Sociology advisors are available weekdays to assist students individually with academic planning, course selection, career pathway development and other matters related to the major and staying on course toward graduation.
Drop-In Hours
There are no drop-in hours during the summer- Check back in September for an updated drop-in hours schedule for fall quarter 2025. Appointments can be scheduled throughout the summer.
During fall, winter, and spring quarters, both staff and peer advisors are available throughout the week for drop-ins. Drop-ins are ideal for quick questions that can be answered in 10-15 minutes. For more in-depth questions, an appointment is recommended.
You can also find many answers to typical questions on our FAQ's page.
PEER ADVISOR DROP-IN HOURS
Peer Advisors are a great resource for you to discuss scheduling questions such as choosing courses, determining workload for a quarter, how to use Schedule Builder, what SOC courses are like, how to get involved in research or an honors thesis, referrals to other campus resources and MORE!
Our Peer Advisors will be back in fall 2025! Check back in September for their updated schedule.
STAFF ADVISOR DROP-IN HOURS VIA ZOOM
Sociology staff advisors are available for virtual drop-ins three times per week during fall, winter, and spring quarters. We do not hold drop-in hours during the summer, but appointments are available - see below to learn how to schedule an appointment. Check back in September for the fall drop-in hours schedule.
ADVISING APPOINTMENTS
Students can schedule an advising appointment with a sociology advisor through the OASIS appointment system. Zoom appointments are available during the summer!
Schedule an Appointment
All current students, regardless of declared major, are able to use OASIS to schedule appointments with the sociology advising office.
Note: new students starting in fall 2025 will be able to schedule appointments beginning July 1.
If you are a returning student who does not have access to OASIS, please email socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu.
Sociology Advisors
Caroline Herrod
530-752-2873
socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu
I graduated from UC Davis with a BA in Psychology and later completed my MA in Career Development. After working at a career center at another higher education institution for ten years, in 2015 I returned to UC Davis and joined the ANT, ME/SA, SOC advising team. I truly enjoy my work with students, and I am passionate about seeing them reach their goals. When I am not at work, I enjoy cooking (especially baking!), reading, and relaxing with my partner and cat family.
Kelli Sholer
530-752-4564
socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu
I've been an advisor in our advising office since 2014 and have 13 years of overall academic advising experience at UC Davis. I'm also a UCD alumni and graduated with a BS in Managerial Economics! After realizing I wanted to pursue academic advising, I completed my master's in counseling with a specialization in career counseling at Sacramento State. Therefore, I have specific enthusiasm for helping students navigate their academic and career goals by making meaningful connections between their unique interests, values, and skills. For self-care outside of work, I enjoy cooking, listening to true crime podcasts and Broadway musical soundtracks, and planning new places to travel next (once we can again) with my husband and 3 year old son.
Mishaal Barrett
530-752-3576
socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu
I joined the advising team in March 2019, and have seven years of experience in the functional area of university housing and residential education, with a focus on academic support. I am also a UC alum, I received my B.A in Psychology from UC Merced and M.A. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from New York University. I enjoy helping students navigate college and supporting your academic success. Outside of work, I am often playing video games, reading or watching mystery/crime/supernatural/fantasy books and shows, and spending quality time with my husband and our two cats.
Sociology Peer Advisors
Katie Cohen (returning in fall 2025)
socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu
I am a third year Sociology major with a general emphasis, working on a Medical Humanities minor. In addition to peer advising, I am an ambassador for the College of L&S, where I represent the college to prospective families and students (new and current). When I’m not at school, I enjoy cooking and baking, reading, and playing all sorts of board games and puzzles! I can’t wait to meet all of my Sociology peers, and I’m excited for a new year!
Bianca Arteaga (starting in fall 2025)
socantadvisor@ucdavis.edu
I am a fourth year Sociology major with a Law and Society emphasis. Outside of peer advising, I am a student assistant at the Undergraduate Research Center, where I support students in navigating research opportunities. Before becoming a peer advisor, I was also a Residential Advisor (RA)! In my free time, I love doing zumba and yoga lessons, listening to Taylor Swift, going on walks, and watching/playing sports! I’m super excited for the school year and cannot wait to meet all of my sociology peers! Go Ags! :)