Apitchaya Pimpawathin

When did you join Student Academic Affairs? 
October 18, 2021

What was your path to Student Academic Affairs? 
Prior to joining SAA, I worked at the University of Maryland, College Park in academic advising and academic affairs supporting students and faculty in social sciences and STEM units. In my previous role at Maryland, I was involved in technology implementation projects at the campus level -- the work sits at the intersection of student success and technology.

Why did you join SAA? 
I have a deep appreciation for thinking creatively about ways to support students. Joining SAA in this role allows me to leverage my background in advising, academic policy, curriculum, and technology to help students and make a large-scale impact. SAA is a place where I can make meaningful contributions and at the same time, continue to grow and learn.

Subject you love and why? 
At the moment, I love learning about how our brains and bodies make decisions.

Interests and hobbies:
Field hockey, hiking road trips, and food (especially spicy).