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Carla was born and raised in South Los Angeles. The first one in her immediate family
to attend college and receive a doctorate degree. She has over 8 years of experience
working for college preparatory programs such as Upward Bound (UB) and Educational
Talent Search (ETS). Carla majored in Psychology from CSUN and obtained her MS in
Counseling and Clinical Psychology. After her master’s degree she pursued her doctorate
degree in Educational Leadership and Educational Psychology from USC, where she had
the opportunity to go abroad to Beijing, China. She enjoys research and helping students
fulfill their potential and educational endeavors. In her spare time, she loves to
travel, attend concerts, musical festivals, and sporting events, such as Dodger, Laker
and Rams games.
Email: [email protected]
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Adrian Delgado is the Employer Specialist/Job Developer where he has served since
2019. In his role, Adrian oversees the overall function of the Employer Partnerships,
works with career team to facilitate strategic recruitment plans for employers, and
collaborates with ECC departments to strengthen and develop relationships with organizations
hiring ECC talent. Adrian received his Master from Antioch University, Los Angeles
and is passionate about empowering students to navigate job searching and begin their
careers. When he's not on campus Adrian is spending time with his family or at the
beach.
Email: [email protected]
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 Journee is a graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychological Sciences. While at UC
Irvine, she was a member of the Women’s Track and Field team, competing in hurdles
and excelling both athletically and academically. She is currently pursuing her Master
of Science in Counseling with a concentration in Student Development in Higher Education
at California State University, Long Beach. In her free time, Journee enjoys spending
time with friends and loved ones, watching movies, and attending concerts. She is
passionate about supporting students as they navigate higher education and is committed
to serving as a holistic and academic resource to help them succeed!
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Sergio Pineda is an Academic Counselor at El Camino College. He obtained both a bachelor’s
and a master’s degree from California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH). He
began his career in higher education in 2011. Since 2019, Sergio has served as the
apprenticeship counselor at this college, working in outreach and program advocacy.
Additionally, he acts as an industry and faculty liaison, fostering collaboration
and supporting academic and workforce initiatives across divisions.
Email: [email protected]
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LaShandra Batiste-Manary is currently a Counselor at El Camino College, working with
the Teacher Apprenticeship Program. She is a graduate of California State University,
Northridge (CSUN), where she earned her Master’s degree in Counseling with a specialization
in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is currently completing her doctoral dissertation
in Organizational Psychology.
As a first-generation college student, LaShandra is also a product of the California
Community College system. She transferred to CSUN in 2008, where she competed as a
Division I track and field student-athlete. In 2012, while pursuing her master’s degree,
she was hired by the CSUN Athletics Department as a Student Success Mentor. In 2015,
she transitioned to the Matador Achievement Center, where she supported student-athletes.
With over 13 years of experience in education, LaShandra has served in various roles,
including Life Skills Coach, Mentor, Tutor, Senior Learning Specialist, Counselor,
and Assistant Director of Learning Support. She is deeply passionate about supporting
students and helping them thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
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Danielle serves as an Apprenticeship Specialist with a background in student support,
education, and research. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor
in Behavioral Science from California State University, Dominguez Hills and a master’s
degree in Child Development from California State University, Los Angeles.
She has served as a peer counselor and mentor during her undergraduate studies, as
well as working as an instructional aide and program presenter in graduate school.
She is also part of a research team examining parents’ perceptions of children’s bilingual
language development and related parenting practices. Through these experiences, she
has developed her skills in communication, collaboration, student engagement, and
program support that contribute to her work in apprenticeship and workforce development.
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Tanae Aubry is a higher education professional passionate about student success, equity,
belonging, and creating meaningful connections between students and the resources
that support their goals. She has experience across the California State University
and California Community College systems, serving in roles including Peer/Success
Coach, Tutoring Coordinator, Academic Advisor, and Umoja Coordinator. Tanae earned
her B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Dominguez Hills and is pursuing
her M.S. in Student Development in Higher Education at California State University,
Long Beach. Her own experiences navigating higher education continue to shape her
commitment to meeting students where they are and helping them recognize their strengths,
find community, and confidently navigate their college journey.
Tanae is especially passionate about supporting students through transition, building
affirming spaces where students feel a sense of belonging, and helping students turn
their goals into action. At the heart of her work is the belief that students should
never have to navigate higher education alone—and that sometimes, having someone in
your corner can make all the difference.
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Laila Kegler is an ambitious Black professional who enjoys supporting students in
navigating their educational, career, and entrepreneurial journeys. Through embracing
a strong work ethic, she is an advocate for fostering student success through tailored
counseling theories, data-driven strategies, and extending empathy to all. She graduated
from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor of Arts in the
Study of Religion and a minor in African American Studies. She is currently pursuing
a Master of Science in Counseling, with a specialty in Student Development in Higher
Education at the California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). With some experience
in supporting students in career preparation, she will be here to help you prepare
for your career journey as she serves as a Career Advisor at ECC.
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