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Hi everyone, I am Steven (he/him/el)!  I went to UCR for my B.S. in Biology and am currently a MECN student in the UCLA Joe C. Wen School of Nursing.  After graduating from UCR, I volunteered as a Health Coach at the RUHS Corona Clinic—it was there that I decided to pivot into nursing!  I learned that I preferred the patient-centered care and career flexibility that nursing provides.  Afterward, I worked as a Spanish interpreter at a rehabilitation center for individuals with traumatic brain injuries; I got to experience a completely different side of healthcare, and it’s given me a more well-rounded perspective on the system as a whole.  Ultimately, my passion for pursuing nursing stems not only from my love of medicine, but also from seeing the lack of equitable care due to language barriers.
Being a first-generation and queer student, navigating undergrad and career aspirations was incredibly confusing; the path I took to begin my nursing studies was very untraditional.  I hope to support students in navigating their undergraduate journey and help make it as fruitful as possible.
A few quick facts about me: I was born and raised in Corona, CA!  I am Latino, with most of my family being from Jalisco.  I spend most of my free time either watching movies (AMC A-List is definitely worth it) or playing PC games.

Hey!  I am Shreyes (he/him), a sixth-year Ph.D. candidate in Political Science at UCLA.  My research focuses on political campaigns, intergroup conflict, and the ways political leaders and movements can shape how people relate to one another.  Before coming to UCLA, I studied in India and later completed a master’s degree at the London School of Economics, so I’ve experienced a few very different academic environments along the way.
One of the things I’ve enjoyed most during my time at UCLA has been teaching and working with undergraduate students.  I have served as a teaching assistant for nearly three years, and those experiences have shown me how important it is to have support with the parts of college that are not always obvious from a syllabus: figuring out what you are interested in, becoming more confident in your academic abilities, navigating relationships with professors, and simply trying to make sense of what you want to do next.
As a mentor, I hope to be someone students feel comfortable approaching with both the big questions and the small ones.  Whether you are struggling with a class, thinking about research or graduate school, trying to find opportunities on campus, or just figuring out what direction you want to take, I’m excited to listen, help you think things through, and support you as you find a path that works for you.
Outside of academia, I’m usually working out, exploring Los Angeles, or spending an extraordinarily unreasonable amount of time thinking and talking about politics, movies, and music.  I am looking forward to meeting you and helping you navigate your time at UCLA!

Hey Bruins!  My name is Leilani Le (she/her), and I am a second-year Master of Public Health student in Community Health Sciences at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health.  Before coming to UCLA, I received my B.A. in Public Health Policy from UC Irvine, where I discovered my passion for community health, health education and program planning for underserved communities.  After graduating, I began working as a Tobacco Cessation Specialist, where I’ve had the privilege of supporting diverse groups of community members on their journey toward becoming smoke-free.  Seeing firsthand the difference that education, support, and community-based programs can make inspired me to pursue my MPH at UCLA and continue finding meaningful ways to bridge gaps in care and empower the communities around me.
Being a first-generation college student has taught me the value of finding people who are willing to share what they know, advocate for you, and remind you that it’s okay to figure things out as you go.  During my time here, I hope to be that person for students, someone they can turn for guidance and encouragement as they embark on their own path at UCLA.
Outside of the classroom, you can find me under the sun, surfing with my friends, bouldering, thrifting at the local thrift shops, and trying new cafes in LA and OC.  I am excited to connect with you and support you through your own personal and academic journey!

Hi there!  My name is Lizette Mendez (pronouns: she/her/ella) and I am a PhD student in Epidemiology at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health.  My research focuses on how psychosocial stressors impact adverse pregnancy outcomes.  As a first-generation student born and raised in Los Angeles, my academic journey began as a pre-med Biological Sciences major at Wellesley College, but a passion for Public Health shifted my path during my junior year when I discovered related courses.

I’ve navigated the challenges of moving to a new state (MA) for undergrad with no established support system and learned to build meaningful connections and community.  I later earned my Master of Public Health in MA, where I worked in the maternal health research field before starting my PhD program at UCLA.  All of this was possible thanks to the support of mentors from different parts of my life.  I’m excited to carry this forward as a CAM and look forward to supporting and guiding you as we navigate UCLA together!

Fun fact: When I’m on campus, you’ll often find me playing Pokémon Go or discovering new boba spots nearby while listening to my Spotify Discover Weekly!

Hi hi everyone!  I’m Joss (they/them) and I’m a 2nd year dual degree student working on my Master of Public Health in Community Health Sciences and Master of Social Welfare.  I received my B.A. in Sociology with a minor in Human Sexuality Studies at San Francisco State University.  After graduating, I took a 5 year break where I mostly worked at K-5 schools and volunteered at different LGBTQ+ non-profits in order to gain new experiences.  I also developed and taught inclusive, comprehensive sex education to elementary schools and LGBTQ+ teens.  I am passionate about making sex education more accessible to more communities and learning the importance of it.  After receiving my degree, I plan to work with LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and/or low-income communities, but unsure in what capacity at the moment.  Community building is a big part of my life and mentorship plays a role in that.  Community is resistance against the layered systems that many times makes academia very difficult to navigate so I’m here to guide y’all in whatever capacity.

