Tiffany Phillips serves as a senior academic advisor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa.  She has been at the University of Iowa for nearly 8 years.  Previously to her position at the university, Tiffany worked at the community college level as an advisor in the TRIO SSS program and as an online coordinator and advisor. Additionally, she also worked at a private institution as the director of student activities and started her career in higher education as an admissions counselor.

Tiffany holds a BA in community sociology with a minor in psychology and a leadership certificate from Wartburg College and Master of Higher Education Administration with a leadership emphasis from Upper Iowa University.

Why I advise

"I am focused on meeting students where they are. Students come in at different levels with different skills and abilities. I enjoy watching them grow, adapt, and persist in their academic journey. As a first-generation student myself, I remember trying to navigate the complex college system. I was often confused, overwhelmed, and didn’t know where to turn to for help. As an advisor, I want to be able to help my advisees achieve their academic and career goals by connecting them to campus resources, empowering them to seek out value added experiences like internships and research, to be a safe space for them to express ideas and ask questions, and so much more. I appreciate being able to work with students in a pivotal time in their lives."