Phone: 951-785-2822
Email: kchagnon@lasierra.edu
Location: Humanities Hall 220

Role: Oversee and assist all departments within SASS including: Accessibility & Testing, Academic Advising, Career Services, & The Collaborative Learning Center.
About Me: I earned my BSW at La Sierra University and MSW from CBU. I worked as a therapist for several years before returning to work at my alma mater, La Sierra University. I love supporting students on their academic journeys, and when I’m not working, you can usually find me watching TV, sleeping, or spending time in nature to recharge.

Phone: 951-785-2480
Email: jsutter1@lasierra.edu
Location: Price Science Complex 225

Role: Manage the Academic Advising team by providing consistant support and guidance to the Academic Advisors. As Advisors, we aim to provide individualized, four-year academic planning through a student-centered approach. 
About Me: I began working here at La Sierra University, my alma mater, after I received my B.S. in Psychology. La Sierra has been a home and community to me for many years, and I immensely enjoy contributing to shaping this community for current and future students. When I'm not working, you can find me connecting to nature through riding my bike or camping. 

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Phone: 951-785-2992
Email: egarrido@lasierra.edu
Location: Welcome Center​​​​​​​

Role: Co-run the Office of Career Services. We assist students and alumni reach their career goals by providing practical and hands-on advice & support. 
About Me: I've worked in career services for many years and am passionate about making connections with buisnesses, large & small, to provide a network of resources to the La Sierra community. When I'm not working, you can find me spending quality time with my family. 

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Phone: 951-785-2964
Email: zmelcher@lasierra.edu
Location: Welcome Center​​​​​​

Role: Co-run the Office of Career Services. We assist students and alumni reach their career goals by providing practical and hands-on advice & support. 
About Me: I began working in the Career Services department here at La Sierra after reciving my Master's Degree from CBU. I'm passionate about providing personalized, student-centered, and goal-oriented career support to our campus community. When I'm not working, you can find me spending time with my husband and daughter. 

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Phone: 951-785-2540
Email: clc@lasierra.edu, cmupas@lasierra.edu
Location: Library Room 325

Role: Coordinate and run La Sierra University's tutoring center, known as the Collaborative Learning Center (CLC)
About Me: I graduated from La Sierra University in 2022 with a Mathematics degree, and, while I mostly run the behind-the-scenes for the CLC, you'll often see me helping out our math students as well. My team and I are deeply connected on the idea of meeting every students' academic struggles halfway, so whether you're looking for assistance in any of your STEM courses or you're just looking for a safe space to chat and study with like-minded peers, come give the CLC a shot!

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Phone: 951-785-2629
Email:oas@lasierra.edu, testing@lasierra.edu
Location: Sierra Vista Hall

Role: Oversee the Offices of Acessability & Testing Services by coordinating accommodations to ensure equal access for students with disabilities, as well as assisting with placement testing, equivalency exams, and proctored testing across our campuses.
About Me: I enjoy building connections with students and helping them feel supported and confident as they navigate college life. I earned my BSW from La Sierra University and my MSW from Loma Linda University. Outside of work, I enjoy bonfires, nature walks, and recharging through laughter and meaningful conversations.

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Phone: 951-785-2711
Email: akaatz@lasierra.edu
Location: Gladwyn Hall 207

Role: Assist in running the Advising Division of Pre-Health. We asssit two-year and four-year pre-health students meet their academic goals while they are here at La Sierra & beyond. 
About Me: I graduated from La Sierra University in the Fall of 2021 with a BS in Biological Science. During my time at the university, I was able to immerse myself in research as a member of the Grismer Herpetology Lab. Throughout my time here, I developed a passion for helping students succeed and perform to the best of their abilities. I feel that a necessary component of success is having a community and becoming more involved within your department and campus community.