Residence Life Staff

Anthony P. Jakubisin

Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Director of Residence Life

Email: ajakubisin@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

My name is Anthony (Tony) Jakubisin and I am the Associate Dean of Student Affairs & Director of Residence Life in Sixth College. I was a transfer student as an undergraduate, spending one year at Boston University and then finding my home at The Ohio State University. There, I earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees and decided to come to California in 2005. My professional experience in higher education spans almost two decades and I have worked in residential life, student misconduct, counseling, multicultural education, science education, and educational research. I belong to several professional organizations including the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE), the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), the Association for Student Conduct Administrators (ASCA), and the American College Personnel Association (ACPA). My research interests include education policy and pedagogy and I am a strong advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as environmentalism. In my free time, you can find me in a bookstore, museum, movie theater, or enjoying the ocean in some way.

Gabriela Aceves

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Email: gaceves@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

Welcome to Sixth College! My name is Gabriela Aceves and I serve as the Assistant Director of Residence Life at Sixth College.

I graduated from UC Merced where I received my B.A. in Political Science and discovered my passion for Student Affairs. I pursued my Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Organizational Leadership and Student Affairs at University of the Pacific. My professional areas of experience include residential life, student misconduct, student mental health, and student activities.

I enjoy working in higher education as it provides me with the ability to directly guide and mentor young adults. As a first-generation student myself, I understand that transitioning into a college environment may be challenging, but I am here to support you in your journey.

Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, dancing, photography, traveling, and listening to live music. I look forward to meeting you Sixers!

Kaylee Crivello

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Email: kacrivello@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

My name is Kaylee Crivello (she/her/hers) and I have the privilege of serving as the Assistant Director of Residence Life at Sixth College.

I received my B.A. in Psychology from CSU San Marcos where I was involved in Athletics, Student Life, and Orientation. I then completed my M.S. in Counseling with an emphasis in Student Development in Higher Education from CSU Long Beach, where I found my passion for Residence Life. Additionally, I specialize in counseling for college students, trauma-informed practices, and supporting student mental health. I have completed research to better understand the Secondary Trauma Management of RAs in Housing and Residential Life (Crivello, 2020). My disposition for supporting student success is rooted in Anti-racist practices that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my dog Millie; going on runs, hikes, and walks on the beach. I am from San Diego, CA. and enjoy spending time with family and friends locally.

I look forward to meeting you and supporting your journey at Sixth!

Carolina Monteiro

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Email: cmonteiro@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

Hello! My name is Carolina Monteiro and I serve as an Assistant Director of Residence Life at Sixth College.

I received my B.A. in International Security and Conflict Resolution from San Diego State University, as well as my M.S. in Social Policy and Development from the London School of Economics, and my M.Ed. in Student Affairs from Iowa State University. I have had the privilege of working in Residential Education for over 6 years, and one of my main passions is developing connections with student leaders and residents! As a former international student who had to learn how to navigate college, I can relate to a number of challenges many students face, and I look forward to meeting with and supporting them!

Outside of work, I enjoy exploring Farmer’s Markets around San Diego, trying out different bakeries and coffee shops, and traveling – I have been to about 37 countries and 24 U.S. states (and counting) so if you like to talk about travel, I’m your person!

Dustin Halnez

Assistant Director of Residence Life

Email: djhalnez@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

Hello! I'm Dustin Halnez (he/him/his) and I am from Chula Vista, CA. I am thrilled to be serving as an Assistant Director of Residence Life at Sixth College. I earned my B.F.A. in Studio Art and M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration & Policy from UC Riverside. My experience includes working in Residence Life, Student Services, and First Year Orientation at UC Riverside, The Art Institute of California - San Diego, and UC San Diego. Through these experiences, I’ve developed a strong background in supporting students from diverse backgrounds. I’ve worked in various areas on campus, including Sixth College in 2019, and I’m passionate about helping students build connections with both the campus and each other. As a first-generation college student, I understand the challenges of adjusting to college life, but remember, you made it here and you belong here! Outside of work, I love listening to a wide range of music, but mainly metal/hardcore, cooking, drawing, painting, horror & sci-fi movies, and have had a fascination with space since I saw Comet Hale-Bopp in 1996. Sixers, I'm looking forward to making your time here memorable!

