Agustin Bautista Silva

Assistant Director

Pialli nehuatl notoca Agustin, hello my name is Agustin I have a Bachelor's degree from Weber State University in Electronics Engineering. I was born in Guerrero, Mexico and I am a first-generation college student. College is hard as it is and not being able to know who to turn to with questions can make things harder. That's where I come in, I specifically work with first year students from our Summer Bridge Program, but that does not mean that if you are not part of our program, you can't ask questions, so come visit us if you get stuck trying to navigate SLCC. Our doors are always open, and we are always willing to help. When I am not working with students I like to learn about other cultures and languages. I like nature so being outdoors is a must for me when the weather gets warm. That is a little bit about me, good luck in your classes, pongansen las pilas y hechenle ganas.

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Mattew Wong

Coordinator

Matthew Wong is an SLCC and University of Utah Alumni, with a B.A. in Ethnic Studies and a M.Ed. in Education Leadership & Policy. Matthew serves SLCC as a Bridge Coordinator and Adjunct Faculty member, working with primarily First-Generation college students to build up their navigational skills for educational success. Outside of work Matthew can be found slowly transforming his house into what can only be described as a Video Game Museum.

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Joshua Samson

Coordinator

Joshua Samson earned his B.S. in Mass Media Studies from Missouri State University, his M.F.A. in Film Studies from the University of Utah, and is in a PhD program in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Utah. He is a working filmmaker and artist and has been teaching film since 2005 at various colleges and organizations in the Salt Lake area, including for SLCC for several years. He is also the technical director of Mental Healthy, F.i.T., a local non-profit that uses film, art, and creativity to lift stigma and normalize conversations about mental health. Josh is a coordinator for the Summer Bridge program and has a long professional history of working with students from refugee and immigrant backgrounds.

Amayrani Zarate

Program Associate

I am a proud immigrant from Hidalgo Mexico, however, I have lost big parts of my culture from moving to Utah. I understand that was the sacrifice my parents had to make for me to not have to work at a young age like them. My parents were forced to give up on their educational aspirations however, they saw the value in education and wanted to give me the opportunity they never had. Nothing has ever come easy which has pushed me to always strive to be better than I was yesterday. I may come across as a serious person, but that's because I believe every second is important to be one step closer to my goals. My major is graphic design because I love art and the beauty of self-expression. One of my favorite experiences I get in graphic design is getting lost in a project for hours until I have perfected it to the best of my abilities. I often worry about the future however.

Jordy Malmaceda

Program Associate

I am a first-generation college student majoring in Marketing Management. I like to watch anime, go to the gym, and play video games. I aspire to one day own my own business and work for myself.

Laysha Morales

Senior Peer Mentor

Hello, I am a first-generation student majoring in Philosophy and Religious Studies. I love listening to music, record shopping, hiking, and attending concerts! I am here to support you all in your transition into college. If you have any questions at all (or just want to rant or talk) feel free to ask me anything!

Constance Archuleta

Peer Mentor

My name is Constance Archuleta, I am a Bridge Peer Mentor for the OSS office. I am a 1st generation education major and hope to transfer to the University of Utah after my time at SLCC. I graduated from Kearns High School in 2022. My hobbies include dancing, hiking, listening to music, baking, and hanging out with friends.

Emely Moreno

Peer Mentor

Hi! I’m Emely, and my pronouns are she/her/ella. I’m from El Salvador and I moved to Utah in 2020, so if you are also form El Salvador I’m always glad to meet yall. I’m a peer mentor for the Bridge Program. I’m majoring in Interior Design. I love playing volleyball, dancing, and you’ll always find me in a coffee shop! Let me know if you have questions about the program and I’ll be here to help you.

Juliana Caballero

Peer Mentor

Hello! I'm Juliana Caballero, a Peer Mentor in the Bridge Program. Pro-nouns are she/her/ella and majoring in Business. I was part of the first Bridge Cohort in 2021 and was an amazing experience that I hope to share! My hobbies include shopping and hanging out with friends! Can't wait to see you all at the office and meet you all!

Monique Reynoso

Peer Mentor

I am Monique Reynoso, I am an Elementary Education major. This is my first year at Salt Lake Community College and I really enjoy it. I am a first-generation student originally from California. My goal is to transfer to University of Utah and get my bachelor's in urban education. During my free time I enjoy reading, watching movies and tv shows, as well as listening to music, and spending time with my loved ones. My goal in life is to make an impact by teaching kids to love going to school and enjoy learning.

Orion Gastelum

Peer Mentor

I'm Orion! I'm a peer mentor for the Bridge Program in the OSS and I am more on the techy and virtual side of it! While I still do the responsibilities of other peer mentors, such as events, talking to students, solving student questions, etc. I am more apt to the virtual and online sude of it. While I'm a peer mentor for the Bridge, I'm also a product of the bridge. I joined the first larger summer bridge in 2021, and am happy I did, as prior I didn't have aspirations for higher education. I strive to be an educator in the future. I love video games, cats, manga, and collecting pins.

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Sky Ceron Mendez

Peer Mentor

Hey Hey, my name is Sky I work in the Orientation Student Success specifically with Bridge students. I'm a very outgoing person, music is my whole personality, I love socializing, overall, I'm just an introvert and extrovert you just gotta find out.