Meet & Contact the TRIO SSS Staff
Veronica Guadarrama
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Veronica Guadarrama holds a Master’s Degree in Higher Education from the University of Arizona and a Bachelor’s from Central Washington University. Her areas of expertise include: Program development, management, and student development.
Fun fact: Veronica enjoys spending time with family and enjoys binging watching shows.
You can schedule an appointment directly onto Veronica’s calendar through Starfish. Your login is your BigBend username WITHOUT @bigbend.edu and password.
You can reach Veronica at veronicag@bigbend.edu or 509-793-2039.
Allyssa Martinez
Allyssa Martinez is a proud first-generation college student from Moses Lake, Washington. A graduate of Moses Lake High School, she went to earn her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Eastern Washington University. Currently she is pursuing her master’s degree in social work as a dedicated graduate student. A former TRIO participant, Allyssa is passionate about giving back and is excited to continue supporting students at Big Bend Community College.
Fun fact: In her free time, Allyssa enjoys reading, watching movies, and drinking endless amounts of coffee.
You can reach Allyssa at allyssam@bigbend.edu or 509-793-2040.
Astrid Chen
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Astrid Chen, BA, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Eastern Washington University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work, MSW, from Grand Canyon University. Astrid is also a former participant in the TRIO Upward Bound at BBCC! Her areas of expertise include: academic advising, transfer support, financial aid and scholarship assistance.
Scheduling: You can schedule an appointment directly onto Astrid’s calendar through Starfish. Your login is your BigBend username WITHOUT @bigbend.edu and password.
You can reach Astrid at astridc@bigbend.edu or 509-793-2042.
Jasmine Evangelista-Martinez
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Jasmine Evangelista-Martinez, BS, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Central Washington University. Jasmine is an alumnus of BBCC, as well as a former participant of the TRIO-Student Support Service and Upward Bound Programs. Her area of expertise include: academic advising, transfer support, financial aid and scholarship assistance.
Scheduling: You can schedule an appointment directly onto Jasmine’s calendar through Starfish. Your login is your BigBend username WITHOUT @bigbend.edu and password.
You can reach Jasmine at jasminee@bigbend.edu or 509-793-2041.
Alma Guzman
Alma Guzman earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Services and a Master of Higher Education from Central Washington University and is also an alumnus of BBBC. She is passionate about providing students with guidance and support.
Fun fact: Outside of work Alma enjoys exploring new coffee shops/cafes, attending concerts, and tending to her houseplant collection.
Scheduling: You can schedule an appointment directly onto Alma’s calendar through Starfish. Your login is your BigBend username WITHOUT @bigbend.edu and password.
You can reach Alma at almag@bigbend.edu or 509-793-2082.