Academic Advisor

Sophia Tarver, M.Ed.

Twin City, GA

“Every student has a path—I help you find yours.”

In three words

LoyalTrustworthyFunny

My story

Hi, I’m Sophia! I’m passionate about helping others grow, build confidence, and recognize the potential they already have within themselves. I believe mentorship is about creating a safe space where you feel supported, encouraged, and empowered to become the best version of yourself. I bring a positive, genuine, and uplifting approach to every connection, and I’m excited to learn from you, cheer you on, and help you reach your goals!

Things I love

CookingShoppingMakeupTravelingBing watching showsTrying new restaurantsTrail RidesSpa DaysFamily cookoutsR&B musicLaughing

Get to know me

Ask me about: Never giving up no matter what life throws at you
Currently into: Lately, I’ve been into upgrading my wardrobe, cooking a new dish each month, and new shows on Netflix.
Favorite subject: English
Favorite spot: Rolling monkey with my kid or Azul or El som
Hype song: Rod Wave - And I still 🙃 no judgment.
Go-to snack: Hershey with almond or Greek yogurt with fruit and granola, or Toms waves salt and vinegar chips
Learning right now: How to do my makeup
Recommends: The birria spot in Savannah if you love tacos and the movie Hidden Figures.

This or that

What Sophia picks.

Nights

Night out

Team

Cats

Approach

Plan it

Cup of choice

Coffee

My clock

Early bird

Eats

Tacos

Reach me by

Texts

On screen

Drama

Story time

Movies

Flavor

Sweet

Dinner

Eat out

Season

Winter

Roots

Small town

On my feet

Boots

Getaway

Beach

Travel

Flight

Where I land

ReservedSocial

ListenerTalker

SpontaneousPlanner

EasygoingCompetitive

Why I mentor

I said yes to being a mentor because I know the struggles of having to navigate life alone or always being looked at as the one who “knows it all” but in reality you just wanted someone to guide you. I want to help as many students as I can navigate their way through life. Let’s be great together !!!

Best advice

Keep going. No matter what. Take time to relax, get your mental together and lock back in. Most importantly Enjoy life we only get one!!

A win I’m proud of

Got accepted into my doctoral program for Education in the Fall

Fun fact

I talk so country and high pitch

I can help with

Homework helpWritingCollege and career prepConfidence and self-beliefLife adviceJust having someone to talk to

A note for you

Hey, I heard you might be feeling a little nervous about meeting me, and I just want to say that’s completely okay.

You don’t have to show up perfect, prepared, or “impressive.” My job isn’t to judge you it’s to get to know you, understand where you are right now, and help you figure out what you want next. We can take things at your pace. There’s no pressure to have all the answers.

Most people feel a little unsure before meeting someone new, especially in a mentor role. But this is just a conversation not a test, not a performance, not something you can fail.

If it helps to know: I’m rooting for you already, just by the fact that you’re showing up and trying.

When you’re ready, I’ll be here. 💚

With care, Sophia

A few moments