Ana Alvarez

Housing and Media Coordinator

Email: aaa014@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

My name is Ana Alvarez (she/her/ella) and I serve as the Housing and Media Coordinator of Residence Life at Sixth College. I received my B.S. in Developmental Psychology right here at UC San Diego and was involved in Residence Life at Sixth College where I ultimately found my passion for serving diverse communities both in and out of Student Life. Since graduating from UC San Diego, I have had the privilege to work with a variety of populations within the mental health field where I focused on crisis intervention, trauma-informed care/practices, and the utilization of a variety of therapeutic modalities.

I am a strong advocate for maintaining a student-centered approach that includes a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and mental health as it pertains to the student experience. Returning to Residence Life at Sixth College I aim to provide students with the support and guidance to be able to learn and grow as they experience student life here at UC San Diego.

Outside of work, you can find me reading, playing video games, crafting, spending time with friends or hanging out with my cat Cheddar.

I look forward to meeting and supporting you during your time here at Sixth!

Demarcus Sharpe

Office Manager

Email: dsharpe@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

Hello all and welcome to Sixth College. My name is DeMarcus Sharpe and I am the Office Manager for the Residential Life Office. This will be my 18th year working at Sixth College and each year I have seen and witnessed the college develop and grow as an undergraduate college. I am a former Marine stationed at Camp Pendleton and that is what brought me to San Diego. I graduated from Southwestern College with an Associate Degree in Finance. My favorite food is anything home cooked and my favorite show right now is Snowfall on FX. I love to travel and my next two destinations I plan to visit are Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and Hawaii. I hope you all are able to achieve your goals that you set while you are an undergraduate student here at Sixth. This college will definitely help you get started on the right path. Good Luck and welcome to Sixth College!

Tori McMillan

Residence Life Operations Assistant

Email: t1mcmillan@ucsd.edu | Phone: (858) 822-5268

My name is Tori McMillan and I am the Residence Life Operations Assistant for Sixth College. I received my B.S. in Cognitive Psychology and my B.A. in Black Diaspora and African American Studies From UC San Diego, as well as my M.Ed. and Teaching credential from UC San Diego. During my higher education journey I was involved in Residence Life at Sixth college and fostered my excitement for supporting students as they navigate college life.
I have a passion for uplifting student voices, and for working with students to ensure they enjoy and get the most out of their experiences on campus.

Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, listening to live music, making ceramics, building Lego sets, reading, and going to the beach.

I'm excited to meet you and support you in your time at Sixth!

Isabella Vargas

Catalyst 2nd Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hello! I am Isa, a third year Speculative Design student. I'm from Southeast LA, a second-generation immigrant (Mexico), and first-gen college student. In my free time I love to read, paint, draw, travel, and play tennis, among other things. I am currently the alumni chair of La Familia, a social-professional organization for Latinx students. I also look forward to studying Architecture when I head to graduate school after I've graduated from UCSD. I am super excited to build our community here at Sixth Res Life! Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Parneet Tiwana

Catalyst 4th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Parneet and I am a 3rd year Human Biology major with a Business minor from Sixth College. I am from Rancho Cucamonga, CA and currently a pre-med student. I love going to the beach, hanging out with friends, trying new recipes, and exploring San Diego. I am so excited to be your RA this year and feel free to reach out to me if you ever have any questions or want to chat! I am looking forward to a great year!

Daniel Andrés Blair

Catalyst 6th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hey everyone, my name is Daniel and I’m a structural engineering major from Chula Vista, CA. Being from the area, I’ll be happy to give recs on what to do in the SD/TJ area. You can often find me in a hard hat and work boots working on structural/earthquake engineering research or helping out with the seismic design team on campus. I'm also an avid sports fan and love playing soccer. I can't wait for this year and I look forward to meeting all you guys!

