Staff/Board

Mindy Bateman

Director

Mindy Bateman is the Director of the Crossroads Utah Area Health Education Center (AHEC) at Salt Lake Community College, where she has spent more than 26 years supporting students along the health professions pathway. Since 2009, she has led the Crossroads AHEC with a commitment to helping learners explore career options, access meaningful opportunities, and successfully prepare for future roles in healthcare. Her work spans statewide partnerships, interprofessional education, rural health workforce development, and collaborative initiatives with national organizations.

Mindy has served in multiple leadership roles with the National AHEC Organization—including Treasurer, President, and currently Co Chair of the Conference Planning Committee—and has been recognized with numerous state and national awards for her contributions to health education and student advocacy. She holds a Master’s in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University and a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Utah.

Above all, Mindy loves mentoring students. She has worked with learners from high school through professional training and especially enjoys helping those who are first generation, unsure where to start, or exploring different healthcare pathways. Mindy is known for being approachable, supportive, and committed to helping students identify their strengths, build confidence, and take their next steps toward a rewarding career in healthcare.

Campus:

Jordan

Building:

Jordan Health Sciences (JHS)

Room:

120 A

Phone:

801-957-9981

Email:

mindy.bateman@slcc.edu

Arely Guarneros Lopez

Program Coordinator

Arely Guarneros Lopez is the Program Associate at Crossroads Utah AHEC. She leads interactive presentations that expose students to diverse healthcare career paths through exploration and experiential activities. Passionate about community empowerment, Arely actively promotes healthcare education and career awareness through outreach and resource sharing.

She earned an associate degree in Community Health and Leadership at Salt Lake Community College and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Community Health Promotion/Education. Outside of work, Arely enjoys dancing, listening to true crime podcasts, and spending quality time with family, friends, and pets.

Campus:

Jordan

Building:

Jordan Health Sciences (JHS)

Room:

148

Phone:

801-957-6297

Email:

aguarne2@slcc.edu

Lindsey Evans

Secretary

Lindsey Evans is the Secretary for Crossroads Utah AHEC, where she plays a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations and supporting the success of both the team and students. After earning her Medical Assisting license upon graduating high school, Lindsey discovered a passion for the healthcare field and has continued to build her career around helping others thrive within it.

She is known for her strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to efficiency. Lindsey enjoys collaborating with her team, finding solutions to challenges, and contributing new ideas that enhance program effectiveness. She is especially energized by working with students and loves watching them discover their own enthusiasm for healthcare careers. Outside of work, Lindsey enjoys spending quality time with loved ones, staying active through sports such as golf and pickleball, and unwinding with a good book.

Campus:

Jordan

Building:

Jordan Health Sciences (JHS)

Room:

150

Phone:

801-957-6245

Email:

lashby17@slcc.edu