Meet Your Academic Advisor

Who is My Advisor?

Check your BroncoDirect Student Center Advisor box, your CPP Connect homepage or ask Billy Chat who your advisor is. Find their profile below to learn more about why they chose to become an academic advisor!

Henry Flores, M.S.

"I am a first generation college student and it was difficult navigating the higher education system. I want to be a resource and support system for those that have questions or concerns. I also want to assist our students in their path towards graduation and empower them to become the leaders they strive to be."

Jasmine Gomez

"One of the best feelings I have experienced is completing my degree requirements and obtaining my degree. I thoroughly enjoy helping students reach that same milestone!"

Rosa Lamas Serratos, MBA

"My passion is empowering student success. As a first-generation student, I understand the challenges students can face and enjoy serving as a resource throughout their journey."

Nicole Turner, M.S.

"I enjoy assisting and supporting college students. Being a college student can be difficult and stressful. As an academic advisor, I want to be there as a guide and support system for my students."

Pamela Adams

"I became an advisor almost accidentally. I had returned to school in the 1990s to start a career in the computer field. While I was here, I became a peer advisor, and discovered that I loved helping students."

Raquel Alva, MPA

"I became an academic advisor to help inspire students!"

Marc Corra, M.Ed.

"I didn't utilize advising enough in college. With little guidance, I made a lot of mistakes and took far longer to graduate than necessary. But after graduating, I looked back fondly at some of the best experiences I did have with supportive folks in college. For a career, I decided I wanted to be that person at the beginning and end, as well as the journey in between."

Stella Fong-Chen

Adriana Mares, M.S.

"At a very young age, I knew I wanted to have a career in education. I was not sure what area I wanted to go in, but I knew I wanted to work in the field of education. I feel very grateful for the opportunity to get to know students and guide them through their educational path."

Jac Rivera, M.Ed.

"I started my college journey as a Former Foster Youth: lost, confused and no idea what I was suppose to do. Despite this, I succeeded beyond many challenges. How? I had an academic advisor on my side. I knew I wanted to help other students achieve their wildest dreams. It is an honor to be an academic advisor and join you on your journey. No matter what you are facing, we can face it together!"

Berlinda Crawford

"I became an advisor to help students navigate through the craziness of college."

Marlene Melinte

"I became an advisor for a few reasons. I wished I had an advisor as an undergrad to navigate through my college experiences. I enjoy guiding and helping students meet or exceed their educational goals to maximize their college experience. It is very rewarding to see my students evolve into amazing and successful lifelong learners."

Oscar Bacio, M.A.

"I became an advisor because I want to make a positive impact in a student's college journey."

Cindy Chavez, MBA

"I decided to become an academic advisor because I value education. When I was an undergraduate student, I didn't know what an academic advisor was and never went to see them. Now, I understand the importance of meeting with an academic advisor to help you plan out your courses and discuss any doubts or issues you may be having with your academics."

Francisco Cornejo, M.A.

"I want to help as many students as possible to graduate and help them become successful."

Keila Estrada

"I decided to become an academic advisor to assist students the same way my advisors helped me. I am a first generation, transfer student and always felt on my own, until I got help from an academic advisor who helped me outline my plan and reach my goals!"

Monica Kays

"I became an academic advisor to support and guide students to achieving their goals. Getting to be even a small part of a student’s academic journey is a privilege and honor. It is always such a great experience getting to see students through from the start of their journey to walking across the stage at graduation."

Wendy Lopez, M.A.

"I became an academic advisor because I enjoy guiding students to success, and in the process, helping them see their strengths and growth."

Ruby Ramirez-Murillo, M.Ed.

"I decided to become an academic advisor to guide and empower students in higher education. It is rewarding to witness my former and current students graduate and achieve their goals."

Gabriela Rodas, M.A.

"I went to a community college and then transferred to a four-year, and I felt the transition to be challenging. I wanted to become an academic advisor to be there for students that may feel the same way. I want to be an advocate for students and be a resource so they can achieve their academic goals."

Verenice Sandoval, MBA

"I became an academic advisor so that I can help students achieve their academic goals."

Michelle Martinez, M.A.

"I had amazing advisors who made a significant impact in my life and wanted to do the same for students."