Kay Labbe

Catalyst 7th Floor

3rd Year, They/She

Hey hey! My name is Kay Labbe and I’m an Anthropology student in my third year here at UCSD. I’m originally from Santa Cruz, California and I decided to come to UCSD because of their superior history and humanities departments. I’m actually an ERC student, but I am RA-ing here in Sixth! I love all things to do with animation and theater as well as being out in nature whether that’s at the beach or in the mountains! I look forward to getting to know you all other better this year, go Tritons!!

Ally Means

Catalyst 8th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Ally and I'm super excited to be your RA this year. Some info about me is that I'm a 2nd year bioengineering major from Portland, OR. I'm originally from Warren college but am looking forward to joining the Sixth team this year. Some things I enjoy are spending time with friends, trying new restaurants and running. I hope to have a ton of fun this year and foster a welcoming community! Let me know if you have any questions at all:)

Christina To

Catalyst 9th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hi! My name is Christina and I am a 4th year double majoring in Sociology - Law & Society and Social Psychology from Sixth College. I am on the pre-law track and am looking forward to applying in the next year or so. If you have any questions regarding that process, feel free to reach out to me and ask me questions, I love talking to people! Some things I like to do in my free time include knitting, crocheting, reading, and trying new foods (something good I've tried recently was the banana milk ice cream from Somi Somi). I also love shopping and am always at the mall or random shops. I'm looking forward to making this year enjoyable for everyone, excited to meet everyone!

Mel Gomez

Catalyst 10th Floor

2nd Year, They/Them

Hi, my name is Mel and my pronouns are they/them! I'm a 2nd-year Biochemistry major at Sixth College from Downey, California, just outside of LA. In my spare time, I love swimming, surfing, playing video games, doing makeup and nails, and making jewelry/clothes. I look forward to being an RA for the first time this year and am so excited to meet you all! :)

Thomas Nguyen

Catalyst 11th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him 

Nathan Rodriguez

Catalyst 12th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hi everyone! My name is Nathan, and I am a third-year International Business major from Sixth College! I'm always available to help you with anything you need, whether academic or social, so feel free to reach out! When I'm not working as a Front Desk Intern at the Sixth College Residence Life Office, I like to cook/bake, read, and listen to music. I look forward to meeting and getting to know you all!

Raven Cox

Catalyst 13th Floor

4th Year, She/They

Hey y'all! My name is Raven, I go by she/they and I am a fourth year Clinical Psychology/Ethnic Studies major in Marshall College. I'm so excited to meet you all! True to my name, I am an early bird who loves makeup, fashion, gaming, art, music, and nature. You can often find me wandering around campus talking to birds, or at Gliderport enjoying the views. It is my goal in life to be a counselor for young people of color seeking guidance and acceptance, and I hope to do the same for my residents. I hope you enjoy your time here at Sixth!

Elizabeth Chang

Mosaic 4th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone, my name is Elizabeth and I am ecstatic to join the Sixth RA team this year! I am an International Business major with a minor in Real Estate and Development. I am also a Marshall student but look forward to being a part of another community on campus. On a personal level, I love staying active, participating in student orgs, going to concerts, and eating good food in SD. I hope to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone and to provide myself as a resource to Sixth College. I am excited to be an RA and am looking forward to what this school year has to offer!

Mohit Sridhar

Mosaic 5th Floor

4th Year, He/Him

Hi all! My name is Mohit and I’m excited to be your RA for the upcoming year. Here’s a few things about me:
I’m currently a Data Science major, especially interested in AI/ML. Over the summer, I interned at Dell in Austin, TX working on a data science project. I’m from Folsom, CA (a suburb of Sacramento) but I prefer SoCal for the weather. In my free time, I love spending time with friends, listening to music (hip-hop and R&B), playing basketball, and watching TV shows. I am also involved with various campus organizations such as SangamSD and COMPASS. My schedule is pretty flexible, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need anything.

