Advising Opportunities Schedule an appointment  to meet with me virtually or in person. In-person appointments are at the  GRCC Lakeshore Campus in Holland MI. Appointment Assistance:   Text your name and student ID to (616) 404-0044 or call us at (616) 234-3900 . How to make an Academic Advising Appointment Check 14 days out for most availability on my Navigate calendar. For non-urgent questions or issues that do not require a half hour appointment, please email me azusenanevares@grcc.edu or phone (616) 234-3900 Advising Opportunities en Español  Puedo ayudarte a navegar la selección de clases, la planificación académica y de transferencias, los requisitos de graduación e incluso la exploración de carreras. Actualmente ofrezco citas virtuales para ayudarte a tener éxito. Agenda una cita conmigo . Winter 2026 Hours:  Tuesday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Virtual Only) Wednesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.  Utilize self-help resources to choose classes!  How do I choose my classes after my first semester? How do I choose classes using transfer tools? How do I choose classes using the GRCC catalog? About me Azusena (Suzy) Nevares is passionate about assisting students along their educational journey. She began her journey with GRCC as a first-generation college student. After graduating college, she then became a GRCC Student Success Coach in 2016, and became the first admissions recruiter for our Lakeshore Campus in 2019.  Suzy is also bilingual in English and Spanish and works closely with our Spanish-speaking community. Suzy’s current role as an academic advisor has her connecting with students across Ottawa, Allegan and Kent County. She guides students with class recommendations to assure students are on the right path to achieving their educational goal. Degrees and Certifications Grand Rapids Community College, Substance Abuse Certificate, 2020-2021 Western Michigan University, Masters of Social Work (MSW), 2017-2018 Western Michigan University, Bachelor of Social Work, 2014-2016 Grand Rapids Community College Associate of Arts (AA), 2011-2014

Alissa Gorsky joined GRCC as lead graphic designer in January 2019, bringing more than 10 years’ experience in higher education design work, including serving as senior graphic designer for Lone Star College in Texas and graphic designer for Ferris State University. Gorsky is a graduate of Ferris State with a bachelor’s degree in visual design and web media, and a master’s degree in business administration and a certificate in project management. Gorsky is a graduate of the Lone Star College and Ferris State University leadership development programs. Her higher education design efforts have been focused on building and maintaining brands, developing awareness, recruiting and retaining students, supporting programs, and designing and implementing communication strategies with integrated print, web and other digital media.

Let's Connect! If you need help determining which courses you should take, please choose one of the following: Email me ( kaeleesteffens@grcc.edu ) with your name, student ID number, major, and transfer school (if applicable) and I will email you back with an academic plan just for you! Set up an appointment with me in Navigate through your MyGRCC account. About Me:  Visit Kaelee's virtual office! Kaelee earned her Associate in Arts from Grand Rapids Community College. She then transferred to Grand Valley State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and her Master of Education - Higher Education, College Student Affairs Leadership. #RaiderNation #LakerforaLifetime During her time in higher education, Kaelee has worked in Admissions & Enrollment, TRIO programs, Academic Departments, and Academic Advising between 2 year schools and 4 year schools. It is Kaelee's goal that the students who enter her office, leave her office knowing their next step(s), and that they can always follow up if the plan changes! When Kaelee is not working with students as an academic advisor, she enjoys spending time with her husband, children, and their rescue pup! 

Heather earned her Associate of Language Arts from GRCC. She has many fond memories of being a student! Heather received a Bachelor of Arts, from Aquinas College, in Communications and Social Sciences. Then she earned a Master of Education in Higher Education, College Student Affairs Leadership, at GVSU. She is a member of the Michigan American Council on Education Women’s Network (MI-ACE) and Michigan Career Educator and Employer Alliance (MCEEA). Heather is a first-generation college student. At GRCC, she worked as a student employee in experiential learning and the library. Then she was an intern in student life, testing, and international admissions. During the rest of her career, Heather has worked in academic advising, career services, campus recruitment, admissions, financial aid, counseling, and interpreted career assessments. She served as an administrative professional, for three years, in the Academic Advising and Transfer Center. She's been working as a Support Professional for the Occupational Support Program since August of 2021.  Heather enjoys helping individuals with career development and exploration. Her passion is assisting students, employees, alumni, and job seekers attain their career goals and aspirations and assisting them in any way she can! She has her own consulting business and assists individuals in transition, those working and wanting to transition into a different career, and students. Heather likes spending time with her husband, daughter and son, two cats, friends, and family. She enjoys traveling and checking out new places. Heather likes spending time outdoors: hiking, biking, and camping. She believes it’s important to keep learning, by taking classes and reading.