Elections

The WACAC Governance and Nominations Committee is pleased to present the following nominees for the WACAC Executive Board!

All WACAC members will receive a single ballot for WACAC President-Elect, Treasurer Elect, Secretary Elect, and Regional Delegates. As you prepare to vote, please note the following voter information:

Three WACAC Assembly Delegate positions are available for the 2024-2025 year. WACAC’s members have affirmed that delegate representation and employment categories should correlate – as much as is feasible – with the broader WACAC membership.

As the chart below indicates, there are opportunities through the three open positions to achieve more proportional representation. Thank you for considering this information in your selection process.

 

Membership
Public High Schools 31%
Private High Schools 12%
Public 4-Year Colleges 14%
Private 4-Year Colleges 14%
Independent Educational Consultants 17%
Community-Based Organizations 5%
Other 7%

The election runs from December 1st – 14th, 2023. And results will be formally announced at the Annual Conference in May.

Thank you for voting!

Candidate for President-Elect

Karly Brockett

WACAC President-Elect Single-Slate

Karly Brockett

Current Position:

Senior Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission
University of California, Los Angeles

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Current WACAC Delegate Ad Hoc Committee Chair
Current NACAC Member

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

Member, College Board Admissions and Enrollment Advisory Board 2015
WACAC Conference 2016 Local Counselors’ Day Committee Chair
WACAC Diversity Equity and Access (DEA) Grants 2014-2015 Committee Chair, 
WACAC DEA 2013-2014 and Committee Member 2010-2013
Past member PNACAC, RMACAC

Qualifications

I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have discovered a profession that not only fuels my personal passion but also resonates deeply with my values and upbringing was raised by a single mother who was the first in her family to be born in the US and attend college to become an elementary teacher. She instilled in my sister and me the importance of education and the doors it can open for the next generation. Being raised by a first-generation Mexican American woman gave me not only a role model but also a sense of great pride. I believe this is why I am so committed to diversity and inclusion, elevating voices, and view education as an agency for upward mobility and discovering passion.

Goals as President-Elect

  1. Professional Development has long been a passion of mine, and I have been fortunate to have benefitted from various professional development opportunities, including the first WACAC Leadership Development Institute, staffed what was formally the College Board Summer Admission Institute, and for four years led College Board Western Enrollment Leadership Academy. Professional development is an investment to our members that not only supports them in their growth but another way to get involved in WACAC.
  2. To grow membership and ensure all voices are being elevated. This work is already being done by WACAC Membership Delegates who are hosting virtual town halls to learn from both members and non-members what WACAC is to them. As a WACAC Member Delegate, I am looking forward to hearing from participants at the November and December virtual town halls.
  3. To continue to further develop relationships with our transfer colleagues and further the efforts of the Transfer Advocacy Committee and better understand what WACAC can offer to support the transfer community work.

Candidates for Treasurer Elect

Chuck Liddiard

Chuck Liddiard

Current Position:

Founder-Executive Director: The Paratum Scholars

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

NACAC Member (2014–current)
WACAC Member (2014–current)
IECA Member (2023–current)
WACAC Inter-Association (2023)
WACAC Professional Development (2021)
WACAC Transfer Advocacy (2021)
WACAC Government Relations (2020)

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

NACAC Local Area Conference Planning Committee (2015 & 2023)

Qualifications

I have spent the past fifteen years as a mentor and advisor at both the college and high school levels. Last year, I recently served as a college counselor at Rolling Hills Preparatory & Renaissance Schools after spending eight years as the Assistant Director of West Coast Admissions for the University of Delaware. Currently I serve as the Founder-Executive Director of The Paratum Scholars, a 501c3 whose vision is to empower all high school students to discover their college, their passion and their path forward. Additionally, in 2023, I joined the Independent Educational Consultant team of Magellan College Counseling.

Having started and currently running a nonprofit, I am very familiar with organizational budgeting, tax forms and Quickbooks.  Additionally, I serve on my condo’s HOA board as the Treasurer.