Loraine Diosa

Mosaic 6th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hello, fellow Sixers! My name is Loraine and I’m apart of the Mosaic Res Life team. A little about me is I’m a local San Diegan and I’m a second-year Sixth College student majoring in Business Economics! Some of my hobbies include crocheting, playing video games, making music, and binge watching TV shows. My door is always open to anyone who has any questions, or concerns! I’m super stoked to be apart of this year’s Sixth College Res Life Staff and I can’t wait for a memorable and exciting year with you all :)

Hayley Halaby

Kaleidoscope 1st Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hello Sixers! My name is Hayley and I am a fourth year General Biology major from Aliso Viejo, CA. While I’m technically a Revellian, this will be my second year as a Resident Assistant in Sixth College. Outside of my role as an RA, I serve on the Executive Board of Sixth College’s Community Board (CoBoard), and am a Student Lab Assistant for the Cooper Lab where I study limb development and take care of the adorable Egyptian jerboas. I am looking forward to meeting my new residents and continuing to foster community on campus. Let’s make this a great year!

Andrea Ortiz Lopez

Kaleidoscope 2nd Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi Everyone!! My name is Andrea Ortiz Lopez (she/her/hers), a third year Structural Engineering major. I am a first-generation student from Oceanside, California. In my spare time I love to play board games and crochet silly hats for my cats, Pepita and Winston. I am here to support all of you and foster an inclusive community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to being your RA! Fun fact: Our theme is “the hive", but I’m terrified of bees. :)

Kahiau Yamaguchi

Kaleidoscope 2nd Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

E welina mai kākou! Majoring in Human Biology within Eleanor Roosevelt College, my passion focuses on minimizing health disparities amongst Pacific Islanders and Indigenous Communities. During my free time, I enjoy cultural and outdoor activities, as well as a solid nap. At UC San Diego, there are a variety of resources and opportunities that I can assist in navigating. Don’t hesitate to reach out for anything and everything!

Youssef Elbanany

Kaleidoscope 2nd Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hi! I'm Youssef Elbanany, and I'm a junior majoring in Business Economics (B.S.). Originally from Egypt, I moved here to pursue my education and I'm thrilled to be part of this vibrant community. In my free time, I enjoy playing sports and staying active. Fun fact: I have an identical twin brother who is also an RA. So if you see someone who looks just like me, don’t be surprised—it’s probably him! I'm really excited to be an RA and can't wait to interact with everyone. Feel free to come talk to me about anything—I'm here to help and support you!

Kaleidoscope 3rd Floor

Come back soon for an updated profile for Kaleidoscope's 3rd floor RA.

Alicia Fehlman

Kaleidoscope 4th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

My name is Alicia Fehlman and I am so excited for this upcoming school year! I am a second year majoring in Political Science with a concentration in Data Analytics from San Bernardino, California. In my free time I love going on little adventures, hanging out with my friends, reading, and creating art. I want to promote a safe and welcoming environment for our residents so feel free to reach out or approach me anytime. Can't wait to meet everyone!!

Nikki Shin

Kaleidoscope 4th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Nikki Shin and I am very excited to be your Sixth College RA this 2024-2025 academic year. I am a 3rd year Marshall student studying Political Science with a focus on Public Law. A little bit about me is that I am originally from South Florida. In my free time, I enjoy playing lacrosse for UCSD’s Women’s Club lacrosse team, exploring San Diego with friends, going to the gym, and keeping up with my love of sweet treats and plushies. I’m looking forward to meeting all of you so that we can build an inclusive and welcoming residential community together. If you have any questions regarding campus life, student resources, or are in interested in learning UC San Diego’s best study spots and dining halls, please feel free to reach out to me!

Faith Rivera

Kaleidoscope 5th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hey! My name is Faith, and I am a Filipina-American 4th year Computer Science major at Sixth College. This is my second year as an RA at Sixth College. Still, outside of Reslife, I strive to be connected in my communities and serve others through mentorship. I'm lucky to be a part of several UCSD organizations- I'm a CSE tutor, an IDEA Scholar, a member of Women in Computing and Kaibigang Pilipin@, and have hosted a radio show with KSDT Triton Radio. Fun fact- my twin sister is also an RA on this team! Born and raised in San Diego, I love food, fashion, travel, music, and dance. Looking forward to seeing y'all around and always an open resource for your college journey :)

Mikaela Stewart

Kaleidoscope 5th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hello everyone! My name is Mikaela, I use she/her pronouns and I am a Psychology major with a minor in Human Developmental Sciences from Muir College. I'm from the inland empire and living in San Diego has always been a dream of mine. I love watching movies but my favorite set of movies is the Twilight Saga. I am also really into Disney, fashion, reading, listening to music, skincare, and makeup. My goal in life is to become a school psychologist because I value mental health and educational development. I am excited to be an RA at Sixth College and meet you all!

