Hello, Titans!

My name is KaTeka "Kae" Riggins, and I'm your Career & Academic Advisor at St. Petersburg College Downtown Center.

As an advisor at St. Petersburg College, I am eager to explore course planning, scheduling, and degree program explorations with you and cheer for you at commencement and beyond in your professional careers. 

Many of you may remember me as your Virtual Career & Academic Advisor in the past. I'm no stranger to helping students.

Academic Communities Served:

• Engineering, Manufacturing, and Building Arts
• Health Sciences and Veterinary Technology
• Science and Mathematics
• Technology

I have served and supported many students in my community: Pinellas County Schools (Charter HS), USF-St. Pete

Education:  "First Generation"

I attend Bethune-Cookman University, I was a "Marching Wildcat" (Played the Flute & Saxophone)

I later went back to college through SPC-UPC program and graduated from Barry University earning my Bachelors in Professional Studies with a Specialization in Human Resources.

Hometown(s): 

Chicago (born & raised) & Dallas (HS)

St. Pete resident since in 1997

Hobbies: 

Singing, playing my Flute, modeling, Improv Comedian, 40+ Double Dutch Club Member, swimming and referee-football!! 

Volunteer: 

Guardian Ad Litem (GAL), Heels to Heal, CASA, Lauren's Kids, Family Resource Center