About me:
After stumbling in and out of college at multiple schools, I decided to give higher education one more try as a student at TMCC in the spring of 2003, when I accepted a peer advisor position in Counseling & Academic Advisement. As a double-dose first generation college student, I changed my major seven times searching for the perfect major and career, but it turned out I had already found it as an advisor. I enjoyed the process of working with my fellow college students so much that I changed my educational goals to prepare me to become a professional Academic Advisor. After completing my Associate of Arts at TMCC, I went on to graduate with a Bachelor of General Studies with an emphasis in Biology & Theatre and a minor in English writing (in case I ever want to write plays about amoebas), a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, and a Master of Education in Learning and Technology.
I recently began working on my doctorate in instructional technology, so like many students, I am navigating the challenges of balancing school, work, and life. We've got this, though!
I try to create a welcoming and inclusive environment both in-person and virtually. I am here to support all students as they explore and pursue their educational goals, especially those dealing with uncertainty who are perhaps taking the scenic route through college as I once did. In addition to general advising, I coordinate athletics advising, working closely with our student-athletes to help them achieve their goals on and off the pitch, and I advise international students on an F-1 visa who have come to TMCC from all around the world. If you have questions, I'm here to help you find answers. Thank you for allowing me to support you on your educational journey!
Outside of work, I'm a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master, and Certified Professional Life Coach who enjoys snuggles with my dog, paddle boarding, yoga, meditation, hiking, time in nature, and reading . . . in between oh-so-very-many hours of homework.
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Contact information
My mail: tconnolly@tmcc.edu | Advising phone: 775-673-7062 | Advising contact: contactadvising.tmcc.edu
Summer 2024 Advising Hours:
- Dandini (RDMT 111) In-Person appointments: Tues, Wed, and Thurs 8 am to 2:30 pm
- Meadowood (MDWS 318) In-Person appointments: Friday & Saturday 8 am to 2:30 pm (5270 Neil Road, Reno, NV 89502)
- Virtual - Any appointment may be completed via Zoom
- NOTE: If you have scheduled an in-person appointment and are not feeling well, please log into Zoom (link in appointment reminder email) at your scheduled time to meet virtually or reschedule and feel better soon!
Cancellation / Late Policy:
A minimum of 24 hours advance notice is requested for cancellations, please. If you are late for an appointment you may be encouraged to schedule a follow-up appointment as we may not have time to review everything. We'll do our best, though.