If Kathryn could play the guitar, she would literally be a rock star. Yes, she is that cool! She's well known as a scholar in literature, feminist theory, and queer theory, but as far as we're concerned, she is an awesome boss with a quirky personality and a major sweet side.

Park 204
801-581-7569
kathryn.stockton@utah.edu

Park 120
801-585-7926
paula.smith@utah.edu

Sill Center 126
801-213-1229
tawanda.owens@utah.edu

When Marina isn’t at work, you might be able to find them pursuing their wickedly cool hobby as a singer/songwriter. Their dream is to start their own label uplifting black and brown queer/trans artists and musicians. Also, if their photo wasn’t a giveaway, Princess Mononoke is their absolute favorite movie of all time. We challenge you to a quote-off with them!

Park 204
801-581-7569
marina.tijerino@utah.edu

JaTara's life-goal is to own a non-profit aimed at secondary education and job placement. She is well on her way by currently working on her Masters in Public Administration and helping out our administrative team! In her free time, JaTara enjoys reading and riding her horse.

Park 120
801-585-7926
jatara.smith@utah.edu

Samantha is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science through researching the historical and institutional structures creating inequitable policies, practices and barriers that impede the success of Native American communities. Samantha is a past recipient of the U's Equity and Diversity Award and is passionate about serving as an advocate for her community to create and increase equitable access and opportunities.

AIRC
801-581-7019
samantha.eldridge@utah.edu

He’s a huge movie admirer. Just ask him. Favorite sci-fi film? The Matrix. Favorite horror film? Paranormal Activity. He could go on and on. Luckily for you his passion is in helping students like you get the most out of your education through scholarships and outreach.

Park 120
801-581-5640
f.matagi@utah.edu

Estela provides her spectacular expertise across campus by coordinating events and generating press releases. This all sounds very complicated, and it is! But luckily for us, Estela not only does mind-blowing work, she does it with style. (And patience!) Plus, where would we be without her timely sarcasm?

Park 120
801-587-3342
estela.hernandez@utah.edu

Kaya is a brilliant designer with a ridiculously sweet personality. Add in that she's also learning all about the web world, and pretty soon she will be totally unstoppable! With her talents, I wouldn't be surprised if a madman in a blue box recruited her to help him save the world... again.

Park 120
801-581-4250
kaya.aman@utah.edu

Emily’s most cherished pastime and deepest love are video games. Her dream job is to become a video game concept artist, and she could go on for hours celebrating truly revolutionary concepts in the industry. When she’s not dissecting plots and critiquing gameplay, Emily enjoys singing and playing her ukulele as often as she can!

Park 120
801-581-4250
emily.pantoja@utah.edu

As a mother of two, grandmother of five, and auntie to many, Franci has always wanted the best for others. She has dedicated the last 25 years towards increasing access for all under-represented students and American Indian education. She’s definitely an asset to our team!

AIRC
801-581-7019
franci.taylor@utah.edu

George is a Hoopa tribal member, Humboldt State University alumnus, owner of War Pony Films, and award-winning filmmaker. He is currently working on a series of educational films that are documenting the Hoopa culture and language for preservation within the tribe for the future generations of the Hoopa Tribe.

AIRC
801-581-7019

Samantha is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science through researching the historical and institutional structures creating inequitable policies, practices and barriers that impede the success of Native American communities. Samantha is a past recipient of the U's Equity and Diversity Award and is passionate about serving as an advocate for her community to create and increase equitable access and opportunities.

AIRC
801-581-7019
samantha.eldridge@utah.edu

Park 120
801-585-7926
paula.smith@utah.edu

Sill Center 126
801-213-1229
tawanda.owens@utah.edu

JaTara's life-goal is to own a non-profit aimed at secondary education and job placement. She is well on her way by currently working on her Masters in Public Administration and helping out our administrative team! In her free time, JaTara enjoys reading and riding her horse.

