Connect with a Transitional Guide

If you are an incoming first-year or transfer student, Transitional Guides serve as your primary point of contact. They offer you transitional support and guidance, and they play a crucial role in connecting you to university life and preparing you for foundational coursework success.

Service Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m

Address

1306 Stanford Drive
Whitten University Center, 2nd floor, Suite 2275
Coral Gables, FL 33146

Email

transitionaladvising@miami.edu

Meet Our Team

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Anna Grinfeder

Executive Director, Student Success & Transitions

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Shirley Rodriguez

Associate Director, Student Success & Transitions
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Nora Gay-Betton

Assistant Director, Student Success & Transitions
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Nicole Maarraoui

Director, Student Success & Programs
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Brandi Taylor

Senior Transitional Guide

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Noel Nunez

Senior Transitional Guide
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Leandra Rios

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Serene Khilnani

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Ryan Hernandez

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Anna Alfano

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Bervely Joseph

Transitional Guide
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The Office of Transitional Guides

Appointment Checklist

Get ready for your Transitional Guide appointment using this step-by-step checklist.
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Resources

Explore a curated collection of tools and links to support your journey through the onboarding process.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the most common questions we get from newly admitted first-year students.
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Transitional Guide Role and Responsibilities:

  • Onboard new students
  • Review and guide academic program selection
  • Guide first semester academic planning
  • Provide registration tutorials and guidance
  • Introduce policies and procedures​
  • Train on University of Miami student systems
  • Empower students to take ownership of their academic journey
  • Handoff to Cane Navigator upon student arrival to campus

Student Journey Map

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