Name: Charles Hoberg
Position: Subject Tutor
Major: Accounting
Subjects: ACCT-50 (General Accounting), ACCT-1 (Financial Accounting), ACCT-2 (Managerial Accounting), BCA-15 (Bus Comp App-Beg), GNBUS-56 (Business Math)
Educational goals:  Transferring after earning my associates.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I enjoy the opportunity of helping my fellow students understand the material they are learning.

Name: Tyler Hughes-Garcia
Position: RAWC Tutor
Major: English
Subjects: ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), ENGL-1B (Write/Think w/ Lit), ENGL-1C (Crit Thk/Adv Comp), ENGL-1X (ENGL 1A Support), ETHN-11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies), ETHN-6 (History of Race and Ethnicity in America), General Writing + Formatting (Natural Sciences; Social Sciences; Humanities; General Business), SPECH 1 (Public Speaking), SPECH-7 (Interpersonal Communication)
Educational goals: To potentially teach English overseas and work in the Entertainment Industry.
What excites you about working in the SSC? Being able to make someone smile and be assured that they aren’t alone and that there’s always ways to ask for help. That one tutoring session can brighten their mood and that’s always a good feeling!
Name: Emily Rozelski
Position: SI Leader, Subject Tutor, RAWC Tutor
Major: Psychology
Subjects: STAT-1 (Intro to Stats), BIOL-10L (General Biology), ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), ENGL-1B (Write/Think w/ Lit), ENGL-1C (Crit Thk/Adv Comp), ENGL-1X (ENGL 1A Support), ETHN-11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies), ETHN-6 (History of Race and Ethnicity in America), General Writing + Formatting (Natural Sciences; Social Sciences; Humanities; General Business), SPECH 1 (Public Speaking), SPECH-7 (Interpersonal Communication)
Educational goals: To further my knowledge around how humans think and to implement a healthier mindset around mental illness.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I love working somewhere that allows me to help others achieve their goals. I’ve always been inclined to help others and the look on someone’s face when they have an “aha” moment is just the best!

Name: Cassius Vaughn Baxter
Position: Clerk at LCC, Subject Tutor
Major: Agricultural Business Degree
Subjects: STAT-1 (Intro to Stats), ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), ENGL-1B (Write/Think w/ Lit), ENGL-1C (Crit Thk/Adv Comp), ENGL-1X (ENGL 1A Support), ETHN-11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies), ETHN-6 (History of Race and Ethnicity in America), HIST-17A + 17B (US History 1+2), General Writing + Formatting (Natural Sciences; Social Sciences; Humanities; General Business), SPECH 1 (Public Speaking), SPECH-7 (Interpersonal Communication)
Educational goals: Associates with plans to transfer.
What excites you about working in the SSC? Helping people and seeing new faces.
Name: Marisol Mora
Position:  Chem 1B Supplemental Instructor
Major: Biology
Subjects: CHEM-2A (Intro to Chem), CHEM-1A (Gen Chem I), CHEM-1B (Gen Chem II), CHEM-18A (Organic Chem I), CHEM-18B (Organic Chem II)
Educational goals:  Attend medical school.
What excites you about working in the SSC? Getting to help others who are on the same path as me.
Name: Yahaira Ramirez
Position: Clerk
Major: Business
Educational goals: Transfer to a 4-year university
What excites you about working in the SSC? Being able to help others when they face barriers and seeing people get excited about learning!

Name: Monserrat Castillo 
Position: Embedded Tutor
Major: Psychology
Educational goals: My goal is to earn my associates here in WCC, transfer to Sac State and continue with my education to someday become a counselor for either high school or college students.
What excites you about working in the SSC? What excited me about working in the SSC is that it lets me help students and knowing that I am the best person to help them since I was in their shoes a few semesters ago. I think its a great opportunity to be able to help these students out and facilitate their experience as college students.

Name: Katherine Alexakos
Position: Chemistry SI Leader
Major: Biology
Subjects: CHEM-2A (Intro to Chem), CHEM-1A (Gen Chem I), CHEM-1B (Gen Chem II), PHYS-1A (General Physics I)
Educational goals: Attend vet school
What excites you about working in the SSC? What excites you about working in the SSC? Helping students to improve their skills in learning and studying. And being a part of an environment that allows students to feel comfortable to come and ask for help. I love seeing students learning about the material and becoming curious to explore further into the topic/subject.
Name: Mariana Ramirez 
Position: RAWC and Subject Tutor, Clerk
Major: Biochemistry
Subjects: CHEM-2A (Intro to Chem), CHEM-1A (Gen Chem I), CHEM-1B (Gen Chem II), ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), General Writing + Formatting
Educational goals: I plan to transfer to a 4-year university to get my BA in Biochemistry and then become a clinical lab scientist.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I’m excited to work at the SCC because I know how challenging some classes can be and the Student Success Center always made me feel more confident in my schoolwork, so I’m excited to help other people succeed in their classes as well!

