What classes should I take next semester? How many AU Core courses do I need? Can you help me choose a major? What are some helpful resources? What classes should an undecided student take?

Choosing classes and majors are big life decisions, and sometimes they can be overwhelming. With this in mind, the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office has three wonderful peer advisors this academic year who can help other students by sharing their experiences, providing insights, and responding to questions and concerns.

CAS peer advisors work primarily with second year and undecided students. They help students choose classes and majors that suit their interests, provide information on academic policies and procedures, and make referrals to campus resources. They also provide academic information from their own experiences and perspectives. They advise students on the "real deal" when it comes to making decisions and utilizing everything that AU has to offer.

Meet the CAS 2023-24 Peer Advisors

Isabella Brooke History ‘24

Isabella is a senior at AU majoring in History and minoring in International Studies. She is also a member of the AU Honors Program and a TA for an honors sophomore research course and a part of the CAS LEAD program. As an extracurricular on campus, Isabella is the President of the AU Body Neutrality Coalition and has also worked with Sunrise AU and different climate‐based organizations on campus. Outside of school, you can find Isabella drinking iced lattes with friends. Her biggest passion is traveling around the world and meeting new people! She loves concerts, reading, pop culture, and trying new cafes and restaurants across DC. Isabella speaks French and hopes to continue traveling after graduation and work in social work and human rights.

Meg ColeBiology ’26

Meg Cole is a Sophomore from Cleveland, Ohio, majoring in Biology on the premedical track. Outside peer advising, she is a member and equipment manager of the club rowing team. In her free time, Meg loves to go on hikes, crochet, and explore the DC area, especially new restaurants!