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Kathy Tran-Peters, MA
Program Manager, Honors and Interdisciplinary Studies
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Kathy is the Program Manager for Honors and Interdisciplinary Studies. As an alumna of Taylorsville High School and a college graduate from SLCC, Kathy is excited to be able to return to and serve the same neighborhood and community that her family immigrated to. She graduated from the University of Utah with Honors Bachelors of Arts in both History and Gender & Sexuality Studies, as well as a Master of Arts in History. Because of her experiences as a first-generation student and womxn of color, she understands that there are many barriers to accessing and succeeding in higher education. Her experiences influence her passion for challenging, unlearning, and rethinking higher education’s core practices and policies in order to best serve the most diverse study body in Utah. You’ll also find her hiking and trail running with her dogs, binge-watching TV shows, climbing, drinking tea, and eating at and supporting BIPOC-owned restaurants.
Campus:
Taylorsville
Building:
Technology Building (TB)
Room:
323B
Phone:
Email:
Michael Young, MA
Associate Dean of General Education, Honors, and Interdisciplinary Studies
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Michael Young has over ten years of experience in higher education in both instruction and academic leadership positions. He is currently the Associate Dean of General Education, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Honors at Salt Lake Community College. Prior to this position, Michael was a full-time tenured Sociology Instructor for Bay College in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and has taught adjunct courses at Minnesota State University, Mankato. He taught courses using a variety of formats and technologies including hybrid, online, and traditional. He has also held various leadership positions at Bay College that include being a Team Leader of Michigan Guided Pathways Initiative, Chair of the Curriculum Committee, Faculty Association President, and Human Services Program Coordinator.
Michael’s academic and career goals began as a community college student where he received an AAS in Human Services. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and a Master of Arts in Sociology. It has been his lifelong passion to become a leader in education and help students become successful in life and their career. Michael’s experience in higher education has allowed him to work with faculty, staff, and administration to advance the revolutionary and structural changes taking place within academia. He also enjoys working across the campus with leaders to promote General Education as a fundamental and integrative program at SLCC.
Michael’s hobbies and interests include art, music, movies, time in nature, chess, poker, and reading.
Yana Yan, M.A.
Administrative Asst. I of Academic Operations/General Education
Yana Yan is the administrative assistant of Michael Young. With a decade of experience in the Cultural industry in China, Yana has significantly contributed to introducing over 50 TV shows, documentaries, and films to audiences in Shanghai. Her passion for the creative arts is complemented by her educational background, holding a Master’s degree in Creative Industries and Cultural Assets from Hong Kong Metropolitan University and a bachelor's degree in journalism from Qiqihar University.
Originally from the picturesque Southwest of China, Yana's love for nature is evident in her appreciation for the region's stunning mountains. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time on the trail with her family. Guided by the Chinese proverb, "In a party of three, there must be one who can be my teacher," Yana embraces a lifelong learning philosophy. This outlook fuels her excitement about working at SLCC, where she eagerly contributes diverse cultural perspectives and absorbs knowledge from the rich college environment. As a lifelong learner, Yana believes that maintaining curiosity and passion is key to fostering a positive and joyful work environment.
Natalie Cabrera
Peer Mentor
Pronouns: She/Her
My name is Natalie Cabrera. I am from Lima, Perú, and I am currently working on the Honors Peer Mentor team. My experience as an honors student meant a lot to me. The program helped me in different areas of my life and contributed to my having a great experience at college. I hope to help students navigate higher education, help them with their classes, with the program, and be able to support them in any way I can. One of the goals I hope to accomplish in the program is to support students in the same way that the mentors supported me. In my free time, I love doing crafts, painting, listening to music, doing karaoke, watching movies and series, and reading books; my favorites are documentaries and psychology books. I am studying a major in psychology at SLCC, which I will then complete at a 4-year university. Later, I hope to finish medical school to become a psychiatrist.
Jevahjire France
Peer Mentor
Pronouns: He/Him/His
My name is Jevahjire France and I am from Les Cayes, Haiti and I am currently interning as an Honors Peer Mentor. I am happy to help current and future Honors Students navigate higher education, support Honors Program students, particularly first-year students, in understanding the Honors Program requirements. My favorite hobbies are going to the gym, playing soccer, pickleball and volleyball. I also love learning how to program and design during my free time, which explains my major in Mechanical Engineering. My goal as of right now is to finish my associate's degree of Pre-Engineering at SLCC, transfer to a 4 year school to get my bachelor degree, later on go to Grad School for Robotics. My experience in the Honors program has been a blast so far, I have learned and benefited a lot from it, which is why I decided to become an Honors Peer Mentor.
Angele Traore
Peer Mentor
My name is Angele, I’m from West Africa Mali. My major is Business, and I would like to be a Real Estate Manager in the future, that is my dream job. I’m currently working as a Peer Mentor on the Honors Program team. I’m excited to help students succeed during their academic journey, help them grow and achieve their goals. My hobbies are going to the gym, hang out with friends and spend time with my family, listening to music, I’m gonna add read books but it makes me sleepy 😊. During my free time I love going to the bowling even if I’m so bad at it and go to the movie theater.
Campus:
Taylorsville
Building:
Technology Building (TB)
Room:
323A
Email:
Pronouns:
She/Her/Hers
Camíla Thompson
Peer Mentor
My name is Camíla Thompson, and I'm a new mentor here! I've been at Salt Lake Community College for a while and learned to navigate much of the college. I'm also fairly familiar with many resources at the college, so please ask about them! I'm here to help honors students navigate honors requirements, answer general questions, and provide support where possible. Look for a gal wearing a bandana, sweatpants, and lots of colors, and you'll find me! When I'm not at the college, you can find me experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. I'm also an aspiring gardener, often looking for ways to incorporate my homegrown veggies into my meals. In my free time, I enjoy making Lego flowers, hitting the gym, playing pickleball, and spending quality time with my spouse and dog.
I'm working towards an Associate of Science in Social Work while concurrently earning a license as a Behavioral Health Technician and Substance Use Disorder Counselor.
Campus:
Taylorsville
Building:
Technology Building (TB)
Room:
323A
Email:
Pronouns:
She/Her/Hers
Pinky Fabian
Peer Mentor
Hi! My name is Pinky Fabian. I’m 21 years old and was born and raised in the Philippines. I moved here in 2020 with my family, and it’s been quite a wild ride! I started majoring in financial services at SLCC in Fall 2023, aiming to acquire my AAS degree by December 2025 and transfer to a four-year university. I feel the happiest when I significantly impact other people’s lives, so I want to become a Certified Public Accountant or a licensed Financial Advisor (still going back and forth between the two).
Seeking to influence and be influenced by a diverse and motivated community, I joined the Honors program in January 2024. I took my first honors course in HON 2211 Intermediate Writing Class, where I’m currently a peer mentor/teacher’s assistant, ready to support and guide you as an academic writer. When I’m not chasing deadlines for my classes (a once-in-a-blue-moon occurrence), I love to read fantasy books (Circe by Madeline Miller is a good one!), watch sitcoms (Modern Family is one of my favorites), build 3D models and draw using oil pastels.
My goal as an honors peer mentor is to be your compass in navigating higher education and your journey as a growing individual full of endless potential.
Campus:
Taylorsville
Building:
Technology Building (TB)
Room:
323A
Email:
Pronouns:
She/Her/Hers