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Transfer Student Center Director csalazar@saonet.ucla.edu Carina Salazaris the Director of UCLA’s Transfer Student Center. She is a passionate and committed advocate in higher education with 20+ years of experience whose leadership philosophy is based on a social justice framework. She strongly believes in access and equity for all students and is committed to making the transfer experience become part of the fabric of UCLA. Carina received an AA degree from Los Angeles Pierce College and…
Transfer Student Center Associate Director smolitoris@saonet.ucla.edu It is a sincere honor to serve as the Associate Director for the Transfer Student Center. Working with transfers to create connections, advocate for change, and build a transfer receptive culture throughout UCLA brings me joy every day in this role. I am passionate about making UCLA a welcoming, accessible & inclusive place for all students. Outside of work, you can find me baking.
Office Management and Volunteer Program Co-Coordinator karzatearenivaz@saonet.ucla.edu I am a 5th year Transfer student transferring from College of the Sequoias in Visalia California. I am majoring in Political Science and Art History. I have a passion for museums and art spaces, and especially enjoy becoming involved in any artistic community or endeavors. As a part of the transfer center staff I hope to gain insight for future career path in education, either as a teacher or counselor.
Student Staff Hello everyone! I am a first-year transfer student from Southwestern College in Chula Vista, CA majoring in psychology with a minor in education studies. Aside from working at the transfer student center, I am a volunteer at Bruin Dine and Food Waste Audit. In my free time I enjoy doing activities such as zip lining, parachute, Disneyland, Universal Studios, shopping, going to the movie theater, and going to concerts. Go Bruins!
MSA Graduate Intern cgarcia@saonet.ucla.edu Hi! It's an honor to serve transfer students within the UCLA community. I myself am a transfer student, attended Modesto Junior College then transferred to and graduated from UC Berkeley. I'm a current graduate student pursuing an M.Ed in Student Affairs. I hope to provide a sense of community and support for all transfers during this trying period of time. Fun fact about me, I'm very passionate about skincare and have a fun Instagram dedicated to…
Office Management and Volunteer Program Co-Coordinator vsiles@orl.ucla.edu It is an honor to serve as Student Staff Support for the Transfer Student Center Student Staff team. As a former transfer student, it feels empowering to have the opportunity to better serve the Transfer Student population at UCLA. I transferred from Miami Dade College to Florida International University where I received my Bachelors in Hospitality & Tourism Management and then went on to receive my Masters of…
Communications Coordinator Hey everyone! I'm Andrew Duffey, I'm a second year transfer from Sierra college and I'm an English major. I'm currently involved with APS (Asian Pre-law Society) on campus with a possible intention of committing to Law school; however, I also actively participate in the fields of creative writing and film, so my future is still in the air! On campus you'll probably find me on the tennis and volleyball courts, or speedily walking to UCLA Law School where I like to…
Mentorship Program Coordinator Hello my amazing UCLA transfers! Glad to be apart of the TSC team this year. I’m a first generation transfer who also identifies as a non-traditional student. I really enjoy connecting with people and hearing about their stories and experiences. I like to read, sing, dance and explore new museums. My favorite place to visit on campus is Ackerman Union! Not only for the Boba but there are a lot of clubs and organizations on campus that hold events there so it’s…
Mentorship Program Coordinator Hi everyone! My name is Emily Otero and I am first-year junior transfer from Irvine Valley College in Orange County, California. I am currently majoring in Cognitive Science in hopes of working in the Tech Industry after graduating! Some things I like to do on my free time is online shop, go on hikes, and hang out with friends. Ever since I moved up to Westwood, my favorite spot to chill out and do homework would be in the Transfer Student Center (duh!).