"My philosophy towards students is this: KU offers so many different ways to get involved, as well as apply what you've learned in the classroom. Plus, there are many services available to help you succeed. I don't expect you to know all the answers. I hope students feel comfortable enough to ask me how to tap into those resources. This is a very exciting (and, yes, sometimes scary) time of your life. I feel my role is to provide information so student may make the best decision for him or herself." -- Scott Sponholtz

Scott Sponholtz is an academic advisor in the Journalism Advising and Records Office.

He had been a counselor in the KU Office of Student Financial Aid since 2003, working with potential and current students and their families.

He has held jobs with a telecommunications company, a golf course trade group and an organization that assists individuals with disabilities. He interned at a think tank in Washington, D.C., for one semester as an undergrad, which is an experience he encourages other students to pursue. He also volunteered with the Commission on Presidential Debates in 1996 and 2000.

He earned bachelor’s degrees in communications studies and political science at KU in May 1999. While at KU, he lived for all four years in K.K. Amini Scholarship Hall.

He expects to earn a master’s degree in higher education administration in May 2009.