Park 120
801-585-7926
jatara.smith@utah.edu

As head of leadership, education, and coordination of student diversity support programs, Tricia directs all goals, guidelines, and initiatives in SED. While a proud member of an active book club…er…audio book club and fan of fishing, she still manages to co-advise for the AASA and reserves a high-five for each of her diversity students at graduation! Will there be one for you?

Union 235
801-587-9568
t.sugiyama@utah.edu

Our very own Super Saiyan advises current and potential transfer students from SLCC, Snow College, and the U. [Power-up Intensifies] On top of that, Paul co-advises the transfer honor society, Tau Sigma, and AASA and assists in events, workshops, and classes related to transfer students throughout the year! [Power-up level and number of transfer students grow] It’s over 9,000!

Union 235
801-581-3328
paul.fisk@utah.edu

“Ti” was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. His passion is education and providing support to student’s success. He is known for his smile, laughter and genuine care. If you stop by his office, he always has something he would love to share with you. If you would really like to know him, ask about his days as a student at East High School.

Union 235
801-581-8151
d.kinikini@utah.edu

Rudy is a Warriors and Raiders fan who likes to hike and read. While head of the Diversity Scholars Program, he also finds time to advise M.E.Ch.A. and work with student leaders.

Union 235
801-585-1538
rudy.medina@utah.edu

Portia works to support and advocate for the success of fantastic students in CESA - like you - to ensure you demonstrate your intelligence and resilience, stay connected on campus, and graduate from the U! She enjoys a good laugh, painting, crafting, and showing off her dance moves. Plus her baking game is on point (requests accepted). She even shares her joy for students by advising BSU. #Magic

Union 235
801-587-9567
portia.saulabiu@utah.edu

Anthony can do and loves everything. Really. From operating as the outreach representative, taking adventures (boating, four-wheeling, hiking, etc.), teaching Navajo language and culture, adding to his 100+ Barbie doll collection (film editions only, of course!), co-advising the ITSA, tending his salsa and mint garden, and advising students like you. Aren’t you lucky?!

Union 235
801-585-6458
a.shirley@utah.edu

Giulia supports students explore major and career paths and develop a plan to achieve your goals. As a Diversity Scholar alumna, she can connect you with alumni. She loves to dance, especially Peruvian Folklore. Passionate about providing equitable education in Latin America, she interned in Honduras & Peru and got a M.S.Ed in International Educational Development at UPenn.

Union 235
801-581-8151
giulia.soto@utah.edu

As outreach coordinator, Martha is here to help students connect with the great advisors and programs in CESA, and other resources on campus. Martha is a history teacher by training and a cat-lover by heart. When she is not reading, gardening, or watching documentary films, you can find her visiting a national park.

Union 235
801-581-4378
martha.hernandez@utah.edu

Union 235
801-581-8142
K.Mohamed@utah.edu

AnaJenny is the first friendly face you see when you walk into CESA. As student staff, she is proactive, intelligent, fierce and perceptive. Some of her favorite things include the color black, wrestling and babies.

Union 235
801-581-8151
anajenny.fernandez@utah.edu

Union 235
801-581-8151
u1183111@utah.edu

Clare is committed to fostering a university community that celebrates queer and trans histories, cultures, and lives. She is super qualified in this endeavor, since she earned her Ph.D. by researching the history of sexuality, LGBTQ social movements, U.S. feminist movements, and queer femininities! Clare loves to cook, shop at thrift stores and farmer’s markets, watch movies, travel, and spend time with her magnificent bulldog.

Union 409
801-587-7973

Gabriella is a proud "mombot" of two long-haired queer spawn, fighting against oppression the best ways any 2 young activists can. She has a passion for social justice, social healing, trauma-informed community building, centering femmes, and getting away with whatever she can. She is an idealist committed to justice work.

Union 409
801-587-7973
GBlanchard@sa.utah.edu

Bree recently relocated from Indiana, and is enjoying seeing mountains in the distance instead of cornfields. She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in photography/graphic design. She is passionate about LGBTQ activism, hiking and traveling, and reading books about the Pacific Crest Trail.

