Yasja Hemmings, They/Them/Theirs

Academic & Career Exploration Coach

Biography

CliftonStrengths: Empathy, Relator, Consistency, Learner, Responsibility

Yasja Hemmings is an Academic and Career Exploration (ACE) Coach who primarily works with first and second-year exploratory scholars to pinpoint a major and/or career that aligns with their interests, personality, passions, etc—these interactions happen in both individual and group settings. They also teach a first-year studies course each fall. Prior to becoming an ACE Coach, Yasja served as a Hall Director for University Housing here at UTK for two years. Yasja is a Safe Zone Facilitator and a Professional Fellow for the Pride Center.  

Responsibilities: Academic & Career Exploration

Education

M.Ed. in Higher Education – Student Affairs—Iowa State University 

B.A. in Psychology, minor in Leadership Studies – University of South Florida