College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Advisors

Jesse Day Student Success Professional (931) 221-7141 dayj@apsu.edu  Education: Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of Kentucky and a Masters in Leadership Science from Austin Peay State University  Majors Advised: Computer Information Technology Major/Computer Networking and Web and Database Concentrations, Engineering Physics, Engineering Technology, and Physics/Astrophysics Concentration Location: Sundquist Science Complex SSC E107-B Schedule Appointment

With more than 13 years of experience in higher education, Jesse Day has been working with students to be successful. Jesse relocated to Clarksville in August 2022 to serve as the Co-STEM Advisor at APSU and is now the Student Success Professional for the department. He previously served as the lead STEM Advisor at Lorain County Community College in Lorain, OH. Jesse also served as a Student Success Coach before becoming an Advisor. Jesse earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Kentucky, and a Master's Degree from Austin Peay State University. Jesse is passionate about providing students with genuine and quality advising to prepare them for their future. When he is not advising students, Jesse can be found on the football field or basketball court as a High School Official.

Anthea C. Saez Academic Advisor (931) 221-6584 saeza@apsu.edu  Education: Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and Master of Science in Animal Science at Purdue University.  From NC State a Masters in Crop Science. Majors Advised: Agriculture, Biology, and Earth and Environmental Sciences Location: McReynolds 104A  Schedule Appointment

Anthea C. Saez joined the CO STEM Student Success team as an academic advisor in September 2022. She previously worked in the natural dyeing/textile industry as an agricultural research associate within the R&D department in Springfield, TN. Before moving to Clarksville, Anthea worked as a high school science teacher at Harmony Science Academy in El Paso, TX, and as a success coach and adjunct professor for biology at Central Carolina Community College in NC. Anthea's graduate studies included research experience within large animal food safety (microbiology), agricultural education and curriculum development, and research project management experience, including international research in Costa Rica and Honduras within an animal science food safety and food security setting.

Rachel Carlson Academic Advisor (931) 221-7115 carlsonr@apsu.edu  Education: Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Master of Education in Adult and Higher Education from South Dakota State University Major Advised: General Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems, and Cybersecurity Location: Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building Room 230 Schedule Appointment

Rachel Carlson has lived in Clarksville for 10 years and began her career at Austin Peay in 2021. Her professional experience includes being a research faculty member for Florida State University, an assistant research coordinator for the University of Minnesota, and serving eight years in the United States Army Reserves as a Medical Plans Officer. She loves working with college students and helping them plan for and reach their academic and life goals.

Brooke Gibson is a second year Student Success College Possible Coach. She graduated in May 2022 with a Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Organizational Administration and minors in Psychology and Communication Arts. During her time as an undergraduate student at Austin Peay, she was very involved on campus. She has previously worked on campus for the department of Information Technology, was a Peer Leader in UNIV 1000, and worked as a Resident Assistant. She is excited to meet students and assist them through their college experience.

Donte Hobbs College Possible Coach (931) 221-6086 hobbsd1@apsu.edu  Location: McReynolds 109

Donte Hobbs is in his first year as a College Possible Success Coach. Donte earned his bachelor’s degree in computer information systems with a Concentration in Information Assurance and Security in August 2024. As a Student, Donte worked with many student organizations and has picked up a wealth of knowledge that he will be happy to pass out to his students! Ask Donte about how to get involved and he will be happy to share any information that he has and if he doesn’t know at the time he will get back to you!