Name: Mia Mendoza
Position: RAWC and Subject Tutor
Major: Social and Behavioral Sciences
Subjects: ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), ENGL-1B (Write/Think w/ Lit), General Writing + Formatting, ECE-31 (Child, Family, Comm), ECE-3 (Child Growth/Dev), PSYCH-1A (Intro Psychology), PSYCH-41 (Lifespan Development), ART-5 (Art Appreciation), HIST-17A (US History)
Educational goals: I plan to transfer to a 4-year school where I can pursue a double major in English and Psychology, with a minor in Education. I hope to one day become an English teacher at either a middle or high school level.
What excites you about working in the SSC? What excites me the most about working in the SSC is creating a sense of community with our students. I want to do my part in providing the necessary tools and information that will give someone the opportunity to further develop confidence in their abilities. I can’t wait to get started!
Name: Emaan Khan 
Position: Clerk
Major: Criminal Justice
Educational goals: Transferring and earning my associate’s degree.
What excites you about working in the SSC? The experience involves helping others, meeting new people, and seeing new faces. The most exciting and fulfilling aspect of working at the Student Success Center is collaborating with an enthusiastic bunch of students who want to help others succeed.
Name: Joe Slaight 
Position: RAWC Tutor
Major: Mathematics
Subjects: ENGL-1A / 1X (Coll Comp/Read), General Writing + Formatting
Educational goals: I would like to use my G.I. Bill to obtain a degree
What excites you about working in the SSC? I’m excited to be part of a team and help my fellow students.
Name: Emily Stoeckle 
Position: RAWC and Subject Tutor
Major: Pre-health Occupations
Subjects: English 1A / 1X (Coll Comp/Read), General Writing + Formatting, BIOL-4 (Anatomy)
Educational goals:  Transferring to a sonography program after getting my associates degree. 
What excites you about working in the SSC? What excites me about working in the SSC is that I can give students the same successful school experience that I received this past year by helping them achieve their academic goals while navigating campus resources. The SSC is a great place to help others, as well as provide a safe/welcoming environment for students to destress and get assistance with their class work.
WCC Work Hours:
Name: Willow Nunez
Position: SSC Clerk
Major: Nursing
Subjects: BIOL-10L (General Biology), BIOL-15 (Bioscience), ENGL-1A (Coll Comp/Read), ENGL-1B (Write/Think w/ Lit), ENGL-1C (Crit Thk/Adv Comp), ENGL-1X (ENGL 1A Support), ETHN-11 (Introduction to Ethnic Studies), ETHN-6 (History of Race and Ethnicity in America), General Writing + Formatting (Natural Sciences; Social Sciences; Humanities; General Business), SPECH 1 (Public Speaking), SPECH-7 (Interpersonal Communication)
Educational Goals: Transferring to a four year, getting my degree and becoming a traveling RN.
What excites you about working at the SSC? The ability to meet all kinds of people at different stages of their lives.
LCC Work Hours:
Name: Emily Knighton
Position(s): Microbiology SI Leader
Major: Biology / Pre-Health
Subjects: Microbiology; also able to help with general bio, anatomy, and physiology
Educational goals: To finish taking prereqs and attend a Physician Assistant program next year.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I am excited to have the opportunity to help students in microbiology because I enjoyed the class and I think it’s important to build confidence in science.
Name: Yogita Sharma
Position(s): English Tutor
Major: Esol- W5048,Healthcare Business
Subjects: Esol-W5048, Ah-311 Med Lang for Health care providers, Ah-108 intro to health
Educational goals: My goal is focusing on skills, knowledge, creativity, and resilience to prepare for life and work.
What excites you about working in the SSC? –  Excited to meet and help students
Name: Isiah Lopez
Position: Supplemental Instructor Leader
Major: Mathematics/Physics
Subject: PHYS4A (Classical Mechanics)
Educational Goal: Go to graduate school and receive a PhD
What excites you about working at the SSC? I am excited to share the love of learning and overcoming a challenging subject, especially one as interesting such as physics.
Name: David Hudson
Position(s): SI Leader
Major: Environmental Horticulture
Subjects: PLSCI 20 (Plant Science)
Educational goals: Transfer to UC Davis and Environmental Law after that.
What excites you about working in the SSC? Being able to help others learn and hopefully share my love of plants.
Name: Justin Kuang
Position(s): SI leader, Tutor
Major: Mathematics
Subjects: Math-1A
Educational goals: I plan to transfer to a UC campus and pursue a degree in Computer Science.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I want to help students build confidence in challenging subjects and supporting collaborative learning.
Name: Sam Recinos
Position: Microbiology SI leader
Major: Animal Science
Subjects: Biology 6 (Microbiology)
Educational goals: I will be applying to veterinary school this fall.
What excites you about working in the SSC? I’m excited to work at the Student Success Center because I enjoy helping students find new ways to understand challenging material. During my undergraduate studies at UC Davis, I struggled in some science courses, which taught me that success comes from developing effective study strategies and not from being naturally good at a subject. I am excited to support students in building confidence, developing effective study habits, and realizing that it is possible to succeed in science even if it doesn’t come easily at first.
Name: Olivia Crucillo
Position(s): Subject Tutor
Major: Chemistry
Subjects: MATH 1A (Calculus 1)
Educational goals: Transfer to Sac State and start a career in medical research
What excites you about working in the SSC?: I want to meet new people and help fellow students succeed, because I understand how difficult classes can be.
Name: Alex Portnoy
Position: SI Leader for Chem1A
Major: Pre-Health
Educational goals: My goal is to transfer to Sac State for nursing.
Name: Gabriella Garcia
Position(s): Embedded tutor
Major: Social Science
Subjects: Historical Geology
Educational goals: Transfer fall of 2026
What excites you about working in the SSC? I am excited to help students understand concepts I find interesting.
Name: Nicol Poe
Position: Culinary Tutor
Major: Culinary Arts
Subjects: Culinary, general education
Educational Goals: To graduate with my associate’s in Culinary Arts
What excites you about working in the SSC?: To help other students be successful
Name: Bre Towery
Position: Tutor/Embedded tutor
Major: English
Subjects: English
Educational goals: Become a published author
What excites you about working in the SSC?: I really enjoy helping people grasp concepts and start to apply it to their writing. Working with people and encouraging them to believe in themselves while they tackle their assignments is one of my favorite things about being a tutor.
Name: Marcus Hernandez
Position: SI Leader
Major: None
Subjects: Chem-2A
Educational goals: Get a degree, and take a vacation.
What excites you about working in the SSC? Helping others understand that chemistry can be easy to learn.