Jim Whitaker

Jim Whitaker

Current Position:

Associate Vice-President of Enrollment, Chapman University

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Secretary/Treasurer WACAC 1986-88
President Cycle 1991-93
Investment Committee (2023- Present)

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

NACAC Finance Committee 2014-2019 Chair 2017-2019
WACAC Member 1978-Present
NACAC Member 1980-Present 
NAFSAA Member 1988-Present

Qualifications

Embarking on a journey in college admission counseling nearly four decades ago, my passion for the field has been an ever-present guiding force. Since 1978, I’ve been an engaged member of the Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC), witnessing and contributing to its growth over the years. One of the defining chapters of my career unfolded during my service as the Chair of the NACAC Finance Committee from 2017 to 2019, with an overall tenure from 2014 to 2019. The responsibility of overseeing the financial intricacies of such a prominent organization was both challenging and immensely rewarding. It was during these years that I led the committee through strategic financial decisions, ensuring the stability and growth of NACAC.

My journey with the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) commenced in 1980, marking the beginning of a longstanding commitment to the organization’s mission and values. Simultaneously, my affiliation with the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NAFSAA) since 1988 has allowed me to stay at the forefront of developments in financial aid administration. The academic chapter of my life saw me earning an MBA from Claremont Graduate University, equipping me with a comprehensive understanding of financial management. Presently, my involvement in the Investment Committee for WACAC reflects my ongoing commitment to leveraging financial acumen for the benefit of the organization. Professionally, I’ve had the privilege of serving as Treasurer, entrusted with the financial stewardship of Chapman University’s division of Enrollment. Managing budgets has been more than a responsibility; it’s been an opportunity to strategically allocate resources, supporting the institution’s enrollment goals. As my journey unfolds, I remain deeply invested in the intricate world of finance within the context of college admission counseling. Every experience, from committee leadership to financial management, has shaped my perspective and fueled my dedication to the educational community. Through it all, my hope is to continue leaving a positive impact, contributing to the growth and success of the institutions I serve.

Candidate for Secretary Elect

Linda Kang

Secretary Single-Slate Candidate

Linda Kang

Current Position:

College and Career Counselor
Capistrano Unified School District

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

2022, 2023, current: So Cal SLC Chair
2022, 2023, current: WACAC College Fair – Site Coordinator at Granada Hills Charter
2019: Speaker for SuperACAC: Sorry, what was your name again? College Counseling with Large Caseload
2019: NACAC Speaker: Sorry, what was your name again? College Counseling with Large Caseload
2020: SLC Speaker: Sorry, what was your name again? College Counseling with Large Caseload
2022: SLC Speaker: Breaking up with Naviance

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

2019, NACAC College Fair Volunteer 

Qualifications

From nominator Erin Kim,

Ms. Kang has been responsible for the following:

  • Organizing and seamlessly executing the largest College Fair in the San Fernando Valley, hosting over 200 colleges, over 1000 attendees, and managing all logistics along the way. 
  • Organizing the College and Career Office Weekly Newsletter that is sent to 15,000 every week.
  • Evaluating freshman applications to UCLA, reading activities, honors, awards, and personal insight questions. She has then used her expertise to present UC Application Workshops for Granada students, helping over 500 students apply to the UC campuses. 
  • Responsible for managing the Cal Grant submissions for over 2500 seniors and alumni, creating Excel documents and managing CSAC (California Student Aid Commission) portal.  
  • Representing Granada Hills Charter in Sacramento for the highest FAFSA submission in the large school division through CSAC and The Race to Submit. 
  • Managing a scholarship budget of over $20,000, organizing Senior Awards with over 800 student invitations and over 1000 parent participants.
  • Presenting to students and parents in grades 9-12 regarding College, Career, and Academics. Ms. Kang is a natural and gifted speaker, providing critical information to our students and families regarding college applications and financial aid.  
  • Expertise with Naviance and Scoir as a College advisement platform for students in all grade levels. 
  • Deep understanding of scholarship organizations such as Posse Foundation Scholars, QuestBridge, Thrive Scholars, Milken Scholars, National Merit Foundation, Coca Cola Scholars and local scholarships.
  • Providing accommodations for students with IEPs, 504 plans, and social/emotional needs
  • Ms. Kang is truly a technological genius, creating PowerPoints/Google Slides/Prezis, managing Excel, gathering and disaggregating data, assisting with testing duties, and organizing large scale events down to the last detail in lightning speed.  

