University Academic Advisors

With over 20 years of higher education administration, her professional experience in postsecondary education encompasses a wide range of expertise in academic advising; equity, diversity and inclusion programs; community outreach; assessment of student learning outcomes; student leadership and intercultural development; student life; international student programs; academic support services; student government; first year programs; service learning and community service; judicial affairs, study abroad; strategic planning on diversity; and curriculum development. She has been dedicated to fostering the next generation of college graduates, especially students who come from low-income, first generation, and historically underserved/underrepresented backgrounds.

Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction and Master of Science in Adult and Continuing Education from Kansas State University.

Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico in Ponce, Puerto Rico.

Tanae currently serves as the Administrative Support Coordinator for the UAC. She was incredibly involved on campus during her undergraduate years, working as a student assistant in the University’s Office of the President, serving as a Campus Liaison for the Millennium Momentum Foundation, and as a Lead Peer Academic Coach for the Dominguez Hills First-Year Experience Program. In her current role, she ensures that the Advising Staff is well supported so that they may fully support every student who comes through the doors.

Tanae earned her BA in Psychology in May 2017 from CSUDH. 

Stephanie Chito is an East Coast native who calls Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home. After college, she relocated to Chicago, where she started her professional career as a leasing manager. Stephanie quickly realized she had little interest in climbing the corporate ladder and changed career paths. She began working for the non-profit Chicago Cares Inc., as the Children’s Education program coordinator. Stephanie relocated to Washington D.C. and served as a House Life Coordinator for The George Washington University, while pursuing her Master’s in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs and International Education.

She’s worked for the Institute of International Education’s Department of Fulbright Exchange Scholar and Professional programs. She was the Assistant Director for the Georgetown Institute for the Study of Markets and Ethics at Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, prior to working at CSUDH, where she now serves as an academic advisor for the University Advisement Center, and program manager for its First-Year Experience program for transfer students, the Dominguez Hills Transfer Learning Community (#DHTLC). As an academic advisor, it is her primary mission is to help students navigate successfully through their academic careers while exploring their educational and career options. It is her belief that this is best accomplished by working in partnership with students through a collaborative process that identifies the most comprehensive path towards academic success. Additionally, she is student-centered and believes in utilizing and integrating best practices found throughout higher education and student development fields.

Stephanie attended The Pennsylvania State University for her undergraduate studies, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies. 

Like so many Toros, Autumn is a proud transfer student, having completed her B.A. in Sociology at CSUDH. It was her experience at CSUDH that inspired her to embark on the work that she loves so much: empowering students to aspire to greatness. She completed an M.A. in Guidance and Counseling at Loyola Marymount University. However, after several years of working in the Los Angeles Community College District, she returned to CSUDH to give back and instill in future generations what was instilled in her. She remains devoted to student advocacy and success. Autumn is excited to be a resource for CSUDH students in their journey toward academic and professional excellence. Go Toros!

Autumn completed her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at CSUDH and an Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling at Loyola Marymount University.

Stephanie's background includes orientation, advising, mentoring incoming college freshmen, and outreach. She feels fortunate to dedicate her time to empowering students, giving back to her community, and assisting students in their progress toward graduation. Stephanie is enthusiastic about joining the CSUDH community and looks forward to making a positive impact on campus.

Bachelors of Arts degree in Human Development from Long Beach State University, and a Master of Science in Higher Education from California State University, Fullerton.

Silvia has worked with diverse student populations including underrepresented students, transfer and non-traditional students, student-athletes and international students in various student affairs and advising roles for over 10 years. She is passionate about working with college students, politics and community organizing, and photography.

Silvia earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with a minor in American Studies and Ethnicity, and a Master of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs, both from the University of Southern California. Before transferring to USC, Silvia earned an Associate of Science in Fashion Merchandising from Los Angeles Trade-Tech College.

