Meet the Peer College Advisors

Meet our Peer College Advisors, a dedicated group of experienced students ready to support and guide you on your academic journey. These Peer College Advisors, who have successfully navigated the challenges of college life, are here to share insights, provide helpful tips, and offer a student's perspective on course selection, time management, and campus resources. Whether you're a First-Year student looking to navigate your first semester or a returning student seeking additional guidance, our Peer College Advisors are a valuable resource committed to helping you thrive academically.

The Peer College Advisors are available for drop-in meetings in Mussafer Hall as well as 1-on-1 virtual appointments.

  • Drop in to meet with a Peer college Advisor in Mussafer Hall (building #9) Monday through Friday between 11-3:30PM.
  • Visit this link, https://calendly.com/d/3y5-943-dpk, to schedule a 1-on-1 virtual appointment with a Peer College Advisor.

Engage with them to gain personalized advice, connect with your academic community, and make the most of your time at Tulane.

Cooper Bruce

Cooper Bruce is a sophomore studying Neuroscience. His current aspirations after college are to attend an MD-PhD program to become a clinical researcher. Cooper is very active on and off campus as a volunteer and as a member of various athletic, educational, and cultural clubs.

Alice Carey

Alice Carey is from Chicago and is an undecided business major. She is a member of the Chi Omega sorority and TUSTEP and is an after-school teacher! Alice would love to help with any questions you may have. 

Liza Cisneros (she/her)

Liza is a Junior majoring in International Relations and Homeland Security. In addition to being a Peer Advisor, she is a Wave of Support Intern and part of the executive board for Tulane for UNICEF. In her free time, Liza enjoys going to the gym, running, listening to music, cooking, and painting.

Keira Kurtz (she/her/hers)

Keira is majoring in Public Health and minoring in Psychology and SLAM. She is the Executive Director of the Swim4Success club, works as a swim instructor, and has worked as an epidemiology research assistant and Waveleader on campus. Keira is from the Bay Area in California and wants to work in healthcare management. Her favorite coffee shop in New Orleans is French Truck Coffee.

Nicole Luna

Nicole is a senior majoring in Public Health on the Pre-med track. After graduation, she will complete her MSPH in nutrition at Tulane and then apply to medical school. In addition to being a peer advisor on campus, Nicole is also a Green Wave Ambassador, Transfer Student Ambassador and Mentor, honor board member, and research assistant in the Department of Tropical Medicine. Outside of school, she works as a 911 EMT in Jefferson Parish.

Yasmine McDonald (she/her)

Yasmine is currently a Junior at Tulane, pursuing a Neuroscience degree with a minor in Public Health on the pre-med track. Outside of peer advising, Yasmine is a Resident Advisor and a research assistant at the Tulane school of Medicine. During her free time, Yasmine enjoys reading, painting, and spending time with family and friends!

Bethany Milner (she/her/hers)

Bethany Milner is a Junior majoring in Communication and Digital Media Practices with a minor in Strategy, Leadership, and Analytics (SLAM) on the Pre-Law Track. Along with being a Peer Advisor, Bethany is President of the Black Student Union and Multicultural Council, a Resident Advisor, and a tutor in the Athletic Services Center. 

Morgan Peister (he/him/his)

Morgan is a junior from Kansas City. He is pursuing a dual degree in Cell & Molecular Biology and Linguistics, with a coordinate major in Cognitive Studies and is on the pre-med track. Morgan currently serves as the Kappa Kappa Psi Vice President of Membership and is a section leader in the Tulane Marching Band. He also works at the Hub and serves as a TIDES Peer Mentor. 

Lilly Shepherd (she/her)

Lilly Shepherd is a junior at Tulane. She is a major in Neuroscience with minors in Philosophy and Religious Studies, and is a pre-med student. In addition to being a Peer Advisor, Lilly is also a Peer Mentor for a first-year TIDES course and involved in several on- and off-campus organizations! Lilly is originally from Columbus OH and is a big Buckeyes fan.