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Assistant Director for Career Advising
Year Started at JMU: 2016
squyarsr@jmu.edu
Contact Info
Pronouns: He/Him

I love working with students and supporting them during their every stage of their career journey.

My Career Journey

I attended Christopher Newport University for undergrad. I switched my major and career path several times. I thought I wanted to be an English teacher, journalist, or lawyer. I graduated with a degree in Communication Studies. During my undergrad experience, I was very involved on campus in a number of different leadership positions. That led me to pursue a masters degree in higher education administration at Oregon State University. My job search after grad school led me to JMU and I have been here since 2016! I have previously worked in the Office of Residence Life and the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices.

More About Me

3 words that describe me:

  • Thoughtful
  • Dedicated
  • Creative

Some fun facts about me:

  • I am a super fan of the TV show, Survivor. I have seen every season multiple times and it would be a dream to be on the show
  • Some of my hobbies include reading, video games, board games, jigsaw puzzles, seeing Broadway musicals and listening to audiobooks
  • I am really good at the claw machine arcade game

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