Moumen Gabir

Kaleidoscope 6th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hi! My name is Moumen Gabir(He/Him) and I was born and raised in Aurora, Colorado. I am double majoring in both Cognitive Science with a specialization in Neuroscience and in Neurobiology and hope to continue my education to become a medical scientist. I am going to be one of two of the ABDLLC Resident Assistants. In my free time I love thrifting, playing chess, basketball, occasional tennis, learning to cook, and skating on my prized penny board. I am super excited to meet everyone for the 24-25 year!!

Grace Njuguna

Kaleidoscope 6th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Grace is a 3rd year student in her final year studying Business Economics and a returning RA for the African Black Diaspora Living Learning Community. She is from Sacramento, California, and is of Kenyan nationality. She spent her summer as an intern at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in the economic research department. In her free time, she loves listening to music, practicing yoga, and dancing for fun. Her favorite part about being an RA is the opportunity to connect with students from different backgrounds and foster community among them. She is excited to return as an RA and welcome in a new group of residents!

Tristan Fajardo

Kaleidoscope 8th Floor

4th Year, He/Him

Hi everyone I’m Tristan! I’m entering my fourth year here at UCSD as a Chemical Engineering major at Sixth. I grew up in Manila and moved to San Diego a couple years ago, so feel free to ask me for any food recommendations in the area! I’ve recently enjoyed spending my free time rock climbing, golfing, lifting, and hanging out with my friends :) I’m excited to meet everyone and looking forward to a great year!

Yuliana Chavez

Kaleidoscope 9th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hello! My name is Yuliana Chavez, and I am a returning RA at Kaleidoscope. I am majoring in Computer Science and minoring in Education Studies. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, playing tennis, and spending time at the beach. I also have a lovable cat named Nana who lives with me. I'm here to support you and help make your experience at Sixth College be memorable. I'm excited to meet each of you and be your RA this year!

David Gooding

Kaleidoscope 10th Floor

2nd Year, He/Him

Hello Everyone! My name is David, and I am thrilled to be a member of the Sixth College ResLife team. I am a pre-med student majoring in General Biology. Although I’m a local from San Diego, I’ve lived all over the United States. I play rugby for the school’s team, and when I’m not in the classroom or on the field, you can find me at the beach surfing or in the gym. I’m always happy to chat about anything! I look forward to meeting all of you. We’re going to have an amazing year filled with fun and a strong sense of community.

Nehal Ambalkar

Kaleidoscope 11th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hey hey! My name is Nehal and I'm so excited to be your RA this upcoming year :) I'm currently a fourth-year general biology major on a pre-health track. I love going to the beach, exploring new places/restaurants, going to music festivals, spending time with my friends, and being out in nature. I also love listening to new music and exploring different genres (the Weeknd, Lana Del Rey, and Travis Scott are some of my fav artists :) ). I'm originally from Chula Vista so I'm very familiar with the San Diego area and can give you the best recs for food spots/places to visit. Super excited to meet all of you and get the year started!!

Michelle Mar

Kaleidoscope 12th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Michelle and I'm super excited to be your RA for the 2024 - 2025 school year. I'm a Business Economics major from Sixth College. I love going to the beach, watching the sunset, and exploring new places. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

Gabriela Gomez

Kaleidoscope 13th Floor

3th Year, She/Her

Hello everyone, my name is Gabriela and I'm super excited to be a Sixth RA this year! I'm a 4th year majoring in Business Economics and minoring in Finance. I love listening to music, reading, dancing, watching musicals and playing sports. More recently, I've also gotten into cooking and baking! I am so excited to meet you all and I look forward to all the great memories we're going to make this year. Please feel free to reach out to me for anything!

Mac Carroll

Kaleidoscope 14th Floor

2nd Year, They/He

Hey! My name is Mac and I'm a second year at UCSD and first year RA. I'm a Sixth College student majoring in developmental psychology. I enjoy arts and crafts, going to the beach, and horror movies. I'm a yapper and love to talk about anything so come chat anytime.