Karen (she/her/hers) grew up in Inglewood and is a first-generation college student. After graduating from high school she spent 2 ½ years at USC majoring in Architecture and then Business before being academically disqualified. Although heart broken, ashamed, and lost Karen went on to enroll in several community colleges (LACC, WLAC, ELAC, LATTC, SMC, and ECC) in search of a major that she could be passionate about. During this time she also worked several civil service jobs, explored many majors, became a licensed tax preparer, and eventually took a break from school. When the K-12 school district Karen worked for started laying employees off, she decided to return to El Camino to earn a medical field related degree. After a couple of years in the medical field Karen realized that it was not for her and she came to CSUDH where she discovered her love of working with first-generation, transfer, marginalized, and other non-traditional student populations. During her senior year at CSUDH Karen worked in the UAC as a Transfer Peer Coach for DHTLC, interned in the ETE office, and was a NASPA Undergraduate Fellow. A few months after graduation Karen was honored to accept a full-time position in the UAC as the Academic Advising Assistant. She is currently attending CSULB part-time to earn her Masters in Counseling, Student Development in Higher Education (SDHE).

MS, Counseling (SDHE) – In Progress, California State University, Long Beach

BA, Psychology, California State University, Dominguez Hills

AS, Respiratory Care, El Camino College

AA, General Studies, El Camino College

Grace is a native Angelino born in East Los Angeles. She is a first-generation college student and a CSU graduate. She has worked in higher education in various capacities, including leading campus foster youth scholarship programs and has also served as a Student Affairs administrator focused on campus health and well-being initiatives and its impact on student success. Grace has been an adjunct lecturer for the Department of Child and Adolescent Studies and the Department of Public Health at California State University, Fullerton.

Grace completed her bachelor’s degree in in Business Administration from Cal State University, Los Angeles and a master’s degree in Counseling from Cal State University, Fullerton. Grace holds a doctorate degree in Education, from the University of Southern California. Her research interest includes the first-year experiences of foster youth in higher education and the relationship between emotional personal connections and student academic success.

Anete serves as the Academic Advisor within the University Advisement Center, where her extensive educational background in various areas has provided the opportunity for her to hold multiple positions, including College Specialist for Kinesiology, Sociology, and Psychology, International Student Academic Advisor, and Program Coordinator for Dominguez Hills First-Year Experience. As an Academic Advisor, she serves to educate and empower students to develop educational plans that are consistent with their academic, professional, and personal goals. She is committed to student success and to ensuring the development of expertise, accountability, critical thinking, and life-long learning skills, all while embracing CSUDH’s unique campus diversity. 

Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from University Of California Irvine

Master of Arts in Physical Education Administration from California State University Dominguez Hills

Matt was born and raised in Echo Park, a small neighborhood in the heart of Los Angeles, and a melting pot of cultural diversity. He has six years of experience in the field of higher education. A majority of his advising experience has been supporting undergraduate military and veteran student populations. 

Matt earned his B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (Business Administration) with a minor in Economics from UC Riverside. He is currently pursuing his MBA with a concentration in Finance at Trident University. 

I was born and raised in East Los Angeles. I enjoy attending old film screenings at the New Beverly and Egyptian Theatre.

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology and Latin American & Latino studies from UC Santa Cruz

Master of Science in Higher Education from CSU Fullerton

Bailey was most recently the director of Student Equity at Compton College. Her previous positions included directing the Learning Assistance Center at Mt. San Antonio College, director/academic advisor at the University of La Verne Learning Enhancement Center and managing education programs in job training non-profits in Long Beach, Compton, and downtown Los Angeles. She serves on the Board of Directors of Local Hope, a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable community development in Guatemala. When not doing homework, Bailey dances salsa and runs in half marathons (slowly).

Bailey is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Counseling/Bilingual Emphasis at Cal State Fullerton, and has earned a certificate in Spanish/English Legal Translation and Interpretation from CSUF. Her first Master’s is in Multicultural Education from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and she has a Bachelor’s in Sociology from UC Santa Cruz.

As an Academic Advisor & Peer Coach Coordinator for the University Advisement Center, Aimee adheres to all of CSUDH’s diverse students’ needs. With an educational and professional background in criminal justice administration, higher education, and the transfer process, Aimee is able to support students at a unique level. Within her role, she specializes in the Toro Undocumented Student population and keeps staff and faculty up-to-date with information that affects the undocumented student population and mixed-status families, along with serving the transfer and first-year program student cohorts within the University Advisement Center and across campus departments. 

Aimee has earned a Bachelor of Science is Criminal Justice Administration and a Master of Science in Counseling. She is currently working on a Doctorate in Educational Leadership.