Our Mission
Career & Leadership Development’s (CLD) mission is to equip our diverse student and alumni population with modern resources that assist, guide, and foster their leadership, professional and career advancement. Through advances in technology and with staff ready to go the extra mile, we provide students with tools to take initiative and excel in their future endeavors.
Our Values
Professionalism
We strive to model and educate professionalism that empowers and prepares students for their future.
Teamwork
We believe in the strength and collaborative power of community thinking that encourages insight, deepens relationships, and drives results.
Diversity
We value our diverse community of learners and we support their development into future community leaders.
Innovation
We promote creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship that drives impactful outcomes.
Personal Touch
We care about the individual needs of students to assist in purposeful career development.
Accessibility
We affirm the importance of access and opportunity through scalable resources and intentional engagement.
Meet our Team!
Interns & Graduate Student Assistants

Jose Francisco Roa
Career Counseling Intern
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Counseling, M.S.

Payton Bush
Student Employment Assistant
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.
Student Assistants

Celeste Safie
Social Media Coordinator
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Communication Studies

Cole Galvin
Graphic Designer
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Visual Communication Design

Kassandra Sarmiento
Front Desk/Events Assistant
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Pre-Nursing

Ariana Rios
Employer Outreach & Events Assistant
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Information Systems

Beverly Irvin
Leadership Development Assistant

Ryan Gardner
Career & Leadership Ambassador
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My Career Path ➔
Major: Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts