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EOPS/CARE
Utilizing a student-centered approach, Mt. SAC's EOPS/CARE program provides over an above personalized ongoing comprehensive support services to historically underrepresented and low-socioeconomic students in order to increase their sense of belonging, self-efficacy and awareness of opportunities to help students achieve their academic and personal goals.

EOPS/CARE Leadership

  • Julie Marquez Director, EOPS/CARE/NextUp/REACH & CalWORKs EOPS/CARE/NextUp/REACH & CalWORKs
    909-274-5930
    About Dr. Julie Marquez
    Dr. Julie Marquez has served as the Director of EOPS/CARE at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog for over seven years, and she is dedicated to leading with a strong commitment to equity, access, and student success.
  • Sara Gamez Assistant Director, EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs
    909-274-5391
    About Dr. Sara Gamez
    Dr. Sara Gamez is the Assistant Director of EOPS/CARE & CalWORKs at Mt. San Antonio College.

Coordinator

  • Bianca Valle Ward EOPS/CARE Coordinator EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4526
    About Bianca Valle Ward
    Bianca Valle Ward is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

Counselors

  • Tony Rivas EOPS/CARE Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4692
    About Tony Rivas
    Tony Rivas is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Hector Sanchez EOPS/CARE Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-5188
    About Hector Sanchez
    Hector Sanchez is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Urias Garcia EOPS/CARE Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-5652
    About Urias Garcia
    Urias Garcia is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Carolyn Lake-Bain EOPS/CARE Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-5918
    About Carolyn Lake-Bain
    Carolyn Lake-Bain is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Luzolo Luzombe Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Luzolo Luzombe

    Luzolo Omer Luzombe is an EOPS Adjunct Counselor at Mount San Antonio College. He joined the Mount San Antonio College Counseling Department in February 2016. Luzolo comes from the Los Angeles Community College District where he has been serving EOPS students since 2005 at West Los Angeles College and Los Angeles Trade Tech College. As an EOPS Adjunct Counselor at Los Angeles Trade Tech College, Luzolo has been serving as the EOPS Support Program Counselor, currently renamed Rise Together Program. The Rise Together Program serves EOPS students who are on academic and/or progress probation. In addition, at Los Angeles Trade Tech College, Luzolo worked as a First Year Experience Adjunct Counselor, Co-Coordinator of the Writing Center, and Coordinator of the Reading Center. Furthermore, Luzolo has taught Personal Development/Counseling courses, Basic Skills courses, and Learning Skills courses. He has developed and facilitated student success workshops. Luzolo’s publications cover the fields of religion, psychology, and education. Luzolo fluently speaks English, French, Kikongo, and Lingala.

    BA – Philosophy, SS Peter & Paul Seminary, Ibadan, Nigeria

    BA – Theology, Facultes Catholiques de Kinshasa (Universite Catholique du Congo), Republique Democratique du Congo

    MA – Canon Law, Facultes Catholiques de Kinshasa (Universite Catholique du Congo), Republique Democratique du Congo

    MS – Counseling Psychology, Mount St Mary’s College (Mount St Mary’s University), Los Angeles, California

    Ed.D. – Higher Education Leadership and Organizational Studies, Bay Path University, Massachusetts

  • Jazmin Hurtado Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Luzolo Luzombe
    Luzolo Luzombe is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Selene Roman Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Selene Roman
    Selene Roman is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Alyssa Garcia Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    About Alyssa Garcia
    Alyssa Garcia is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Charlie Nguyen Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Charlie Nguyen
    Charlie Nguyen is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Pedro Alvarez Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Pedro Alvarez
    Pedro Alvarez is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Angela Crisantos Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Angela Crisantos
    Angela Crisantos is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Sandy Than Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Sandy Than
    Sandy Than is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Kendra Ubierna Adjunct Counselor EOPS/CARE
    909-274-4500
    About Kendra Ubierna
    Kendra Ubierna is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

Program Specialists

  • Kaitlyn Yrineo Student Services Program Specialist II EOPS/CARE
    909-274-5981
    About Kaitlyn Yrineo
    Kaitlyn Yrineo is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Sandra Aquino Student Services Program Specialist II EOPS/CARE
    909-274-6298
    About Sandra Aquino
    Sandra Aquino is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Sabrina Otero Administrative Specialist I EOPS/CARE
    909-274-6424
    About Sabrina Otero
    Sabrina Otero is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Evie Loadjaja Program Account Specialist EOPS/CARE
    About Evie Loadjaja
    Evie Loadjaja is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

Peer Navigators

  • Uriel Cardenas EOPS/CARE Peer Navigator EOPS/CARE
    About Uriel Cardenas
    Uriel Cardenas is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Janelle Martinez EOPS/CARE Peer Navigator EOPS/CARE
    About Janelle Martinez
    Janelle Martinez is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Vanessa Rodriguez EOPS/CARE Peer Navigator EOPS/CARE
    About Vanessa Rodriguez
    Vanessa Rodriguez is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Kassandra Torres EOPS/CARE Peer Navigator EOPS/CARE
    About Kassandra Torres
    Kassandra Torres is an EOPS/CARE team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

EOPS/CARE Project Expert

  • Heather Meltesen Student Services Support V EOPS/CARE, NextUp/REACH, & CalWORKs
    About Heather Meltesen
    I am a Mount San Antonio Alumnus who has earned an A.A. in Graphic Design, Animation, and Fine Arts/Illustration.  I've been working with the EOPS/CARE, NextUp/REACH, and CalWORKs teams for four years, and I love using my artistic talents to bring information to students to help ensure their success by connecting them with important resources.

 

NextUP/REACH
The NextUp/REACH Program is an educational program designed to assist and support current and former Foster Youth in their transition into college, while attending ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog, and as they graduate or transfer to a University. We are committed to be a partner of our Foster Youth students and walk with them side by side in their educational endeavor.

NextUP/REACH Leadership

  • Jeze Lopez Assistant Director, NextUp/REACH NextUp/REACH
    909-274-6528
    About Jeze Lopez
    Jeze Lopez is the Assistant Director of NextUp/REACH at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

Counselor

  • Cristina Freeborn EOPS/NextUp/REACH Counselor EOPS/NextUp/REACH
    About Cristina Freeborn
    Cristina Freeborn is an EOPS, NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Stephanie Lopez Adjunct Counselor EOPS/NextUp/REACH
    909-274-4380
    About Stephanie Lopez
    Stephanie Lopez is a first-generation college graduate passionate about supporting students as they navigate higher education. She earned her Bachelor’s in Health Science with a minor in Child and Adolescent Development from CSUF and her Master’s in College Counseling and Student Development from APU. Stephanie is dedicated to helping students feel supported, seen, and empowered throughout their college journey, guiding them to identify their strengths and achieve their goals. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
  • Laura Anaya Adjunct Counselor EOPS/NextUp/REACH
    909-274-4380
    About Laura Anaya
    Laura Anaya began her educational journey at Rio Hondo College, where she earned Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT) in Sociology and Social Work. She went on to complete her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at California State University, Los Angeles, and her Master’s degree in Social Work at California State University, Long Beach. As a proud alumna of EOPS, a member of the DACAmented community, and a non-traditional student, Laura understands the challenges of navigating higher education. She personally experienced the uncertainty of struggling to find a career path that aligned with her strengths, and now uses that journey to empower students in finding their own direction.
    Her counseling philosophy is rooted in equity, empowerment, and belonging. Laura believes that every student carries unique strengths and lived experiences that can be leveraged for success. She is committed to providing student-centered, holistic, and culturally responsive support that not only guides students through their academic, career, and personal goals, but also validates their identities and removes barriers along the way.
    Grounded in her social work background, Laura integrates advocacy, compassion, and collaboration in her work. She views counseling as a partnership with students — one that encourages resilience, celebrates progress, and fosters confidence in their ability to achieve their goals.

Program Specialists

  • Briseida Maciel Program Specialist II EOPS, NextUp/REACH
    909-274-6382
    About Briseida Maciel
    Briseida Maciel is an EOPS, NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Kriistal Bilderbach Life Skills Specialist NextUp/REACH
    (909) 274-5073
    About Kriistal Bilderbach
    Kriistal Bilderbach is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Carla Tablas Administrative Specialist III NextUp/REACH
    (909) 274-6535
    About Carla Tablas
    Carla Tablas is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

Peer Navigators

  • Emilia Hickman NextUp/REACH Peer Navigator NextUp/REACH
    About Emilia Hickman
    Emilia Hickman is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Nev Mockmaire NextUp/REACH Peer Navigator NextUp/REACH
    About Nev Mockmaire
    Nev Mockmaire is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Anthony Munoz NextUp/REACH Peer Navigator NextUp/REACH
    About Anthony Munoz
    Anthony Munoz is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

NextUP/REACH Project Expert

  • Yecenia Ramirez Student Services Support V NextUp/REACH
    909-274-6556
    About Yecenia Ramirez
    Yecenia Ramirez is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Michael Papias Project Expert II NextUp/REACH
    About Michael Papias
    Michael Papias is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Lisa Gomez Project Expert III NextUp/REACH
    About Lisa Gomez
    Lisa Gomez is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.
  • Benji Louis Hernandez Student Support Specialist III NextUp/REACH
    About Benji Louis Hernandez
    Benji Louis Hernandez is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

 

Student Worker

  • Alexia Aguilar Student Worker NextUp/REACH
    909-274-6556
    About Alexia Aguilar
    Alexia Aguilar is a NextUp/REACH team member at ×îÐÂÌÇÐÄVlog.

 

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