The Academic Advising Program provides academic support and assistance to students enrolled at the Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science. Services may include, but are not limited to, one-on-one meetings to develop students' academic skills. Among others, these skills include time management and personal study habits. The academic advisors work closely with students regarding an overall assessment of academic progress, and assign tutoring services when needed. The academic advisors also liaise with those UNT faculty who teach TAMS students regarding grades, attendance, and other course-related requirements.
Francine Hazy |
If you have academic questions regarding the TAMS Class of 2027, please contact Francine
Hazy at Francine.Hazy@unt.edu Schedule an Appointment with Francine Here |
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Francine joined TAMS in August 2021 as an academic counselor. She moved to Denton from her hometown of Youngstown, Ohio, where she pursued her college education at Youngstown State University. Francine received a Bachelor of General Studies focused in Education and Psychology with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership in 2019. She then obtained a Master of Science in Education focused in College Counseling and Student Affairs in 2021. Throughout her time at YSU, Francine worked with multiple offices including Student Activities, Academic Advising, Career Services, the Honors College, Marketing and Communication, and First Year Student Services. She pursued a career in higher education because she loves working in a community where everyone is striving for personal growth and a meaningful experience. Outside of work, Francine loves iced coffee, the Pittsburgh Steelers, baking cookies, and getting to know people! |
Brieanna Casey |
If you have academic questions regarding the TAMS Class of 2028, please contact Brieanna
Casey at Brieanna.Casey@unt.edu Schedule an Appointment with Brieanna Here |
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Casey is a proud Denton native! She's earned an M.A. in English, and an M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership and Gifted/Talented Education. Casey has 15 years of teaching experience with students from pre-K to college-level. In Texas public schools, Casey served seven years as the G/T Program's Campus Coordinator and GT/Honors 7-8th English teacher, before returning to higher education. At NCTC and TWU, she spent three years as an Adjunct Professor of English. Casey's also engaged in several writing positions and projects over the years, such as Sr. Writing Consultant for TWU's writing center, and Sr. Copyeditor at TWU's The Lasso student newspaper. Casey has chosen to remain in education, because she loves making positive contributions to students’ journeys by helping them overcome obstacles and setbacks, and nurture their interests and talents! In her free time, Casey enjoys reading and writing, watching scifi and mystery dramas, playing chess and video games, learning trivia and piano, and travelling. |
Anitra Chambers |
If you have general questions about TAMS academic requirements, please contact Anitra Chambers at Anitra.Chambers@unt.edu |
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Anitra Chambers joined TAMS in November 2025 as an academic counselor. As a life long Texan she has lived in many cities across the state giving her a deep appreciation for the diversity of student experiences. Before coming to higher education she worked as a school counselor and teacher at elementary, middle, and high school levels. Anitra is passionate about supporting the brilliant and creative minds of the TAMS students helping them grow into the leaders who will shape a bright future for our world. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and bird watching. |