Yadira Castillo

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Academic Advisor II, Microbiology and Biology Advisor

Yadira is an undergraduate advisor for the Biology and Microbiology departments at UGA. Originally from Marietta, GA, she is a Franklin College/Mary Frances Early College of Education alum, and holds both an AB in Spanish and a BSED in World Language Education. She is also currently working towards becoming a Double Dawg, with an MA in Spanish Literature. 

Prior to joining the advising world at UGA in June of 2019, Yadira also served as a TA for undergraduate Spanish courses. As a Franklin College advisor, she hopes to encourage students to explore the many options and opportunities to grow and learn offered at UGA. 

2022-2023 Franklin College Outstanding Advisor of the Year

2023 University of Georgia Outstanding Advisor of the Year