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SEE Program Staff Bios
SEE Program Leadership
Semarhy Quiñones, Ph.D. (She/Ella)
SEE Director, CSU-SPaRA at Sacramento State Program Co-Campus Coordinator, U-RISE Coordinator, CSU-SPaRA Statewide Lead Project Director, and Biological Sciences Lecturer
e.quinones-soto@csus.edu
Dr. Semarhy Quiñones is from Puerto Rico, where she completed her bachelor’s in microbiology before moving to California for her PhD at UC Davis. As part of the Success Center, she works with students from the CSU-SPaRA at Sacramento State Program and the Sacramento State U-RISE program who are interested in pursuing graduate studies.
Richard Aguirre (He/Him/His)
SEE Services Coordinator & Prehealth Advisor
aguirre@csus.edu website
Richard, a first-generation college graduate of Sacramento State, received his bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences and was a member of the SEE Program and the CSU-STEM Pathways and Research Alliance (formerly known as CSU-LSAMP) during his undergraduate studies. After graduating, he served as the SEE Activities Coordinator and Advisor for over 3 years before becoming the SEE Services Coordinator in November 2014. As the coordinator, he works to provide a diverse community, resources, and a welcoming environment, while sharing his knowledge about being a successful student, including Prehealth, Graduate Education, Teaching, Research, and preparing for the workforce in STEM. Richard also serves as the club advisor to two student-run groups MAPS and NSMJC.
Student Assistants
Karissa Amkhamavong
Karissa is a third-year Biological Sciences major wo aspires to become a Physician Assistant. She enjoys assisting her peers develop new study strategies and helping them succeed in their coursework. In her free time, Karissa loves to hike and hopes to hike Half Dome this year. She also loves to attend baseball games and spend quality time with her family and friends.
Shajia Farzeen
Shajia is a second-year Public Health major with a concentration in Healthcare Administration. She derives satisfaction from assisting her fellow students in developing innovative study tactics and offering support for their academic achievements. In her spare time, Shajia enjoys watching movies and trying new food and drink places. She is looking forward to meeting everyone and helping them out when she can.
SEE Ambassadors
The SEE Ambassadors are the peer mentors of the SEE Program. SEE Ambassadors meet with students to help them get familiar with resources in the SEE Program, Center for Science and Math Success, the College and University. Ambassadors help in cultivating a welcoming community where students feel they belong and connect with others that will allow them to be successful in their education at Sacramento State. Ambassadors can be reached at see-amb@csus.edu
Lavina Le
Lavina, a graduating senior this Fall, is majoring in Biochemistry. She has work experience in various work environments, including retail, clerical, education, and laboratory settings, and is happy to share more about her experiences. During her free time, Lavina enjoys spending time with her friends and sisters, trying new foods and coffee places, and exploring nature. She also enjoys organizing and planning. Lavina is super excited to be a part of SEE and help students in any way she can.
Ghazal Bavi
Ghazal is currently majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Journalism. Her career goal is to become a Physician Assistant. She is currently working on getting her clinical medical assistant certification. She has worked in retail, with children, and in restaurants. During her free time, she enjoys shopping, spending time with her sisters, friends, and family.
Sara Delgado
Sara is a fourth-year Biological Sciences major and transfer student with a goal of becoming a physician in primary care one day. She has gained experience through clinical shadowing and is navigating the pre-med journey. She is excited to support fellow students as they pursue their goals. During her free time, she loves watching soccer, listening to podcasts, and spending time with her family.