SUPPORTING STUDENT SUCCESS THROUGH PARTNERSHIP

The Office of Student Success partners with students and faculty to ensure every arts student thrives academically.

We provide personalized academic advising, connect students to essential resources, and work closely with faculty to support student retention and graduation. Whether you're a student planning your path or a faculty member seeking support for your students, we're here to help. 

More Details

JASON BARKEMEYER

Executive Director for Student Success 

jpbarkemeyer@uh.edu

Advises: Photo | Video, BFA

Schedule an appointment

 

STACIA MORGAN DUNN 

Assistant Director for Student Success 

slmorgan@uh.edu

Advises: Performance BM, Music Therapy BMT, Music Minors, Music MM, Graduate Music Certificates

Schedule an appointment

 

BANSARI MOFFE

Academic Advisor III

bamoffe@central.uh.edu

Advises: Art BA

Schedule an appointment

 

MICHELLE GUTIERREZ

Academic Advisor II

mgutie25@central.uh.edu

Advises: Graphic Design BFA, Arts Leadership MA, Graduate Arts Leadership Certificates

Schedule an appointment

 

ERIKA JIMENEZ 

Academic Advisor II

esalinas@central.uh.edu

Advises: Theatre BFA, Dance BFA/BA, Art History MA/BA, Dance Minors, Interdisciplinary Arts Minors, Musical Theatre Minors

Schedule an appointment

 

JEB MUELLER

Academic Advisor II

jmuelle3@central.uh.edu

Advises: Graphic Design BFA, Music BA/BM, Music DMA

Schedule an appointment

 

ALLISON WATSON

Academic Advisor II

anwatson2@uh.edu

Advises: Painting BFA, Sculpture BFA, Art MFA, Studio Art Minors

Schedule an appointment

  • Academic Planning & Course Selection
    • Explore majors and plan your coursework strategically
    • Set academic goals that align with your career aspirations
    • Navigate degree requirements and graduation timelines
  • Ongoing Support & Check-ins
    • Regular meetings to keep you on track toward graduation
    • Early intervention when academic challenges arise
    • Goal-setting and strategic planning for your college experience
  • Academic Recovery & Second Chances
    • Individualized support for students facing academic difficulties
    • Tools and strategies for reflection, recovery, and re-engagement
    • Personalized plans to get back on track
  • Campus Resource Connections
    • Links to tutoring, financial aid, career services, and student life
    • Help finding the right resources at the right time
    • Advocacy and support navigating university systems 

  • Student Support Collaboration
    • Early alert systems for students facing academic challenges
    • Consultation on student academic progress and intervention strategies
    • Coordination of support services for students in your courses
  • Academic Policy & Procedure Support
    • Guidance on academic standing policies and procedures
    • Support for incomplete grade resolutions and academic recovery plans
    • Assistance with academic accommodation implementation
  • Enrollment, Retention & Graduation Support
    • Enrollment trend analysis and reporting for strategic planning
    • Retention data tracking and intervention planning
    • Graduation rate monitoring and improvement strategies
    • Academic success metrics and benchmarking across programs
  • Curriculum Planning & Enrollment Data
    • Course enrollment patterns and capacity planning
    • Student progression analysis through degree requirements
    • Data support for curriculum development and revision
    • Academic pathway optimization based on student success outcomes
    • Program demand forecasting and resource allocation
  • Faculty Partnership & Communication
    • Quick pathways to refer students for academic support
    • Coordination with disability services, counseling, and tutoring centers
    • Collaborative planning for student retention strategies
  • Administrative & Strategic Support
    • Student progress reporting and analytics
    • Policy development consultation for student success initiatives
    • Emergency support coordination through CoogsCARE referrals
    • Institutional effectiveness data and compliance reporting 

The College of the Arts offers degrees at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Due to the variety of degrees and programs offered, students are advised to consult the Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalogs for specific information about all degree requirements.

Undergraduate Programs

  • School of Art Programs
    • Bachelor of Arts
      • Art History, BA
      • Art, BA
    • Bachelor of Fine Arts
      • Graphic Design, BFA
      • Painting, BFA
      • Photo | Video, BFA
      • Sculpture, BFA
    • Minor
      • Art History for Other Majors Minor
      • Art History for Studio Art or Art Majors Minor
      • Arts (Studio) Minor
      • Interdisciplinary Arts Minor
  • Moores School of Music Programs
    • Bachelor of Arts in Music
    • Bachelor of Music
      • Elective Studies in Music Education, BM
      • Elective Studies in Music Marketing, BM
      • Elective Studies in Nonprofit Leadership, BM
      • Music Composition, BM
      • Music Theory, BM
      • Performance, BM
    • Bachelor of Music Therapy, BMT
    • Minors
      • Music Literature/History Minor
      • Music Theory Minor
  • School of Theatre & Dance Programs
    • Bachelor of Arts
      • Dance, BA
    • Bachelor of FIne Arts 
      • Dance, BFA
      • Theatre, BFA
    • Minor
      • Dance Minor
      • Musical Theatre Minor (beginning Fall 2026)
    • Certificate
      • Dance Certification
    • Other KGMCA Programs
      • College of the Arts - Experience Track
      • CotA Teacher Certification Program

Graduate Programs

  • School of Art
    • Art, MA
    • Arts Leadership, MA
    • Art, MFA
    • Arts and Health Online Certificate
    • Film & Media Production & Leadership Graduate Certificate
    • Museum & Gallery Management Online Certificate
  • Moores School of Music
    • Certificate in Music Performance, CMP
    • Music, MM
    • Music, DMA
  • School of Theatre & Dance
    • Theatre, MA
    • Theatre, MFA


Ready to visit? See our facilities, box office, parking, and more to plan your trip.

Visit Us ➜

Want the latest news, events, updates, or to connect with us about admissions?
Join our community by signing up below.

Connect & Subscribe ➜