For over a decade, Claudia has dedicated her career to paying it forward by helping college students transform their struggles into success stories. She is a proud first-generation graduate and Educational Opportunity Program alumna. After receiving extensive support from her college counselors at Seton Hall University, she was inspired to pursue a career in higher education. She then earned a master's degree in counseling from Montclair State University and has held various roles in higher education, honing her skills in academic advising and career development. Currently, Claudia serves as the Alumni Director for America Needs You (ANY), a professional development non-profit that empowers first-generation college students through intensive career development and transformative mentorship. In her current role, she oversees national programming and career advancement opportunities for ANY’s growing network of over 2,000 alumni.

Viannca Vélez '10, Host

Instagram: www.instagram.com/vianncavelez

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/vianncav

Claudia Guevara-Olivier '12, Guest

www.americaneedsyou.org

IG Handles:

@0h_Claudia

@andimfeelingood