A little bit about me aside from academics and professionalism: I was born and raised in SoCal, I’m first-gen and Salvadoreñe, I enjoy laying under the sun at the beach or anywhere near water, I love spending time with my cat, Miko, and with friends and family, I love coffee and sweets, and can be a big crafter (like making jewelry or collages) when I have the time 🙂

Hello hello Bruins!  My name is Carly (she/her/hers) and I am an 8th year PhD student in the Archaeology Interdepartmental Program here at UCLA.  I decided to be an archaeologist when I was five, but then took some time studying Classics and Art History as well as several languages.  I got my BA in Art and Archaeology from Princeton then took a gap year to travel and work on excavations.  Next, I earned my MA in Archaeology at University College London in the UK.  I took a second gap year to work at a crepe shop and a marketing company while applying to PhD programs and paying back my student loans.  I started my PhD program in 2019 in LA, but have spent 2 years in Panama, 6 months in Columbia, MO, and 1.5 years in Atlanta, GA for my research.  I have lots of experience applying to grants and fellowships to support my travels and studies and am currently applying to post-doctoral fellowships.
I am neurodivergent and continue to struggle with my anxiety.  I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder as an undergraduate, but I didn’t get my ADHD diagnosis until I was 27.  I know how mental health can impact your studies as well as your social life and hope I can connect with you and help you navigate the complexities of UCLA.
In addition to my academics, I spend my time embroidering, hiking, reading romantasy novels, and watching anime.

Hello everyone!  My name is Rachel (she/her), and I am a 2nd-year East Asian Studies Master’s student in UCLA’s International Institute!  I currently focus much of my research on understanding perceptions and (re-)constructions of sex cultures and norms through a pop culture and media lens.  Before becoming a CAM, I focused a significant portion of my undergraduate on-campus engagement on advocating for and with various intersectional and minority voices within SCU’s student community.

Growing up in a very diverse part of the Bay Area, I understand the importance of finding community and support that helps you navigate your way through the challenges of higher education.  I’m a staunch advocate of exploring your interests in the pursuit of your goals, and would love to help you find what works best for you and your dreams during your time at UCLA – don’t hesitate to take advantage!

Fun facts: I am a homebody by nature but a traveler at heart, and am an aspiring researcher of sex pop culture!  Most of my time is spent reading light novels and binging various manga/manhwa series, but I love playing games with friends and catching up on the odd long-form YouTube videos that sneak into my feed.  My favorite foods are popcorn and ice cream, and a recent discovery is that I am a sucker for awesome public transit.

Hi!  My name is Katherine (she/her) and I am a fifth year doctoral student in the School of Education (Human Development and Psychology).  My research and clinical interests focus on supporting neurodivergent individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
I also attended UCLA for undergrad!  I remember how exciting (and scary) it felt to manage all the new responsibilities and opportunities that come with attending university, and I am forever grateful for all the support I received from my peers and mentors.  They truly shaped my undergraduate years and I would not be where I am today without the UCLA community!
In my free time, you can find me practicing yoga, throwing pottery, hiking, facetiming my sister, or building LEGOs!
I look forward to meeting and supporting you this year!

Hello!  My name is Julia (pronouns she/her/hers), I am a third-year doctoral student in the department of Education (Social Sciences Comparative Education) with an academic background in sociology with a minor in Cultural Studies and French (undergraduate) and socio-economics (graduate) as well as theater, film, and media studies (diploma, equivalent to Master of Arts).  I studied at universities in Vienna, Austria and Paris, France.  Before starting this Ph.D. program, I worked at Deloitte Advisory Social Innovation and Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalization, educational planning and guidance being core aspects of both jobs.
As a first-gen student, I know how challenging it can be to navigate the first steps in a new environment, especially at a prestigious research institution like UCLA – let’s do this together, I am here for you!  As a nontraditional student, returning to academia after 10 years, I have experienced that personal trajectories and stories bring unique perspectives and require approaches that see you as a whole person, acknowledging what you bring with you and where you are at holistically – I am looking forward to connecting with you and to support you in your UCLA journey and beyond!
My research interests revolve around nontraditional students and lifelong learning, Writing Pedagogy as well as educational policy.  For fun, I love spending time with friends, being by the ocean and exploring L.A.

Hi! My name is Meaghan (she/her) and I’m a third-year PhD student in Community Health Sciences in the Fielding School of Public Health studying food insecurity and childhood obesity among immigrant families in California.  I first began my academic journey in community college in the North Bay and later transferred to UC Davis to study Global Disease Biology.  Being a first-gen and transfer student, it was a long process to find my groove in school, which took lots of time and resources.  In my senior year, I participated in UCEAP for an immersive public health internship in Thailand, which led to me deciding to pursue my Master of Public Health in Epidemiology at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.  After I graduated with my MPH, I was certain I would not be coming back for my PhD.  However, it only took a couple months for one mentor to convince me otherwise.  That being said, I am deeply passionate about equal access to higher education and being able to use my experiences to elucidate the process for others.  When I am not thinking about school, you will find me on a long walk either in nature trying to identify mushrooms or through cities admiring architecture.