INTRODUCTION
I'm here to be your go-to supporter as you find your place and belonging here at EIU! Eastern Illinois University is one of those places where you just feel at home! And I hope to help you in finding your way here at EIU!
About Me: I am a proud first-generation Latino student! I did my Bachelor's here at EIU. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design with a minor in Marketing and Digital Media. I came back to get my Master's in Science for College Student Affairs, where I plan to work in DEI, to help students of marginalized groups get the resources and support they need. As well as working with specifically with our Latino student population and students under DACA and or Undocumented. I've also been involved in various RSOs on campus throughout the years, such as: Alpha Psi Lambda National, Inc., LASO, Grupo Fe-Newman Center, DAC, and The Dreamteam.
Advice: Find your community, whether that is Greek Life, Athletics, Social Clubs, Multicultural, Community Service, anything! Find your support group and make memories!
Favorite Spot on Campus: Doudna Fine Arts!
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Illinois Latino Council on Higher Education
- Member of the American College Personnel Association
- Member of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education
- Member of the National Association of Student Personnel Association
Conference Presentations
- "Manana Sera Bonito"
- A Discussion of Imposter Syndrome in first-generation students of color
- Presented at the Black & Latinx Summit at UIUC
- "The Importance of POC and International Professionals in Student Affairs"
- Presented at Student Affairs 101 at WIU