Ms. Kang is a consistent, reliable, and pupil-centered counselor for the betterment of the student body that every school would be so lucky to have in this time of ever-changing trends and challenges in education. She is well versed in all areas of counseling – social/emotional, college, career, and academic achievement and her support to promote more efficient and effective counseling group presentations and varied post-secondary informational events propelled the school to bring more equity and access to our students. She is certainly the most reliable counselor I have worked with and her efforts to proactively see all tasks through to fruition have always been exemplary. 

CANDIDATES FOR CALIFORNIA DELEGATE (choose 2)

Rachel Adelman

Rachel Adelman

Program Coordinator: West and Southwestern States
Saint Louis University

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Communications Committee and Admissions Practices Committee

RACC-Counseor Relations Chair 2022-2024

Admissions Practices Committee: 2022-Present

Communications Committee 2023

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

7 years of admissions counseling experience (2016-present), 4 years in a regional role within California (2019-present) with RACC.

Qualifications

As a born-and-raised Californian and having worked here regionally the last four years, I feel that my knowledge of the territory makes me a great candidate for this role. I am rolling off of the RACC board in the summer as Counselor Relations chair and looking for another great position of leadership, hopefully within WACAC. My role within RACC has also allowed me to develop great relationships with high school counselors, IEC’s and CBO’s during my time on the board.

Maritza Cha

Martiza Cha

Adjunct Professor & High School Counselor
University of La Verne & San Gabriel High School

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC) Social Media Committee Co-Chair 2023-Present

American School Counselor Association Membership Linkage Committee 2022-Present

ASCA Affinity Group Leader for Professional School Counselors of Color 2021-Present

California Association of School Counselors, Member of Outreach and Engagement Committee 2020- Present

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

Nation ImaginED, Founding Advisory Board Member 2021-Present

Safe School Bathrooms Ad Hoc Committee with California Department of Education 2022-Present

Qualifications

I have participated in various committees at my site and state level. I am part of 3 fellowships and was recently invited to a summit. I crowdsource information so I am able to represent more points of view other than my own. This year is a transition year for me. I was a high school educator for 7 years, then a high school counselor for about 8 years and I am currently looking to move to higher education.

Moriah Dunning

Moriah Dunning

Regional Admissions Counselor
University of Oregon

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Volunteer Share Learn Connect in May 2023 

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

WACAC and NACAC member 2008 – Present

RACC member from 2012-2018 and 2021- present

Qualifications

I have worked in admissions and high school college counseling for the last 15 years.  I have worked at a small private college (Dominican University), a small Catholic high school (Marin Catholic High School) and a large public university (the University of Oregon) and I feel that I have a great idea of what the state of admissions and enrollment is here in the Bay Area.  I also feel that I have a great network of colleagues on both sides of the desk.

Although I know many colleagues who have worked with WACAC over the years, I have not taken that initiative as of yet.  I feel that now is the time to do just that, give back to the community that has added so much value to my experience as a professional.  Thank you for considering my nomination.

Jeeda Gabriel

Jeeda Gabriel

School Counselor
Los Angeles Unified School District

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

I have been a WACAC member since 2022.  I have 27 years of diverse experience in education.  5 of those years were as a high school counselor (2000-2005) and 9 of those years I served as an administrator in charge of counseling (2012-2022). I returned to counseling last year after being an administrator for 10 years due to wanting to work with youth again.

Qualifications

I have a Master’s degree in Counseling and Guidance and have completed 2 courses towards the UCLA extension program for College Counseling. I am a lifelong learner and am passionate about empowering youth with the tools they need for college acceptance and the workforce.

Monica Hamilton

Monica Hamilton

College and Career Specialist
Edison High School

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

This would be my first experience working with the WACAC board or committee

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

I’ve been part of ASCA for 2 yrs (2021-present),
NACAC for 2 yrs (2021-Present), and
WACAC for 2 yrs (2021-present). 

