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Meet the Facilitators
Office Hours
PAL office hours are held in person in SQU 315; Math (SQU 313) and Chem (SQU 321) are in inner rooms. Office hours for the Fall 2025 semester will be posted here at the end of Week 2.
PAL Facilitators By Class
Supervisory Facilitators
Mela David
Supervisory Facilitator
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m looking forward to being a PAL facilitator because I want to help other students feel more confident and motivated when it comes to building foundational math skills. I understand that math can be pretty tough to learn, and because of that, I want to create a positive and supportive environment so that I can help others thrive in their class and develop essential skills for the future! I’m also excited to make new connections and see my peers succeed as well.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I like to hang out with my friends and family, play video games, and eat good food.
Avery Farlee
Supervisory Facilitator
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am so excited to work as a PAL facilitator so that I can help other students grow and succeed in learning anatomy and physiology as well as directing them down the right path towards success in the career that they are striving for. I want my PAL classroom to be a safe space for students to explore their interests and become the best learner that they can be!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? Along with anatomy and physiology, I am very passionate about fitness and weight training. I am a personal trainer at the Well, so I love working with clients and seeing them grow and reach their goals. I spend most of my time at the gym, studying or reading a good book.
Logan Lawrence
Supervisory Facilitator
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I found that working together in a group setting allowed me to thrive in very difficult class, I am excited to facilitate and aid students in a similar manner.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy working out, reading, playing video games, and binging TV shows. I also enjoy spending time with my girlfriend, family, and other close friends.
Chem 1A Facilitators
Alaina Hagen
Chem 1A (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? From my own experiences, I understand that STEM courses can be difficult. I am excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I have experienced the academic and social benefits of taking PAL courses, including being more confident in my coursework and making new friends. I enjoy working with others and would like to help other students have a similar experience with PAL and STEM courses.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I like to take Ballet and Contemporary dance classes, listen to music, play board games, and write short stories.
Manh Le
Chem 1A
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I'm excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I want to help students feel more confident and comfortable in their chemistry classes. I believe a helpful mentor can make a big impact on a student's learning. I hope to create a positive and fun learning environment for students to grow and develop foundational chemistry knowledge that will come in handy in future classes and future assessments.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy playing all types of video games, playing sports, and hanging out with my friends and family. I also enjoy watching different movies and shows, having just caught up with One Piece.
Chem 1B Facilitators
Kelly Chan
Chem 1B (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m excited to be a PAL facilitator to meet new people, make friends, and especially aid others when they struggle with math. Personally, math is my favorite subject, so I want to make it as easy as possible for others.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I enjoy watching dramas, trying new foods, and spending time with friends. I also really enjoy puzzles, but I never have enough time to complete one entirely.
Diana Gamboa
Chem 1B
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? To be able to share a passion of science with others is so exciting! I look forward to watching people conquer the difficult study that is Chemistry and watching their confidence grow as they overcome these challenges. Anything can be learned as long as effort and practice is put in.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy dancing and doing art when I get the chance! I also love playing video games but most of my spare time is spent studying. Such is the life of a college student.
Chem 4 Facilitators
Jessy Cadena
Chem 4 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I have the opportunity to help mentor students who are in the same position I was in starting STEM-based courses, asking for help can be intimidating but I’m hoping to make this process easier for students, and be there for them as needed.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy going to the gym, snowboarding, sunset-watching at the lake, and coloring. Anything that includes being outside or challenges me!
Avigail Anguiano
Chem 4
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I love sharing my passion for chemistry with my peers. I want to create a positive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and have fun.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I love to hang out with my friends, take long naps, and play Minecraft.
Alejandro Monterrosas
Chem 4
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I help as many students as I can with achieving their academic goals. Going into Math 30, I was very nervous about the material that would be covered in the class and thought that I would get a low grade. However, enrolling in a PAL really helped me understand the material and the facilitator's method of assisting students really resonated with me. Now that I am a PAL Facilitator, I am excited to encourage students to work hard and to connect with their peers in order to succeed in their academic journeys!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I like to do various things in my spare time. Sometimes I like to hop in a call with my friends and play video games, listen to music, and sometimes I like to talk and hang out with my family and relax.
Haniah Asif
Chem 4
Chem 6A Facilitators
Angelina Slivinsky
Chem 6A (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? Working as a Facilitator is an opportunity to share my love for bio, help students with all the things bio related by guiding them and ensuring confidence in them
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I play the piano, go on walks and bike rides. I also love having sleepovers with my nieces and nephews.
Michael Welsh
Chem 6A
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I believe that this position will be fulfilling as I will have many opportunities to guide students along their academic journey. I have always had an affinity towards the sciences and I am excited to be able to share that with others in the context of providing academic support. I also have personal experience of how difficult secondary education can be, and I want to help ensure that anyone pursing the sciences does not feel alone or out of place.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I thoroughly enjoy reading science fiction, horror, mythology/folklore, and nonfiction books (regarding science/medicine/math). I also enjoy discovering new types of music as I listen and play music (flute/piano) a lot.
