Agustin Bautista Silva

Assistant Director

Pialli nehuatl notoca Agustin, hello my name is Agustin I have a Bachelor's degree from Weber State University in Electronics Engineering. I was born in Guerrero, Mexico and I am a first-generation college student. College is hard as it is and not being able to know who to turn to with questions can make things harder. That's where I come in, I specifically work with first year students from our Summer Bridge Program, but that does not mean that if you are not part of our program, you can't ask questions, so come visit us if you get stuck trying to navigate SLCC. Our doors are always open, and we are always willing to help. When I am not working with students I like to learn about other cultures and languages. I like nature so being outdoors is a must for me when the weather gets warm. That is a little bit about me, good luck in your classes, pongansen las pilas y hechenle ganas.

Meet with Agustin

Joshua Samson

Coordinator

Joshua Samson earned his B.S. in Mass Media Studies from Missouri State University, his M.F.A. in Film Studies from the University of Utah, and is in a PhD program in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Utah. He is a working filmmaker and artist and has been teaching film since 2005 at various colleges and organizations in the Salt Lake area, including for SLCC for several years. He is also the technical director of Mental Healthy, F.i.T., a local non-profit that uses film, art, and creativity to lift stigma and normalize conversations about mental health. Josh is a coordinator for the Summer Bridge program and has a long professional history of working with students from refugee and immigrant backgrounds.

MEET WITH JOSHUA

Jose Loeri

Coordinator

Hello, my name is Jose Loeri (They/Them/Theirs). I graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor's in Writing and Rhetoric Studies. I started my journey at SLCC as a first-generation student though. I have first-hand experience with how hard college can be, and I want to make it easier for anyone that I interact with! My role as a coordinator with the Summer Bridge program is to help students make college a reality, especially if someone tells you it's impossible.

In addition to being a coordinator: I love to hike, the gym (maybe one day I will look like someone who loves the gym, I just have to stop liking ice cream), table-top RPGs and board games, podcasts (fiction is my favorite), research, and learning.

Sarah Orozco

Coordinator

Hi! My name is Sarah Orozco (She/her/ella). I was born and raised in Glendale, Utah and my parents are from Jalisco, Mexico. I have a bachelor’s degree in both Ethnic Studies and Gender Studies from the University of Utah. I like to do a bit of everything: I like to spend time with my friends and family, scroll through TikTok and sing karaoke (at home). I also like to watch anime, dance, go camping, and travel. As a first-generation college grad, I’m passionate about helping students get connected to resources that’ll help them succeed and feel connected on campus so stop by and let me know how I can help you!

Juliana Caballero

Program Associate

"Hello! I'm Juliana Caballero, the program associate for the Bridge Program. My pronouns are she/her/ella and I currently have an associates degree in Communication Studies and planning on continuing getting my bachelors at UVU. I’ve been with the Bridge program since 2021 as a bridge student and I’ve been stuck with them ever since. It’s an amazing experience that I hope to share with incoming college students! My hobbies include anything where I can spend money so shopping or hanging out with friends! My advice is to not give up and always surround yourself with good people, makes college a bit more fun! Hope to see y’all soon!"

Carlos Salinas

Senior Peer Mentor

Hello, my name is Carlos Salinas. I work at the Summer Bridge Program as a Math Tutor/Senior Peer Mentor. My pronouns are they/them. I am a first-generation student working on my Associate's of Pre-Engineering at SLCC. I plan to transfer to the U and graduate with a degree in electrical engineering. Some of my hobbies include gaming and consuming media to the point of no return. I enjoy watching TV shows, movies, anime, and reading manga. I love hip-hop and rap music and use it to study everyday!

Monique "Mona" Reynoso

Senior Peer Mentor

Hello, my name is Mona Reynoso, I am a Senior Peer Mentor specifically for ESL Bridge. I was a Bridge Student in 2022 and I loved the program and the support I received. I am a Writing Studies major and a first-generation student originally from California. My goal is to transfer to Utah Valley University to get my Bachelor's in Writing Studies with an English Teaching minor. Some of my hobbies are reading, watching anime and horror movies, and hanging out with friends. I can't wait to meet ya'll!

Constance Archuleta

Senior Peer Mentor

My name is Constance Archuleta, I am a Senior Peer Mentor for the Sumer Bridge Program. I am a 1st generation Chicana majoring in Secondary Education. I plan to transfer to Utah Valley University in Spring 2025 to earn a Bachelors in Special Education. I graduated from Kearns High School in 2022, and was a Bridge student that Summer, I loved it and hope to pass on that experience! My hobbies include dancing, hiking, listening to music, baking, and hanging out with friends.

Raquel Sobreira

Peer Mentor

Hi! My name is Raquel and I'm originally from Brazil! I am a pre-nursing student at SLCC, planning to transfer to the University of Utah to get my bachelor's degree! I started here as a seasonal peer mentor at Summer Bridge 2024 and I'm so excited to continue to work with students throughout the year! My hobbies are hiking, painting, and hanging out with friends!

Arely Guarneros Lopez

Peer Mentor

Hello, my name is Arely Guarneros Lopez! I am a peer mentor for the Bridge Program. I was born in Utah, but my family is from Hidalgo, Mexico. I am fluent in Spanish and English and am in the process of learning Portuguese. I am a first-generation student majoring in Community Health and Leadership. I aim to transfer to the University of Utah to obtain my Bachelor’s degree. In my free time, I like to dance, scrapbook, and listen to music. I look forward to working with you all!

Eduardo “Lalo” Trujillo

Peer Mentor

Hello, my name is Eduardo Trujillo, but I go by Lalo. I am a first generation student and I was a student for the Bridge Program. My area of study originally was Computer Science, but I recently decided to switch over into Computer Engineering. I love playing tennis, skateboarding and going to concerts. I love listening to music, but my favorite genres are indie rock and rap. I look forward to meeting y'all!

Steeven Valdivia

Peer Mentor

Hello, my name is Steeven Valdivia. I am a first-generation Latinx student enrolled in the Civil engineering program at SLCC. I hope to become a Civil Engineer and become really rich. Some of my hobbies include gaming and watching sitcom shows. My favorite shows are The Office and Brooklyn 99. I like to listen to any type of music, including rap, reggae, reggaeton, EDM, and many more.

Seileni Tapueluelo

Peer Mentor

Mālō e Lelei and Hello! My name is Seileni (Say-Lenny) Siaosi Tapueluelu I go by any pronouns and was a part of the 2023 Summer Bridge Program. I am a first-generation student and the oldest son of six siblings. I am working towards an Animation Degree and hope to transfer to the U of U to continue learning and someday work in the industry, indie or studio animation! In my free time, I like to play video games, make art either personal work or fan art, read, listen to music and I’m getting into D&D!

Jesus Ojeda

Peer Mentor

First generation Mexican America college student studying computer science and hoping to specialize in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. My hobbies include playing the guitar, listening to audiobooks, video games, and collecting collectables from my favorite games and tv shows. I hope to transfer to the University of Utah to complete my bachelors in Computer Science and possibly even a Masters with a focus on Artificial Intelligence.