Qualifications

I have been the College and Career Specialist at Edison High School since February 2019. In December 2022, I earned my Master’s in School Counseling and obtained a Pupil Personnel Services credential. Additionally, I serve as a professor at Golden West College, teaching Counseling 105, Pathways to College Success. Beyond my academic roles, I run my own private college consulting business called College Confidence.

As an advocate for school counselors and college counselors in public school settings, I have established a strong rapport with many professionals in the field. I am enthusiastic about getting involved in WACAC (Western Association for College Admission Counseling). With five years of experience in college and career counseling in a public school setting, I believe my skillsets—active listening, relationship building, and public speaking—are well-suited for this position.

I look forward to contributing my energy, expertise, and dedication to the important work of supporting students in their college and career journeys.”

Hillary Higgins

Hillary Higgins

Associate Director of Academic Advising & College Guidance
Geffen Academy at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

Hillary is an active volunteer in organizations outside of WACAC. For over a decade, Hillary has volunteered with Dream Street Foundation, a non-profit providing summer camps for children with life threatening or terminal illnesses. She annually chairs Dream Street’s largest annual fundraiser for 250 guests at various locations around Los Angeles. She organizes and supervises committees responsible for various duties in planning the Fall Event. Hillary also created a counselor fundraising platform responsible for raising over $50k annually. Since 2012, Hillary has served as camp counselor for children aged 4-14 with cancer, chronic, and/or life-threatening illnesses.

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

  • Member of UChicago California Advisory Board – 2020-2022
  • Regional Lead for Bay Area Association of Independent School College Counselors – 2021-2022
  • University of Chicago, California Council, 2020 – 2022
  • Bay Area Association of Independent School College Counselors, Regional Lead, 2020-2022
  • Los Angeles Association of Independent School College Counselors, 2022 – present
  • Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools, 2020 – 2022
  • Western Association for College Admission Counseling, 2014 – Present
  • National Association for College Admission Counseling, 2018 – Present

 The Nueva School, San Mateo, CA
Associate Director of College Counseling & Advisor, January 2020 – April 2022

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
External Application Reader, December 2020 – Present 
Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission, December 2016 – December 2019
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission, August 2014 – December 2016

Harvard-Westlake School, Los Angeles, CA
Admission Officer, August 2013 – April 2014

Law Offices of Hillary Higgins, Los Angeles, CA
Education Attorney, March 2012 – August 2013

Qualifications

From nominator Mari Oropeza, 

“Hillary has been active in the professions of college admission, college counseling, and academic advising for almost ten years now. She has been active with WACAC, NACAC, the local college counselors consortia, and on a university’s advisory board. In all of these capacities, she has contributed with her enthusiasm, knowledge, collegiality, and curiosity, to the students, parents, colleagues, and communities with whom she has worked. I believe she is a perfect candidate, especially given her work in both Northern and Southern California, as one of the California delegates. Lastly, as her supervisor, I lend her my support and know that our school would be proud to have her serve in this capacity.”

Duanduan Hsieh

Duanduan Hsieh

Sr. Assistant Dean of Admission
Occidental College

 WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

WACAC Professional Development Committee: August 2023 – current

WACAC Leadership Development Committee 2022  – 2023

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

Pitzer College Staff Council: May 2021 – June 2022

Pitzer College Presidential Search Committee: January 2022 – June 2022

International ACAC Member: March 2022 – current

NACAC Member: July 2020 – current

WACAC Member: July 2020 – current

WACAC Leadership Development Institute: January 2023 – December 2023

CIVSA Member 2021-2022

Qualifications

From nominator Robin Hamilton Meryl, 

“Duanduan has continually shown creativity and initiative in both his work on campus at Pitzer and here at Occidental and broadly in thinking about how the industry can continue to improve. He has developed relationships as part of the Leadership Development Institute that has led to his participation on the Professional Development Committee. He is a wonderful team member that brings others together, completes work on time and supports other team members when needed. Duanduan would be a wonderful candidate to think broadly about concerns of WACAC members across our constituencies as a delegate.”

