Our Team

I am honored to be able to serve our Guardian Scholars as I am so fortunate to be a part of this community. We have a unique opportunity to ensure every student in our program not only graduates a Buff but thrives during their time at the university. We’ll accomplish this through attention to every individual, community building, and workshops to improve real world skills. I couldn’t be more proud...

As a Program Manager, I seek to uplift, empower, and advocate for students. My passion for serving students comes from my experience of being a first-generation Latina graduate. I understand how challenging it can be to navigate higher education and how having a support system makes a positive difference. It brings me joy to support students through mentorship, care, and community. My educational journey started at Front Range Community College...

Miguel Prieto (he/him/el) is originally from Mammoth Lakes, CA with roots in Michoacan, Mexico. Miguel joins our TRiO Student Support Services team as one of our TRiO Program Managers. Being a first-generation Hispanic college graduate and TRiO alumnus, he understands the obstacles that students face on the daily and the support they need to ensure they are successful along their academic journey. Miguel has a passion to help guide and...