Chem 24 Facilitators
Maarten Rios
Chem 24 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I'm excited to become a PAL facilitator because I look forward to helping others build a strong foundation in chemistry. As a PAL facilitator I'm also looking forward to fostering peer interest in all STEM fields.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I really enjoy plants so in my spare time I like tending to my vegetable and california native garden as well as going on nature walks and hikes when I get the opportunity.
Abby Polapink
Chem 24
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I love sharing my passion for chemistry to my peers and helping them feel more confident in this field of interest. I hope to create a comfortable space for students who feel intimidated in their STEM courses, and be someone they can go to for help.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I really enjoy spending time with my loved ones whether that’s friends or family. I’m really into video games, daily walks, reading and sketching. I also have a cat named Eroda whom I absolutely adore.
Chem 124 Facilitators
Sophia Schultz
Chem 124 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL facilitator because I am passionate about learning and helping other people succeed. I look forward to seeing my peers grow academically, as well as grow with them.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing with my dog, and catching up with friends and family.
Aaisha Dass
Chem 124
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I love Chemistry and hope to help students succeed like my past facilitators helped me. My goal is to help make each student feel capable of tackling a challenging but rewarding subject: Organic Chemistry!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I love to spend my free time with friends as well as listening to music, playing video games, and simply lying in bed!
Math 12 Facilitators
Destiney Housley
Math 12 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m excited to be a part of PAL because I like helping people understand math at a base level. I also like interacting and working with others.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I love to crochet and play pc games in my spare time. I also like listening to music while doing both activities.
Madaline Padilla
Math 12
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I enjoy helping others and believe this will be a fulfilling experience. Math can be a difficult subject to learn, so I hope to create an environment that makes the learning process less stressful. I look forward to watching my students grow over the course of the semester!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time I enjoy reading, watching tv, running, and rock climbing. I love to spend time with family and friends, and go thrifting any time I can with them.
Walker Quintero
Math 12
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to be a PAL facilitator because of all the new people I get to meet who share a similar interest in math. I know it can be difficult at times, but I look forward to helping students become more confident in their abilities.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I spend pretty much all of my free time playing music. I've been playing guitar for about 13 years and recently started playing the drums!
Math 29 Facilitators
Sam Gaitan
Math 29 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I'm excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because not only will it help me learn as an educator how to best support my students, but I also love to see students have their "aha!" moments when something difficult finally makes sense.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? During my free time, I love to bake, garden, and play a lot of video games like Marvel Rivals and Stardew Valley!
Anthony Knight
Math 29
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am thrilled to work as a PAL facilitator because I am passionate about helping students at Sacramento State. I understand how challenging it can be to ask for help, and I want to be a supportive and easily approachable resource for students and people at Sacramento State. I aim to make it easier for students to overcome challenges and succeed.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I like to do physical activities like hiking, snowboarding, boxing, or working out at the well or just going out with friends in general. When I'm at home I like to spend my time playing video games like Marvel Rivals or Sparking Zero.
Math 30 Facilitators
Victoria Mosley
Math 30 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL Facilitator because I want to share my passion for math and science. I want to help others succeed in difficult classes and achieve their goals. I understand math and science can be frustrating sometimes, but with a little guidance these subjects can actually be quite fun and interesting!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time I love to crochet, play with my crazy dog, or play basketball. I also enjoy watching movies and shows on Netflix.
Michael Kenny
Math 30
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I'm excited to be a PAL Facilitator since I've always had a passion for helping others as well as math and so this is the perfect place for both!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I play a lot of video games in my free time on my computer, I like to read here and there as well as watch shows on streaming platforms and anime, as well as traveling with friends and creating new memories with those I love.
Math 31 Facilitators
Sahil Kumar
Math 31 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL facilitator because I look forward to students working together to solve problems that they are struggling with.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time I like to play video games, make music, and work on my car.
Nicholas Agudelo
Math 31
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? Despite what the face in my photo might imply, I'm quite excited to work as a PAL Facilitator since I'll be helping students pass the very difficult path that is Math 31. Plus, I get to practice my Socratic dialogue skills.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? Considering that I'm a walking, talking chatter box, going out with friends, acquaintances, and strangers is always a tremendous pleasure. Aside from that, I'm very fond of the movie theatre experience, playing the guitar, the gym, and cooking traditional Colombian snacks.
Phys 5A Facilitators
Riya Sandhu
Phys 5A (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? As a PAL facilitator, I’m most looking forward to meeting students and watching their growth over the semester we have together. This program has helped me thrive in my classes, and I am eager to be able to help others. I’ve seen how PAL builds community, as students bond over a subject’s challenges and other shared experiences. I am so excited to be a part of such a supportive environment!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I consider myself a matcha enthusiast and love making lattes at home. I enjoy going to the beach and taking care of all of my fish. I like low stress games like Animal Crossing and Roblox. I am currently on a journey to try every cafe in Sacramento to see which one is the best!
