Justin Coloyan

I’m a higher education professional passionate about supporting undergraduate students as they navigate their academic journeys. I enjoy helping students plan for success, explore opportunities, and overcome challenges, all while fostering a positive and inclusive campus environment. Outside of higher education, I’m also a self-published author, which reflects my love for storytelling, initiative, and seeing projects through from start to finish.

Over 4 years of experience in academic advising and financial aid counseling, supporting student retention and degree completion.

Skilled in student success planning, degree progress evaluation, and navigating complex university policies.

Experienced in managing high-volume student caseloads, conducting one-on-one advising sessions, and collaborating with multiple campus departments.

Demonstrated project management and communication skills through authoring and self-publishing a novel with 200+ copies sold on Amazon.

Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English from Notre Dame de Namur University, with a strong foundation in communication, writing, and critical thinking—skills that support my work in higher education and advising.