Meet the staff

Meet Our Staff

At the heart of Ventura College's commitment to supporting students is our Basic Needs Center. We focus on helping every student with every need. By embracing a holistic approach, Ventura College sets an example for educational institutions committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. The Basic Needs Center is a hub for resources and assistance, providing a safe and welcoming environment for students facing basic need challenges.

Maria Crisosto Calderon | Basic Needs Specialist
maria_crisosto1@vcccd.edu
maria crisosto
Vanessa Velasquez
vanessa_velazquez1@vcccd.edu

Basic Needs Specialist

Aleec Martinez
aleec_martinez1@vcccd.edu

Warehouse Assistant

Joselin Martinez | Communication Assistant
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joselin martinez
Alma Rodriguez | Basic Needs Center Supervisor / Financial Aid Officer
arodriguez@vcccd.edu
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Jada Yarnall | Administrative Assistant
jyarnall@vcccd.edu
Jada Yarnall

Basic Needs Peer Ambassadors

Dulce Contreras

Hello my name is Dulce Contreras and this is my second year attending Ventura College. I’m currently majoring in psychology hoping to eventually transfer to a 4 year and get my Masters as well. I’m an athlete here at VC playing for the Women’s Tennis team. I enjoy helping others and making people feel heard, understood, and overall making people feel good about themselves.

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