Delaney Tierney

Tapestry 2nd Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi! My name is Delaney and I'm a human biology major on the pre-med track. I'm a Warren student, but I'm looking forward to meeting new people in Sixth! I like mountain biking, driving around for no good reason, and doing my nails. I'm also a huge fan of music (Solange, Tyler, the Creator, and Amy Winehouse are some of my favorite artists) and like to make monthly playlists of all the new songs I find. I'm from Alexandria, Virginia (a city just south of Washington D.C.), but I visited family in San Diego almost every summer so I'm familiar with the area. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you might have!

Devon Shah

Tapestry 2nd Floor

2nd Year, He/Him

Hi! My name is Devon and I am a second year history major at Marshall. However, I was also a resident at Sixth last year, so I am already very familiar with living at Sixth. I am from Newport Beach, CA which is about an hour and a half drive from campus, depending on traffic. A fun fact about me is that I love to travel around the world and I've actually been to 47 countries and all 7 continents. This year I am hoping to explore the admission process for law school, which is where I want to go next after UCSD, and see more of La Jolla and San Diego in general. I look forward to being a RA this year and to meeting you in the fall!

Kaia Palmquist

Tapestry 3rd Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hi, my name is Kaia and I'm super excited to be your RA! I'm from Oakland, CA and I am studying Public Health. In my free time I enjoy going to the gym, playing video games, and crocheting. I also love reading/listening to podcasts on the beach and try to go as much as possible. I look forward to meeting you all and having a great year. :)

Hailey Fong

Tapestry 4th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! My name is Hailey and I am a Public Health major in ERC, and I'm from a really small and unknown area (just kidding, it’s California’s Bay Area). More specifically though, I’m from San José! I love spending time with my friends and family, especially my dog. I also enjoy going on outings and dabbling in sports like volleyball and tennis! If you ever need anything please reach out, I’m more than happy to support you. Beyond that, I look forward to building a great community and having a good year with you all!

Shelby Oelmann

Tapestry 4th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hi! I'm Shelby (she/her) from Long Beach, CA. I'm a 4th-year Global Health major from ERC on the pre-health track. I'm excited to be returning for my 2nd year as an RA for Sixth College, where I've enjoyed building a supportive community and helping fellow students. When I'm not busy with academics or RA duties, I love spending time outdoors walking and hiking, diving into a good book, traveling to new places, and cherishing moments with my family and friends. I look forward to meeting everyone and making the most of the year to come!

Anushka Jakhanwal

Tapestry 5th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! I’m Anushka, your RA!! I am so excited to be part of this living community with you all starting this fall:) Whether you need support with roommate conflicts, academic challenges, or simply someone to talk to, I am your go-to person! I am a Math - Computer Science major so I already love problem-solving which makes being a RA more fun :p. Together, I and all of you can create memorable experiences, build connections, and make your year filled with fun. Here’s to sharing and making the most of this community! See you soon.

Chloe Obillo

Tapestry 5th Floor

2nd Year, She/Her

Hi everyone! I'm Chloe, and I'm a student from Marshall College. This is my second year at UCSD and my first year being an RA. Like many of you, this will be my first year living in Sixth College. Some fun facts about me are that I'm Filipino and Indonesian, my favorite color is pink, and my zodiac sign is Virgo. I'm looking forward to a good year with you all!

Sydney Goodin

Tapestry 6th Floor

3rd Year, She/Her

Hi, my name is Sydney, and I am a third-year public health major with a concentration in medical sciences. I will be a new Sixth RA in Tapestry. Some of my favorite things to do are listening to music, reading books or manga, and watching TV shows or movies. Some may call me a bookworm and a binge-watcher; I agree. I am excited to meet everyone and build an amazing community together, and if you have any questions, feel free to reach out. And if you have any recommendations, I would love that, too!

