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Academic Advising

Our Advisors and Staff

Kayla Whitaker

Title: Exploratory Advisor I
Department: Office of Exploratory Advising & Academic Coaching
Academic Advising
Email: kayla.whitaker@sc.edu
Phone: 803-544-1333
Office: Close Hipp Suite 381

Education

B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies, Coker University
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration, Columbia College

Background

Hometown: Hampton, VA

About Me: While my family and I are originally from the Hampton Roads area in Virginia, I attended middle and high school here in Columbia, SC! In my free time, I enjoy reading, traveling, trying new foods, spending time with my friends, family, and my fur baby Kobe. Music is a huge part of my day (there's always some playing nearby me). I'm passionate about helping students feel seen, supported, and connected on campus. 

Favorite quote: "Greatness is not measured by what a man or woman accomplishes, but by the opposition he or she has overcome to reach his goals." - Dorothy Height

Advice to Stduents: Don't put pressure on yourself to have everything figured out immediately. Get involved, ask questions, build genuine connections, and give yourself grace while you grow. 

 


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