Name: Julissa or Julie Deluna
Pronouns: She/Her
Languages: English & Spanish (hablo español)
Major: Mechanical Engineering (plan to transfer fall 2023)
I’m a first generation Latina college student. I love Disneyland despite the fact that my favorite movie is Shrek (the first one is the best). Also, my favorite color is pink!
Fun fact: I can probably recite the entire Shrek movie.
What I'm most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: Being there for other first generation college students when they feel like they are in this alone and to give them first hand experience and advice to guide students to pursue their best selves in the STEM community.
Name: Leslie Cervantes
Pronouns: She/Her
Languages: Spanish & English (hablo español)
Major: Mathematics (emphasis in Statistics once I transfer)
Fun fact: I spent the pandemic baking and cooking and it has turned into a hobby of mine.
What I'm most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: Helping new students adjust to college.
Name: Fatima Waqar
Pronouns: She/Her
Languages: English, Urdu, Hindi, Spanish, & Punjabi
Major: Computer Science
I have always had the passion of learning how to code in different computer languages and explore the vast fields of information technologies. Other than that, I love traveling and exploring various cultures and perspectives around the world. This upcoming year is my last year at Ventura College and then I will be transferring to a four year college. Additionally, I love spending time with my family and go hiking with my sister.
Fun fact: I can communicate in five different languages which allows me to interact with people of various cultures and ethnicities
What I'm most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: This is an excellent opportunity for me to explore and learn peer mentor skills allowing me to experience something new and helping STEM students out with the best of my abilities. Being a STEM student myself, this position will expose me to new ideas and perspectives that will definitely help me in the long run.
Name: Andrea Venegas
Pronouns: She/Her
Languages: English & Spanish (hablo español)
Major: Chemistry
I enjoy chemistry and science in general because I like learning about how the world works. I also like to watch movies for entertainment and some of my favorites are The Princess and the Frog by Disney and There Will Be Blood. plan on transfering in Fall 2023 and minoring in astronomy or biology.
Fun Fact: I love graphic novels and my favorite is probably Frankenstein by Junji Ito.
What I'm looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: I am hoping to spread encouragement and be supportive. I understand how daunting STEM classes and college in general can be so I wish to help alleviate some stress and be there for students who need help.
Name: Ben or Benji Puga
Pronouns: He/Him
Languages: English & Spanish (hablo español)
Major: Materials Engineering
Fun Fact: I enjoy a variety of hobbies that include surfing, surf fishing, learning to play guitar, messing around with Instant film cameras and collecting vinyl records.
What I'm most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: Helping students and making them feel comfortable while they complete their courses. I was afraid to ask questions when I first arrived at VC and understand that it's not always easy asking for help. I hope that I can help anybody in any way I can and make them realize we are in it together.
Name: Ethan Ramirez
Pronouns: He/Him
Languages: Spanish & English (hablo español)
Major: Electrical Engineering
Fun Fact: I know how to speak French.
What I’m looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: I look forward to leadership opportunities and improving my communication skills as a STEM Navigator.
Name: Kevin Rangel
Pronouns: He/Him
Languages: English & Spanish (hablo español)
Major: Computer Science
Fun Fact: I love to train and you can find me in the gym almost every day.
What I’m most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: Watching those that I work with grow. Whether they are in STEM or not, I hope to spark an interest in science and mathematics in other people. I want to show that STEM is universal and that with guidance anyone can be successful.
Name: Kylee Coronado
Pronouns: She/Her/Ella
Languages: English & Learning Spanish
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is that no matter where I go, I always have snacks.
What I’m most looking forward to as a STEM Navigator: I look forward to sharing information about resources on campus that would have helped me when I was new to campus because there are so many resources that could help everyone succeed and reach their potential