Ashley Ysais, M.A.

"I chose to pursue a career as an academic advisor due to the positive and impactful advising experiences I had while earning my bachelor's degree. I am committed to supporting students in reaching their academic, personal, and professional goals by meeting them where they are and providing guidance tailored to their unique needs."

Monique Wesley, M.Ed.

"I became an advisor to assist students of all backgrounds! There are so many barriers that students face, and my hope is to help alleviate those. I hope to create relationships with students, so they know they always have help."

Jazmin Argueta

"I want to give back to the community that helped me get into college. I was an Upward Bound student here at Cal Poly Pomona. I truly believe that without the advisors' guidance, I would not be where I am today. Counselors and advisors are critical support systems to student success and I hope to be a pillar for our students."

James Yokoyama, M.S.

"Two reasons. The first is that I personally enjoyed my undergraduate experience. It is a special period in life when a person is growing in various ways, mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Another reason was due to my internship at CSULA Career Center. I discovered that working with the college population was a great fit."

Maria Anzaldo, M.S.

"I decided to become an advisor because of my own experience as a first generation college student. I didn't want other students to miss out on opportunities and experience that would benefit them in the future. Today, I strive to offer my students guidance to understand how their degree will help them reach their goals."

Alicia Beckley, M.S.

"I advise because I remember being a first-generation college student and feeling overwhelmed because I had no idea where to start. I advise because I want to be that person for students who guides them not only academically, but holistically with anything that they are struggling with without judgment. Nothing feels better to me than helping my students cross the finish line to degree completion and watch them grow throughout the process!"

Isidoro Espinoza-Barajas

"I want to support students in reaching their goals and be successful in their career."

Annette Mastin

Melissa Ortiz

"Most of my undergrad, I enjoyed involving myself in mentoring positions and being able to be a friendly face students can go to for help. I want to keep fostering that line of support and help students achieve their academic goals."

Jessica Rojas-Avellaneda

"I want to help students reach their highest potential. As a first-generation Latina, I didn't have much guidance when I started college. But I met advisors along the way who helped me achieve my academic and career goals. I want to be a guide for our students during their time at CPP and beyond."

Diana Ascencio, M.S.

"I wanted to be in a space where I could directly help students in reaching their goals. As a first generation student, I learned how to navigate through the university on my own before I was connected to key mentors. I hope to be able to connect students to opportunities, resources, and be there for whatever their needs are."

Ian Carlson, M.S.

"Entering a university can be very challenging. It is a whole new way of life. I greatly enjoy assisting students in navigating the university journey. Every student has a story and great ambitions to make contributions to society. It is more than fun to see the lights in their eyes when they excitedly tell me about their recent accomplishments and aspirations."

Diana Curtis, M.S.

"I was a lecturer at CPP and I really enjoyed the 1:1 mentoring that I was doing with my students during offices hours. Sometimes students would ask me help to finding resources or advice on classes to consider and I really enjoyed doing this so I decided to change careers and move towards academic advising."

Christian Gomez, M.A.

"I decided to become and academic advisor because of what my advisor did for me at my community college. She helped me through a tough time where I did not know what I wanted to do or if I even wanted to continue with my education. She inspired me with how she pulled me out of that slump. I strive to have that kind of impact of the students I work with."

Sheila Ingram, M.S.

"I decided to become an advisor because I am committed to helping students reach their educational goals and become college graduates."

Lorena Roman, M.S., M.Ed.

"As a first-generation student, I understand the importance of having guidance while navigating educational systems. I have a deep-seated belief that education has the power to transform a person's life. Being able to help others find their way through their educational journey is a way of making an impact in our society."

Mario Tapia

"Reflecting on my own challenges in college drove me to pursue a career as an academic advisor, where I could help students cross the finish line and turn their graduation dreams into reality."

Ashley Duran, M.S.

"I chose to become an academic advisor to serve and to be a pillar for my students. I am passionate about seeing the evolution of my students' success. Helping students brings me joy and to be able to help them navigate the higher education system is very rewarding."

Elizabeth Gonzalez Murillo, MPA

"I decided to become an academic advisor because I am passionate about helping others: what better way than guiding and contributing to student success and supporting their development to meet their goals?"