Academic Success Coaching
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Your how-to guide to navigating college.
Our coaches work one-on-one with you to create a personal, goal-oriented action plan to reach your goals. They'll help you set achievable goals, improve your time management skills and teach you effective study habits. With their help, you can gain the skills you need to be successful in college and beyond.
Meet Your Coaches
Sam and Aliza are here to help you rise! Stop by the Learning Center or book an appointment to learn about some tips and strategies that you can use to be successful in college and beyond.
Sam Lee
Hi everyone! I have been working as an Academic Success Coach at UW-Green Bay since January 2021. Previously, I worked in education for ten years as a high school science teacher, instructional coach and administrator.
As an educator, I enjoyed my opportunities working with students to break down science concepts, increase science vocabulary and develop lab skills. As an Academic Success Coach, I strive to help students become more successful, whether it is to manage their time, become more organized or develop efficient study habits.
Aliza Buyarski
Hi everyone! I’m thrilled to be part of the UW-Green Bay community as an Academic Success Coach, a role I’ve been proud to embrace since June 2023. Before joining the team, I spent 16 years working in healthcare as an occupational therapist, taught as an adjunct professor, and ran my own ADHD coaching business. These experiences have shaped my passion for helping students tap into their strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals—both inside and outside the classroom!
As an Academic Success Coach, my mission is to support students in discovering their full potential and building the confidence they need to thrive—not just during college, but wherever their paths lead!
Shane Gassaway
Hi everyone! I have been working as an Academic Success Coach at UW-Green Bay since July 2025. Before joining UWGB, I spent over ten years in higher education as a tutor, academic coach, and professor.
Throughout my career, I’ve enjoyed helping students navigate their academic journeys by creating personalized strategies that fit their unique goals and challenges. As an Academic Success Coach, I focus on empowering students so that they can tackle the challenges they face in college. My greatest reward is seeing students grow and succeed.
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"It's just natural to seek help from others. Academic Success Coaching has really helped me out. I was procrastinating constantly on my assignments. They really helped me space out my study periods and get me on track. My grades improved a lot, and with better time management, I was able to spend less time worrying and doing my assignments."
Pedro Gonzalez-Padilla
Computer Science Major
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Sam Lee, Aliza Buyarski, and Shane Gassaway are here for your success. Have questions? They're here to help!