Caree Contreras

Biography

Caree Contreras is an Academic Advisor for Life Sciences, with an emphasis on Plant and Environmental Science. Caree earned her B.S. in Education/Communication Disorders from NMSU in 1999, and an M.A. of Arts in Education Administration in 2010. She has worked at NMSU since 2007; her previous role was in Housing and Residential Life as an assignments coordinator, and she loves being a part of the Center for Academic Advising and Student Support team. Caree has lived in Las Cruces most of her life (Go Bulldawgs!), loves to travel whenever possible, and enjoys studying history. She is a lifelong learner, and when not advising students she can likely be found at a bookstore or catching up on pop culture events.

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Why did you decide to become an Academic Advisor?

As a person who has always been (and is always still) trying to figure out What to Be When They Grow Up, advising is a great fit to help others try to find that fit. Guiding and working with students to determine their genuine interests is inspiring, and seeing them find their best fit and move into the professional world is inspiring.

Did you face any challenges while in college?

Recognizing that my originally selected major was not the career choice for my future was an incredible challenge. However, I finished my degree and then embarked on a series of opportunities in various cities, which provided me with a more well-rounded life experience. I then returned to NMSU and obtained another degree, and continue to learn as I move through my professional career.