Los Angeles City College

Meet the FYE team!

Counselors

 

Jessica Cerda

College/University/Grad School: Fullerton College, CSU Fullerton, University of La Verne

Major/Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Master of Science in Educational Counseling

Hometown: Whittier, CA

Favorite snack/food: Pappardelle Pasta and CHEESE!!!!

One interesting fact: I use to Hawaiian Dance for 8 years. 

Piece of advice for FYE students: Make sure to utilize the resources on campus, ask lots of questions and build relationships with students, professors and staff.

 

Eric Romero

College/University/Grad School: Cerritos College, UC Santa Cruz, CSU Long Beach 

Major/Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Master of Science in Counseling, option in Student Development in Higher Education

Hometown: South Gate, CA

Favorite food: Egg (any style!)

One interesting fact: I have double vision so I have to wear glasses to see singular images.

Piece of advice for FYE students: Whenever you have a question, make sure to get up and ask for help. Also, don't forget to get involved on campus so you can make amazing memories!

Success Coaches 

 

Pauline Urias (click on their name to make an appointment)

College/University/Grad School: California State University Dominguez Hills, University Of La Verne

Major/Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Management and Human Resources Concentration, Master of Science in Educational Counseling (in progress)

Hometown: Los Angeles California

Favorite snack/food: Pizza

One interesting fact: I love sneakers and I like to collect, trade, and sell sneakers.

Piece of advice for FYE students: It’s ok to be scared, nervous, sad, anxious, troubled...at first. You got this! Try something new every semester like joining a club, making new friends, attending campus activities, passing classes with straight A’s. Find something that you like and stick with it.

 

Christopher Alaniz  (click on their name to make an appointment)

College/University/Grad School: LA City College, CSU Northridge, CSU Los Angeles

Major/Degree: Associate of Arts in Cinema Production, Bachelor of Arts in Television Production, Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling (in progress)

Hometown: East Los Angeles, CA

Favorite snack/food: Rite Aid Pistachio Ice Cream and Sushi

One interesting fact: I still watch wrestling and I go to WrestleMania every year.

Piece of advice for FYE students: A wise man once said "Never Give UP! Never Surrender! To Infinity & Beyond! Whatever I do, I do it for the students, as I am a product of LACC and want to help students succeed.

 

Sasha Davila(click on their name to make an appointment)

College/University/Grad School: San Diego Mesa Community College, UCLA, CSUDH

Major/Degree: Associate of Arts in Art & French, Bachelor's of Arts in Art History, minor in Chicana(o) Studies, Master's of Science in Counseling, College Counseling (in progress) 

Hometown: San Diego, CA

Favorite snack/food: Sushi, chilaquiles, pad thai, and anything from Trader Joes's

 

One interesting fact: I have 1 cat and 20 plants in my apartment=plant cat lady

Piece of advice for FYE students: I like the quote "Luck favors the prepared" so the more prepared you are the more successful you will be. If you need help with preparedness find the people that will guide and help you stay on track! Use a planner and always stay on top of deadlines and activities to have a healthy life balance.

 

Dean Steckman (click on their name to make an appointment)  

College/University/Grad School: Moreno Valley College, UCLA, CSU Long Beach

Major/Degree: AA in Social and Behavioral Studies, AS in Math and Science, Bachelor of Arts in Gender Studies, Master of Science in Counseling, Student Development in Higher Education (in progress).

Hometown: Moreno Valley, CA

Favorite snack/food: Soul Food and Salads

One interesting fact: I am a single parent of two (one is a teenager)

Piece of advice for FYE students: Enjoy your college experience. Get involved in student government and/or clubs on campus, it is a great way to get to know the campus, its resources, and peers, staff, faculty, and administrators. It is also an opportunity for professional and personal growth and development. Advocate for yourself and network!

Anna Reeves (click on their name to make an appointment) 

College/University/Grad School: Ventura Community College, CSU Long Beach, CSU Northridge

Major/Degree: AA in Social and Behavioral Studies, AS in Math and Science, Associate Degree in Sociology, Bachelor Degree in Sociology & minor in Child Development, Masters Degree in School Counseling (in progress)

Hometown: Camarillo, CA

Favorite snack/food: This is a tough one....pizza, tacos, and ice cream!

One interesting fact: I am a triplet. I have two sisters but we are not identical, they actually tease me for not looking like them! 

Piece of advice for FYE students: When you're stressing out, remember to look to the future. Whatever might seem impossible right now will one day be conquered. Look ahead at your goals and future achievements, and use that as motivation to keep on keeping on. Take advantage of all the resources LACC has to offer and if you feel like giving up, please do not. Lean on your professors, friends, family, and most importantly, your FYE Coach!  

 

Student Workers

 

Caisy Giron

College: I’m in my third year here at Los Angeles City College, by Fall 2020 I’d hopefully transfer to CSULA

Major: Child Development 

Hometown: Los Angeles CA

Favorite Food: Salvadorian and Mexican food 

One interesting fact about me: I’m a mom of one furry monster named Max (the bunny) 

Piece of advice for FYE Students: Everyone struggles at some point through out college, but learning how to overcome those challenges will definitely help you throughout your life. Never give up, it’ll all be worth it at the end! 

 

Hector D. Rojas​

College: Currently a second year student at LA City College, I want to transfer to UC Irvine

Major: Political Science

Hometown: South Central Los Angeles, CA

Favorite food: Tacos and pupusas

One interesting fact: I’ve run the Los Angeles Marathon twice.

Piece of advice for FYE students: College will be filled with difficulties, hardships, and at times failure, but don't let that discourage you. It's alright to fail. Failure helps motivate us to do better.

 

Oscar A. Vasquez, Jr.

College: Currently a second year student at LA City College, I want to transfer to Cal State LA

Major: Administration of Justice

Hometown: Silver Lake, Los Angeles, CA

Favorite food: Asada Fries and Lasagna

One interesting fact: I’ve learned from all my failures and I like to grow from them.

Piece of advice for FYE students: Know your campus, there are so many resources on campus. Help is always there, you just have to put your effort and ask for help.

 

Moises A. Osorio

College: Currently a second year student at LA City College, I want to transfer to Cal Poly SLO 

Major:  Business Administration

Hometown: Hollywood, CA

Favorite food: Burgers, pizza and more 

One interesting fact:  I met Landon Donovan at Walgreens

Piece of advice for FYE students:  Always check Ratemyprofessor before adding a class . Take advantage of FYE and complete as many units as you can .