Molly Doran, Head Peer
Molly Dorn
Pronouns: She/Her
Molly is a senior majoring in Industrial Science and Engineering. This summer she
interned for the Yonkers Department of Public Works to assess the city's recycling
processes. On campus, Molly is eager to participate in all programs that advocate
for women in STEM and is a member of the Professional Engineering Sorority, Alpha
Omega Epsilon. She is also interested in promoting social justice on campus and has
participated in our Women’s March and Pride March.
Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Never Have I Ever Dream Vacation: Brighton, England What I would bring to the potluck: Buffalo Chicken Dip Class Superlative: Most likely to cry happy tears
Nicholas Bustamante
Nico Bustamante
Pronouns: He/Him
Nicholas is a senior studying Computer Engineering from Queens, New York. He’s the
President of the Student Organization the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
(SHPE) which leads hispanics in STEM in finding jobs, internships, and a community
to be a part of on Campus. Over the summer Nico interned at Jaros, Baum, and Bolles
(JB&B), an engineering consulting firm, as an electrical engineer.
Favorite Movie Snack: Honey Roasted Nuts Favorite Bingeable TV Show: King of the Hill or One Piece Dream Vacation: Carnavales de Columbia Class Superlative: Most Talkative
Sarah Horvath
Sarah Horvath
Pronouns: She/Her
Sarah is a sophomore studying Computer Science. Currently, Sarah is a Student Ambassador
Program Supervisor, a Residential Computer Consultant, the Director of Shabbat Experience
at Hillel, and the Vice President of Internal Affairs for Alpha Omega Epsilon, Watson's
professional engineering sorority.
Wendy Jiang
Wendy Jiang
Pronouns: She/Her
Wendy is a sophomore studying Industrial and System Engineering. She's a part of SASE
at Binghamton and is in charge of the multimedia chair. Over the summer, Wendy worked
as a barista and spent time with her friends and family.
Favorite Movie Snack: Jalapeno cheetos Favorite TV show to binge: Bloodhounds (kdrama) Dream Vacation: Maldives What would you bring to potluck: Sushi
Mishu Kaur
Mishu Kaur
Pronouns: She/Her
Mishu is a junior majoring in computer science. This past summer she interned at Capital
One as a software engineering intern and explored DC. She is passionate about increasing
diversity in tech and on campus is the Vice President of Programming at Girls Who
Code.
Favorite Movie Snack: Ben & Jerrys Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Gossip Girl Dream Vacation: Literally anywhere as long as it's not a resort -- I'd rather learn about the place
and the people What Would You Like to Bring to a Potluck: Penne Alla Vodka
Jaden Keener
Jaden Keener
Pronouns: She/Her
Jaden is a Junior studying Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Sustainable Engineering.
She's an Undergraduate Course Assistant (UCA) for EDD 103/104, and is also part of
many clubs on campus such as SWE and Topsoccer. In her free time, Jaden loves being
outside, hiking, listening to music, and hanging out with friends and family!
Krish Varati
Krish Varati
Pronouns: He/Him
Krish is a senior studying Computer Engineering. He is an international transfer student
from India. He becomes more of a talker than a listener when it comes to the NBA,
F1, and FPS games. Krish is an active member of the professional engineering fraternity,
Theta Tau.
Tyler Zierer
Tyler Zierer
Pronouns: He/Him
Tyler is a Senior studying Mechanical Engineering from Niskayuna, NY. He is involved
on campus with Binghamton Motorsports and the Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity.
You can find him off campus often exploring nature via local mountain bike trails
or skiing. This summer Tyler is working for the Department of Defence and taking weekend
trips around the East Coast.
Favorite Movie Snack: Chips and Guacamole Favorite Bingeable TV Show: Gravity Falls Dream Vacation: European Road Trip What Would You Bring to a Potluck: Enchiladas
Interested in becoming a Peer Advisor? Keep your eye out for the application on Handshake
in the spring semester!
