Meet the Pre-Nursing Advising Team

Sar Fenske
Academic Advisor I

Hometown: Katy, TX (suburb of Houston)
Education: B.S. in Psychology from UNT, M.A. in Women’s & Gender Studies in progress from UNT
About Me: I am so excited to be a part of the Pre-Nursing Academic Advising team. My first experience with assisting students was as a teaching assistant for my graduate program at UNT, and I learned then that I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic and life goals. Outside of school and work, I write, read, listen to music, and volunteer with a crisis text line.

Mollie Patrick
Academic Advisor I

Hometown: Brenham, TX
Education: B.S in Family Studies, Texas Woman’s University
About Me: I first began my journey at TWU as a transfer student and student worker. Post-graduation I knew I wanted to continue helping TWU students. I am proud to be able to assist students in their academic and collegiate success. In my free time I enjoy kayaking, singing karaoke with my friends, and eating Blue Bell ice cream.

Zara Van Alstyne
Academic Advisor I

Hometown: Graham, TX
Education: Bachelor of General Studies with concentrations in psychology and English, Texas Woman’s University
About Me: This is my first year in academic advising, and I am so excited to be helping students thrive at TWU as part of this advising team. I have thoroughly enjoyed helping TWU students reach their goals in the past, and I couldn’t be more enthusiastic about continuing that journey in this role. Outside of work, I like to spend my time crocheting, attending live music events, and spending time with my partner, family, and friends!

Sarah West
Academic Advisor I

Hometown: Leander, TX
Education: B.S of Integrative Studies, with focuses in Psychology, Sociology, and Theater Arts, University of North Texas
About Me: This position is my entry into higher education, and I’m so excited to be a part of the team. I have a passion for helping students and hope to assist TWU students in having the most robust and fulfilling collegiate experience. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching classic or arthouse movies, and spending time with my husband and our families.