Meet Our Exploratory Advising Team

The Exploratory Advising Team at Kansas State supports students who are exploring majors, transitioning between programs, or navigating academic decisions. Our advisors provide personalized guidance to help students choose strategic courses, engage in hands-on learning, and confidently explore their academic and career options.

Photo Advisor Name, Student Population, Email Address, & Bio

A professional photo of Olivia, a white woman with long brown hair.

Olivia Miller
Works with students transitioning into and out of the College of Arts & Sciences, the College of Education, the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, and Exploratory Studies.

Email address: orm0708@k-state.edu

Professional photo of Stephanie Rose, a white woman with short brown hair and glasses.

Stephanie Rose
Works with students transitioning into and out of the College of Agriculture, the College of Architecture, Planning, & Design, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Health & Human Sciences.

Email Address: stephrose@k-state.edu

Kayleigh Smith

Kayleigh Smith
Works with students transitioning into and out of Exploratory Studies.

Email Address: kayleighs@k-state.edu

A professional photo of Beth, a white woman with shoulder length red hair.

Beth Stuewe
Works with students transitioning into and out of Online Exploratory Studies.

Email address: bas9995@k-state.edu

Meet Our Pre-Professional & Exploratory Staff

Each staff member listed below plays a unique role in supporting our office and pre-professional students. Review the table to learn who to contact based on your needs, and feel free to reach out with any questions.

Photo
Name, Position, and E-mail Address
A professional photo of Jared, a white man with short brown hair and a short beard. Jared Meitler
Director
jmeitler@k-state.edu

Stephanie Rose's headshot.

 Amanda Reichenberger
Recruitment Coordinator
areich@k-state.edu

Stephanie Rose's headshot.

 Ashley Whaley
Academic Program Specialist
ashleywhaley@k-state.edu

Pre-Professional and Exploratory Advising Center
114 Berney Family Welcome Center
705 N. MLK Jr. Dr.
Manhattan, KS 66506
785-532-3371
ppac@k-state.edu

Drop-In Exploratory Advising Hours:

  • Connect with one of our Peer Advisors
    • 9:00AM-4:00PM (Monday-Friday)
  • Advising availability by appointment only during breaks

Students should enter through the North side of the building (closest to the Union) and check-in at the Career Center desk for drop-in advising!