Dianne Hurtado

Dianne Hurtado

Student Recruitment Coordinator, Senior
Northern Arizona University

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

August 2023-Present: WACAC Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access (IDEA) Committee (Community Conversations Sub-Committee)

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

October 2023-Present: NACAC DEI Hiring Best Practice in Admissions Ad Hoc Committee (Prioritization of DEI and DEI Training/PD Sub-Committee)

August 2023-Present: RACC Access and Outreach Committee 

July 2022-Present: Northern Arizona University Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Committee 

January 2014-Present: NACAC Los Angeles College Fair Committee (Workshops and Publicity and Social Media Sub-Committee)

June 2022-Present: National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)

June 2022-Present: Regional Admissions Counselor of California (RACC)

January 2019-Present: Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC)

January 2016-Present: Southern California College Access Network (SoCal CAN)

January 2012-January 2016: United Way of Greater Los Angeles, Education Programs

Qualifications

I’m submitting my nomination for Delegate-California for the Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC). 

I am highly qualified with over fifteen years of experience in the field of education. This extensive background has provided me with valuable insights and knowledge about the college admissions process, college access, and navigating the education system.

My experience in college admissions has given me a deep understanding of the intricacies of the process, making me well-versed in the various requirements, criteria, and factors that admissions officers consider when evaluating applications. This knowledge will enable me to contribute effectively to discussions and decision-making processes within WACAC, ensuring that the interests of students and educators are well-represented.

Additionally, my experience in providing college access at the high school and non-profit levels demonstrates my commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds. I have worked with disadvantaged and first-generation students, helping them overcome barriers and providing opportunities for higher education. My firsthand experience in this area will be invaluable in shaping discussions, initiatives, and policies within WACAC that promote equity and access for students and educators.

A key strength of mine is my extensive network across all sectors of education. I have built relationships with educators, administrators, and professionals in various educational fields, allowing me to collaborate and leverage resources effectively. This network will enable me to connect with other WACAC members and foster partnerships that promote the organization’s goals and objectives.

Furthermore, my passion for diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) work is evident through my continuous involvement in committees with the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and at my institution (Northern Arizona University). My commitment to DEI will transfer to the role of Delegate-California, ensuring that DEI considerations are at the forefront of discussions and initiatives. I will bring a valuable perspective and advocate for inclusive practices and policies within WACAC.

Overall, my experience, network, and passion for DEI make me highly qualified for the role of Delegate-California for WACAC. My expertise and insights will contribute significantly to the mission of facilitating college admission and counseling.

Nicole Rengifo

Nicole Rengifo

College and Career Counselor
Capistrano Unified School District

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

WACAC Share, Learn and Connect Committee, December 2018 – June 2019

WACAC Communications Committee, December 2018 – Present

WACAC Annual Conference – Scholarships Subcommittee, December 2018 – Present

WACAC Language Access Ad Hoc Committee, June 2021 – Present

WACAC Government Relations & Advocacy Committee, August 2021 – Present

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

College and Career Counselor, CUSD 2022-Present

School Counselor, IUSD 2018-2022.  

UCI, Admissions Evaluator 2018-2022

UC Berkeley Admissions Evaluator 2023-Present

Qualifications

I have worked as a counselor since 2018, most of my experience focused on the college/career side of school counseling. I am the only college/career counselor at my current high school of 2000 students. I support all grade levels with school wide events, class lessons, parent nights, 1:1 appointments, and creating/implementing a college/career exploration curriculum for all four grade levels.

Working in the school counseling field, specifically college and career counseling is something that I am extremely passionate about.  My goal is to make sure all students feel supported through their four years of high school and truly believe that they have options for post high school plans.  Being able to work with the entire student population is extremely rewarding, especially underserved populations such as 1st generation, low income, or language barriers.

Candidates for Nevada Delegate (Choose 1)

Justin Archer

Justin Archer

Regional Recruiter, Nevada
The University of Arizona

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

While Justin is new to WACAC and college admissions, he is not new to higher education and working with students in general.

