Peer Advisors

My name is Brandon Cabaniss and I’m a senior from Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am studying Cell Biology and Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology, on the pre-medicine track. My goal is to eventually become an emergency medicine physician. In my free time I like to be outside, workout and read! 

I am a senior here at MSU on the pre-Occupational Therapy track. I applied to the doctorate OT program at UM in July of 2025, and I am waiting to hear if I got in! In my free time I love to be outside swimming, hiking, fishing, and more. I also enjoy some video games as well as painting, cooking, and more! I’m kind of a jack of all trades sometimes! I am looking forward to doing my best to help those looking at a future in the medical world. 

Hey everyone! My name is Riley Ullery and I grew up in Casper, Wyoming. I’m currently a senior studying Food and Nutrition Science on a pre-dental pathway. I applied for dental school this summer and I am waiting to see if I get in. Outside of school I like to hunt, fish, and travel. I also absolutely love to bake, and I find a lot of joy being a student leader with Cru here at MSU. Doing research and being a Resident Advisor are two of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had on campus so far. I look forward to meeting you all, and I’m more than happy to answer any questions!

I’m currently a junior majoring in Kinesiology on the pre-PA track! In my free time, I enjoy cooking, traveling, spending time outdoors (with and without my cats), and snowboarding. I’m excited to be a peer advisor and look forward to connecting with you all!

I’m a junior on the pre-medicine track. I’m involved on campus as a member of Pre-Med Club, Cancer Support Community University, MSU Fashion Club, and several other student organizations. I also volunteer as a peer advocate with the Campus Civil Rights office. When I’m not studying, sprinting to a club meeting, or hanging out in the library, I enjoy running and fashion design!

I am a kinesiology major, currently on the Pre-Physician Assistant track.  I was born in Norway, and have also lived in Houston, Texas, prior to graduating high school from Dickinson, North Dakota.  In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, hiking, snowboarding, and wake surfing.  I am looking forward to getting to know you and working with you!

Hi everyone! I am currently a junior studying Food and Nutrition on the Pre-Physician Assistant track. I am also the President of the Pre-PA Club here on campus! When I'm not at school, you can catch me doing pretty much anything outside or volunteering with HRDC. I'm super excited to be a peer advisor and can't wait to meet you all!

I am a junior studying kinesiology on the Pre-PT route. I was born in New Mexico but have lived most of my life in Butte Montana. I like to spend my free time fly fishing, skiing, and weightlifting. I am a part of the exercise science club here at MSU, a volunteer for eagle mount, as well as a peer mentor for physics. I can't wait to meet you all and work through this process together!

Hey everybody! My name is Lydia Heislen. I’m from Las Vegas, NV, and I’m heading into my senior year at MSU, majoring in Food and Nutrition Science with a pre-dental focus. I applied to dental school this summer and am eagerly waiting to hear back! Outside of school, I love cooking, baking, spending time outdoors, dancing, and doing yoga. This will be my fourth year as a student-athlete on the Montana State Dance Team, and I’ll also be part of the research team in Dr. Mary Miles’ lab. I’m so excited for this opportunity and look forward to supporting others on their journey toward reaching their career goals!