Leslie Vallejo-Avila

Tapestry 6th Floor

4th Year, She/Her/Ella

Hi! My name is Leslie and I major in Political Science with a concentration in Race, Ethnicity and Politics and a Business minor. I am a first-generation high school and college student from San Francisco, CA and a proud daughter of Mexican immigrants. I speak Spanish and English fluently and a bit of French! This is my third year as a Sixth college RA and I'm so excited to be serving as the Multicultural LLC RA for a second-year in a row! Outside of this role, I serve as your Associated Students (AS) Student Body President, and a sister in the Delta Gamma sorority. Whether you have any questions about study abroad, research or academic scholarships, on-campus resources or anything at all, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am looking forward to getting to know all of you and put on amazing RA programs for you all!

Brandon Wieboldt

Tapestry 8th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hey everyone! My name is Brandon Wieboldt and I am psyched to be apart of the Sixth College RA team this year. I’m a Poli Sci international relations major from sixth and I plan to go to law school after my time here at UCSD, so if you’re curious about that path or others, I’d love to share my experiences. I’m also a San Diego local and grew up in Oceanside so if you have questions about anything from cliff jumping spots to where the best food around is, don’t be afraid to ask. When I’m not in class I’ll be on the beach lifeguarding for California state parks, surfing, snowboarding, hiking, and just having a good time. See you around!

Giselle Zamudio

Tapestry 9th Floor

4th Year, She/Her

Hello everyone! I’m Giselle, a fourth-year Public Health major from the Antelope Valley. This marks my third year as an RA, and I can’t wait to welcome new residents, reconnect with returning ones, and engage with the rest of our residential community. My goal is to help make Sixth College feel like your home away from home. I’m here to foster a supportive and inclusive living environment and I look forward to organizing events that promote well-being and community bonding. Whether you have questions about campus resources or want someone to chat with, feel free to reach out to me. Welcome to Sixth!

Michael Valdivia

Tapestry 10th Floor

2nd Year, He/Him

Hi everyone I am Michael or you can call me Mike. I'll be your RA for the 2024-2025 school year. I am a Business Economics major in Sixth College and plan on minoring in engineering. I grew up in Los Angeles, and I am a huge Rams & sports fanatic! Reach out anytime if you have any questions, I'll be happy to answer. I'm excited for the new year and can't wait to meet the new group of residents.

Grace Rivera

Tapestry 11th Floor

4th Year, She/Her/Ella/Siya

Grace is a fourth year pre-med student in Sixth College majoring in Cognitive Science with a Specialization in Clinical Aspects of Cognition. This is her second year being an RA for Sixth College- last year, she was the RA for 65 first years living in Tapestry! Grace has taken on several leadership and people-oriented positions during her time at UCSD in organizations including Kaibigang Pilipino (KP), the Pilipino Undergraduate Society for Health (PUSH), UCSD’s Academic Integrity Office, UCSD's Center for Healthy Eating and Activity Research (CHEAR), and more. She is passionate about dance, food, travel, and mental health. She hopes to make her residents' stay at Sixth College as safe and memorable as possible!

Joaquin Valle

Tapestry 12th Floor

3rd Year, He/Him

Hi! My name is Joaquin and I’m from Santa Ana, CA! I’m currently a third year studying Electrical Engineering and this is my 2nd year being an RA. In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym and trying new food spots. I enjoy collecting Pokemon Cards and Smiskis. I’m looking forward to getting to know you all!

Claudia Bran

Tapestry 13th Floor 

3rd Year, She/Her

Hello! My name is Claudia Bran and I am a 3rd year dance major from Eleanor Roosevelt College. Outside of being an RA I dedicate my time to be part of many organizations on campus such as my sorority, Sigma Pi Alpha, and the Healthy Skin Initiative Club. Being an RA last year taught me the importance of resilience and strength while at the same time it taught me the meaning of giving back to my community. I’m am very excited to start the school year and continue to make amazing memories at Sixth College.

Ben Truong

3rd Year, He/Him

Nathan Rodriguez

3rd Year, He/Him

Stuti Verma

3rd Year, She/Her

Claudia Bran

3rd Year, She/Her

Esther Kim

2nd Year, She/Her

Arelyz Marin Matienzo

2nd Year, She/Her

Yamilet Terrero Contreras

2nd Year, She/Her

Dami Olowookere

3rd Year, She/Her