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

– Youth sports coach, Sahuarita Unified School District, 2006-2011

– Regional Recruiter, Nevada, University of Arizona Office of Undergraduate Admissions: 2022-present

– Associate Financial Administrator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, College of Medicine (2020)

– Manager of Business Affairs (2017-2019) and promoted to Director of Finance and Strategic – Affairs (2019-2020), SALT Center, University of Arizona

– Strategic Learning Specialist, SALT Center, University of Arizona: 2011-2016

– Elementary and Middle School Educator, Sahuarita Unified School District, AZ: 2006-2011

Qualifications

From nominator Molly Ingram,

“I highly recommend Justin Archer for consideration as WACAC’s next Nevada Membership Delegate. Justin is the University of Arizona’s first regional recruiter to be based in Nevada, where he resides in Las Vegas. Because Justin is the first regional recruiter our office has had in this state, his role differs from other admission counselors in the sense that he is working and living in a geographical area where the University of Arizona has never had a physical presence. 

Since Justin assumed this new role, he has made a lasting impact on Nevada students and families, and our office has already begun to see great growth. For example, in Justin’s first year of admissions work, we saw more applications from Nevada students than we had in the past 6 years. While Justin loves sharing information about the University of Arizona with Nevada students, he also has a strong love for educating Nevada students on their post-secondary educational options, whether that’s Arizona or another university.

Justin cares deeply about building strong, consistent relationships with Nevada high school counselors, and thinks about the best interests of Nevada students and counselors beyond the highly concentrated markets of Las Vegas and Reno. For example, rather than flying from Las Vegas to Reno in order to attend the Reno WACAC College Fair, Justin opts to drive, so he can visit rural schools in Nevada that often don’t get access to college presentations. Justin doesn’t simply look at high schools in Nevada as “”numbers,”” but as real people, and if he has the opportunity to make a difference in just one student’s life, he goes out of his way to help that student.

Anyone who’s had the opportunity to meet Justin will quickly see how committed he is to the Nevada students he serves, and how much love he has for his state!”

Jessica Burke

Jessica Burke

College Counselor
Bishop Manogue Catholic High School

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

WACAC Member since July of 2021. 

Nevada Interest Committee 2021 – present 

College Fair Committee 2022 – present 

Nevada SIG Leader (recently 2023)

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

Nevada Kids Foundation Board Member (2022-2023), 

Nevada Kids Foundation Secretary (2023), 

Nevada Promise Scholarship Mentor (2022-2023), 

CCEP Program recipient (2023)

Qualifications

As a College Counselor from Nevada, I have attended SLCs and conferences. I am a member of the Nevada Interest Committee and was recently appointed a leader for the Nevada SIG group. It is clear that Nevada’s higher education is lacking in resources. I find that there is little to no representation when I attend conferences/SLCs and would like to change this for my state.

Ryan Pietranton

Ryan Pietranton

College Counselor & NCAA Liaison
Bishop Gorman High School

WACAC/NACAC/Other Committee Involvement

WACAC Jock Ad-Hoc Committee 2018-2019

Southern Nevada College Week College Fair Committee (2018-present)

Relevant Professional Organizations and Experience

WACAC and NACAC Member (2018-present)

Qualifications

Ryan has been working in education for the past 25 years, 11 of which were spent as a school counselor. In his role as the college counselor, Ryan has played a crucial role in maintaining his school’s tradition of hosting an annual college fair. Additionally, he has partnered with Southern Nevada College Week for the last five years, bringing college fair access to all students in Southern Nevada.

Ryan has attended each in-person WACAC, SuperACAC, and NACAC conference since 2018. One of Ryan’s passions is assisting student-athletes through the athletic recruiting process. He has presented on athletic eligibility and recruiting at conferences such as WACAC, NACAC, and SuperACAC. Most recently, Ryan was asked to present a session entitled “Recent Game Changers for Student Athletes” at the Riverside County Office of Education Conference, titled School Counselor Leadership Network: Building Successful Futures for All Students.