Anduaga wins Outstanding Advisor at 2026 College Awards
(From left) David W. Hahn, Craig M. Berge Dean of the College of Engineering, BME adviser Andrea Anduaga and Kelly Potter, associate dean of academic affairs, celebrate Anduaga's commitment to student success at the 2026 College Awards.
The University of Arizona College of Engineering celebrated faculty and staff at the 2026 College Awards. The program highlighted employees who support a thriving student body across multiple engineering disciplines.
The Outstanding Advisor/Mentor award recognized Andrea Anduaga, senior academic adviser in the Department of Biomedical Engineering.
“She is known for her holistic, student-centered approach to advising,” said Kelly Potter, associate dean of academic affairs. “She promotes academic success and personal growth.”
Anduaga assists BME graduate students both academically and in professional pathways. She coordinates program recruitment and admissions for the department.
BME faculty also took home awards and recognitions. Elizabeth Hutchinson, assistant professor of BME, won the Teacher of the Year – Tenure-Track award. And Dr. Marvin Slepian, Regents Professor and associate department head of BME, was recognized for winning the 2026 UA Alumni Extraordinary Alumni Faculty distinction.