Union 409
801-587-7973
BPeacock@sa.utah.edu

Bethany earned her B.A. in Global Studies from University of the Pacific in California in 2017, and enjoys superheroes, pilates, learning about different countries, and considering the connections between gender, sexuality, and culture.

Union 409
801-587-7973
BRunsten@sa.utah.edu

Lenny is a student in Middle Eastern Studies who hopes to make a positive impact by practicing medicine within displaced populations in the Near East and North Africa. Lenny believes in the realization of equity and equality through Social Justice, queer and trans activism, and embracing cultural identities.

Union 409
801-587-7973
lliechty@sa.utah.edu

Comstock is an art student studying ceramics. She pursues means of integrating the queer experience into visual artwork as part of a dedication to social justice, intersectionality, and radical means of expression. She is a believer in the power of community and transformative praxis. In her spare time, Comstock enjoys poetry, museums, and hiking.

Union 409
801-587-7973
ecomstock@sa.utah.edu

If Kathryn could play the guitar, she would literally be a rock star. Yes, she is that cool! She's well known as a scholar in literature, feminist theory, and queer theory, but as far as we're concerned, she is an awesome boss with a quirky personality and a major sweet side.

Park 204
801-581-7569
kathryn.stockton@utah.edu

If you have any questions about Ethnic, Disability, or Gender studies, try to make an appointment with or email Jen. Her main objective is to help students reach their full academic potential while they’re part of the Transform family. She also teaches yoga, so she can help keep your mental and physical state in balance as well! Who can ask for anything more from their advisor?!

GC 4200
801-581-5140
jen.wozab@utah.edu

Hailing from New Zealand, Angela directs the Disability Studies initiative, which oversees the Disability Studies minor and brings together researchers on disability topics from all over campus. She’s an Associate Professor in English and Gender Studies, and her research interests include disability representation, horror movies, and feminist theory. She enjoys baking and watching depressing Nordic noir.

GC 4200
801-581-7992
ang.smith@utah.edu

GC 4200
801-581-5886
Edmund.Fong@utah.edu

From mentoring undergrad students to coordinating recruitment activities to teaching ethnic studies classes to serving on various university committees, Elizabeth keeps things running smoothly in the Ethnic Studies Program. When the zombie apocalypse is upon us, we know who will be giving orders, especially since she’s already preparing!

GC 4200

elizabeth.archuleta@utah.edu

Maria is a native Texan whose main goals are to help you have the best experience in your academic career and reach your potential. She can help you with just about anything; permission codes to add classes, schedule student meeting space, message your professor when all else fails, get you in touch with student advisors, offer directions when lost, and if nothing else - a friendly hello!

GC 4200
801-581-5206
maria.morales@utah.edu

GC 4200
801-581-5206
A.Ghandehari@utah.edu

Susie embodies the word “passionate”. She’s a mother, director, instructor, and Westside Leadership Institute Member and has many publications in English and Spanish (she’s fluent!). Her feminism does not require you to put the toilet seat down…but you might want to!

GC 4200
801-585-5693
s.porter@utah.edu

At a towering 5’2”, this fan of walking her dog Fritz, building Legos and mowing her lawn, mentors graduate TA’s, advises gender studies students, serves on multiple committees/councils, and teaches various classes within the GS Program and the Gender Justice Scholars Program (she’s a co-founder!). Someone get her an intern!

GC 4200
801-585-3283
kim.hackford-peer@utah.edu

With the help from her mighty desk phone, she keeps everything on task and moving efficiently in the Gender Studies Office. An epic administrative assistant by day and crafty quilter by night, it’s Pat Ross, the Administrative Assistant of Gender Studies! Wham! She schedules GS courses! Swoosh! Answers and relays phone calls! Ka-pow! How does she do it? Who knows?! It’s Pat Ross!

GC 4200
801-581-8094
pat.ross@utah.edu