Caitlin Smith (Learner, Input, Futuristic, Empathy, & Discipline) is an academic advisor in the College of Business Advising and Student Engagement (BASE) office. She has a passion for guiding students; working with them to build their own pathway towards academic success while focusing on the whole student experience. Her work has been founded in diversity, equity and inclusion with her experience in previous roles on the Presidential Committee for Equity and Inclusion for Doane University, committee member for the Polk Lectureship Series (Doane), and most recent work on the Dean's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Midland University in 2009 and master's degree in higher education administration (student affairs concentration) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2014.

Office Hours:

I am currently taking appointments and/or working with new students.  Visit go.unl.edu/BizAdvising to schedule an appointment with me or any other CoB Advisor on MyPlan or come into our office for a drop-in session.

Caitlin has served in higher education for 11 years. Her start in residence life gives her a unique perspective when helping students navigate their time on campus. 

Residence Life

Doane University (2013-2016)

Advising

University of Nebraska- Lincoln (2021 - Present)

Doane University (2016-2021)