Education:
B.A. in Sociology, University of California, Berkeley
A.A in Communication Studies, Los Angeles Harbor College
How did you get here?
I’m originally from Los Angeles and transferred to U.C. Berkeley as a first-generation college student hoping to pursue a degree in Sociology. As an undergraduate, I worked as a peer advisor for the Department of Sociology, and was a mentor for NavCal, a field study course committed to supporting students from non-traditional backgrounds as they acclimate to the campus culture. These experiences have helped to solidify my personal and professional commitment to pursue efforts that foster personal and academic growth in higher education. I joined L&S as an Advising Assistant in 2019, became an L&S Intake Advisor in 2020, and am excited to continue in L&S as a College Advisor.
What is your advising philosophy?
I believe the purpose of advising is to provide a safe space of support, compassion, and guidance for students to proactively build upon their academic and personal background, empowering them as they navigate their experience in higher education and beyond. It's importanr for me to encourage students to find perspective in their unique history and experiences, and be able to recognize their story as a source of empowerment. I aim to always be mindful of both the environments & experiences students come to us from, and the space I create for them as an advisor. I value intention, empowerment, and authenticity in working with students. My favorite part of advising is being a growth partner with students. I appreciate the duality in this line of work as I learn from and grow with students simultaneously.
What advice do you have?
My advice to L&S students: Ask questions! Ask all of the questions and please do not be hesitate to reach out. As a former student and now staff member, I recognize the strength in community, the power in outreach, the importance of utilizing resources and support -- all of which UC Berkeley has to offer. Also, if you ever get the chance to take a class with Professor Laleh Behbehanian, 10/10 would recommend :)
A little bit more about me...
I really like cats. I love the ocean. I've followed my favorite band (The Eagles) around the country to attend their concerts. I can recite the alphabet backwards. I almost always have a bottle of Evian water with me.
