The 1st Gen Mentorship Program
Being a first-generation college student means forging a new, uncharted path for yourself and your family. Our faculty and staff mentors are here to help guide the way.
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Mentor Spotlight
1st Gen’s passionate mentors are dedicated to helping first generation students
navigate all aspects of college life and academics.
Jose Valentine
Dean of Enrollment Services
Jose works to provide access and resources to underrepresented students with the
hope that their educational goals help them succeed in their own terms.
Loli Priddy
Sr. Administrative Assistant, Chemistry
As a former first-generation student, Loli hopes to help give students peace of
mind by pointing them in the right direction and helping them ask the right questions.
Yesenia Chávez
Faculty, Spanish
Yesenia sees the need for mentors and role models, especially in the Hispanic community
and for students with families to take care of.
Danielle Bible
Faculty, History
Like other first generation students, Danielle understands the demands of juggling
school, work, family, cultural dissonance, and hunger.
Interested in becoming a 1st Gen faculty or staff mentor?
Submit a mentorship form to share a bit about yourself, your background, and your interests.