Christy Au
Phys 5A
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? As a PAL Facilitator, I can’t wait to work with students and watch them succeed through their journey here at Sac State. Additionally, I would like to share my love for math with others and help them understand concepts may be more challenging than others.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I love to solve Rubik’s Cubes and enjoy putting together puzzles. I also love playing Wordle, CrossNerdle and Free Cell.
Bio 25 Facilitators
Arrianna Lewis
Bio 25 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work as a PAL facilitator because I want to help students succeed. I came from a poor academic background which led me to learn how to do everything independently. But I want to encourage students by giving them the tools to be the best academic weapon they can be. I know this course can be hard, but I want to give students helpful study habits that can be used to flourish in BIO 25.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? For fun, I love going to the gym. I have been a big gym rat since high school and love pushing myself to the limits. I also love going shopping and hanging out with friends.
Gabriel Sanchez
Bio 25
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? Growing up I struggled in school, but my grandma was always there and never gave up on me. Her support allowed me to find my stride academically, and I am forever grateful. What excites me about being a facilitator is having an opportunity to pay it forward and be for other students what my grandma was for me while focusing on a subject I am passionate about.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? Whenever I have free time, I love traveling, exploring new places, hiking, and going to the gym. On quieter days, I enjoy sleeping in, listening to music, playing video games, and spending time with my cat, family, and friends. I’m always eager to try and experience new things, whether it’s a show, hobby, music, food, etc.
Sabrina Campos
Bio 25
Ethan De Leon
Bio 25
Bio 26 Facilitators
Carolina Flolo
Bio 26 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to be a PAL Facilitator because I am passionate about the human sciences, especially BIO 25, and want to help introduce my peers to the subject in a supportive way. As a former PAL student myself, I know firsthand how beneficial PAL courses can be. I want to use what I learned from my own PAL facilitators to empower students and help them gain confidence in their ability to learn, just like my facilitators did. BIO 25 is a rigorous course, but with the support from someone who was once in the same position, and hard work, you can thrive!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I enjoy a lot of hobbies in my spare time! I really enjoy being outdoors, where you might find me rock climbing, picking wildflowers, or combing a river, lake, the ocean, or any body of water I can find, for rocks, fossils, or shells. I also love my cozier, at home hobbies, like reading, jewelry making, and playing video games! You can also find me at local coffee shops with friends enjoying an iced mocha!
Aury Perez
Bio 26
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am most excited to see students grow in understanding human anatomy and physiology. As a former student of PAL and BIO 26, I can understand how intimidating it can be taking these courses. With the skills I have gained through my academic journey in taking these courses I hope to share my knowledge to help students grow comfortable with themselves and build confidence. By providing a safe space for students I look forward to seeing them grow successful and learn efficiently in these courses!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time I enjoy spending it with my loved ones and my dog whether that looks like spent at home or can even be outdoor activities such as shopping or trying new places! Some of my hobbies consist of watching movies or binge watching my favorite shows, reading books, and listening to music.
Arjun Maharaj
Bio 26
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I’m excited to work as a PAL facilitator because there is a great amount of opportunity and growth I can utilize for future plus I want to help give back to the community that helped me through the challenging classes I took.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? In my spare time, I would be working out, doing my physical therapy, or watching mma fights mainly Muay Thai which I hope to train once cleared.
Bio 121 Facilitators
Bella Lares
Bio 121 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am most excited to see all the new faces that come to the palace! STEM is such a wonderful community and PAL is a wonderful way to meet people and work towards that degree together.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I love to cook and bake! Chances are you'll find me stealing herbs from the arboretum after I forgot one from the store. I also love to talk about my dog, Beyblade.
Rachael Basra
Bio 121
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to be a PAL facilitator as I seek to encourage students to develop their interests and knowledge in the sciences. Furthermore, I believe the group environment as well as guidance from facilitators greatly help increase confidence in going through challenging problems. Being a PAL student myself I found the class to be very helpful as it helped me academically as well as socially as I got to meet new people. I look forward to working with my students and hope to gain new knowledge from them as well as they go through their academic journey.
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? Some of things I like to do is to spend time with my family and crocheting.
Bio 131 Facilitators
Kevin Salimo
Bio 131 (Lead)
Why are you excited to work as a PAL Facilitator? I am excited to work with students as a PAL Facilitator to help them achieve their academic goals. As a former PAL student, I am inspired by my facilitator to create an environment that stimulates learning and growth. I want to allow students to make connections with the difficult concepts of BIO 25 and be able to carry on those techniques into additional courses. Being able to watch my students succeed and start understanding the material is my goal!
What do you like to do for fun or in your spare time? I like to do a lot of things in my spare time! During the winter I like to go ice skating with my friends and snowboarding with my family. I enjoy exploring nature through hiking, rock climbing, and swimming. Indoors I like to just relax in bed, watching movies and shows, reading a book, or be on facetime with friends
Emna Mohamed
Bio 131
Khalia Gatlin
Bio 131