Paul Spencer Peterson II

Academic Success Analyst, Business Advisor

Adjunct Faculty - Counseling

Counseling

Office: BP 43A - Room: BP 56 (Business Advising Office)

480-461-7222

480-461-7000 (alt)

Notices

  • Fall 2025 registration began on March 10, 2025 and ends when the fall class begins; there is no late registration for classes which have started.  If needed, there are many flex-start/late-start classes offered.
  • The Fall 2025  FAFSA priority file complete date is June 1, 2025.  The Mesa Community College school code is 001077.  Please visit: https://www.mesacc.edu/financial-aid/important-dates
  • Success from Day One begins by enrolling in classes EARLY and attend them all every day.  
  • There is NO late registration for ANY class.  Students will not be permitted to enroll in a class once it has started.  Early enrollment, good attendance and academic achievement go hand in hand.
  • Please add the app (MyInfo) on your smart phone.  This app is seamless, friendly, and useful!
  • Please visit your Student Center (My.maricopa.edu) regularly.
  • Spring 2026 registration starts on October 6, 2025.

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM9:00 AM - 12:30 PM9:00 AM - 12:30 PM9:00 AM - 12:30 PM8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
1:00 PM - 5:30 PM1:00 PM - 5:30 PM1:00 PM - 5:30 PM1:00 PM - 5:30 PM1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment

  • My office hours posted (above) are effective from February 3, 2025 through May 9, 2025.
  • All Academic Adviosrs who work from the Southern and Dobson campus, will be housed and available in the Enrollment Center (Bldg. 39) from January 2 - 31, 2025 on a drop-in basis.  NO appointments during this time.
  • To schedule an appointment with me (except during January and August), click HERE.  
  • I provide academic advising for the Field of Interest:  Business, Entrepreneurialism, and Management.

MCC Regular business hours  begin Monday, February 3, 2025.  See all operation hours below:

Regular Business Hours:
Mon-Thu: 8 am – 5 pm
Fri: 10 am – 5 pm
Closed Sat and Sun

Extended Business Hours
(January and August only):
Mon-Thu: 8 am – 6 pm
Fri: 8 am – 5 pm
Closed Sat and Sun

Summer Business Hours:
Mon-Thu: 7 am – 6 pm
Closed Fri, Sat and Sun

 

Profile

I have over 25 years of experience providing leadership in higher education.  My extensive background in comprehensive strategic enrollment management with an emphasis in providing quality care and service excellence in Academic Advisement, Admissions/Records, and Financial Aid, with the end goal of degree/certificate completion while enhancing the student experience.  I am also an adjunct faculty member in the Counseling depart at Mesa Community College (MCC), currently teaching the First Year Experience (FYE) classes (Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success).

In addition to my various positions with MCC (Dean Student Affairs), Associate Dean (Enrollment Services), Director (Enrollment Services), Head Coach (Cross Country/Track & Field), I have also worked at Northern Arizona University, Benedictine University (Mesa, AZ campus), and Grand Valley State University (MI).

I completed my B.A. degree in Physical/Health Education from Saginaw Valley State University (MI) and my M.A. degree from Northern Arizona University.  I am currently an Academic Success Analyst (Business Advisor) with the MCC Academic Advising Team, Assistant Cross Country/Track & Field coach, and an active member in my community.

Classes Taught

Fall 2025

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success 1 Credits

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset and financial literacy. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24530

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025

Open

19 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 24530: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Fall Flex Start 2025

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success 1 Credits

Focus on student success through exploration of academic, career and life skills. Includes study of goal-setting/success strategies, academic mindset and financial literacy. Develop an education/career plan utilizing career assessments and other college resources. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
24084

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

15 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 24084: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

24088

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

21 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 24088: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

24988

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025

Open

23 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 24988: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Degrees & Awards

Bachelor of Arts, Saginaw Valley State University (Michigan).

Master of Arts, Northern Arizona University.

 

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