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Thomas A. Gutto In collaboration with the Vice Provost of Enrollment Management, Tom leads the creation and implementation of the undergraduate admission strategic recruitment and enrollment efforts. His primary focus is supporting students and their families through the admission process from aspiring college students to admitted LMU Lions. Tom is an active member in the following professional associations: The National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students (NISTS), The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), The Western Association for College Admission Counseling (WACAC), and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers (AACRAO).He was honored with the Bonita C. Jacobs Transfer Champion Rising Star Award (2016) from the National Institute for the Study of Transfer Students for his exceptional advocacy and leadership in the development and implementation of transfer-focused activities in support of transfer student access to and success in higher education. Tom earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Arts in Counseling from LMU. |
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Radia Alouache Radia Alouache brings to her role as Senior Director a degree in Finance and International Business and a Master in Education with a focus in counseling. She combines this background with over 30 years of admission experience. Radia oversees the recruitment and decision process for first year applicants. She is a long-time member of NACAC and WACAC and is actively involved in these two admission professional organizations. In her spare time she likes to read, travel, and try new restaurants. |
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Christine Parra Although Chris now considers herself an LMU Lion after 17 years in Admission, she attended St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas where she obtained both a B.A. in English Communication Arts, as well as an M.A. in Community Counseling. Being an out-of-state college student from Omaha, Nebraska, Chris has had a special interest in both introducing and recruiting prospective students from the Midwest. In her free time, she enjoys time with her children and supporting causes of those with special needs. Territories: California (West LA, South Bay), Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wisconsin |
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Caeli Koizumi is an alumna of Loyola Marymount University, earning her B.A. in Dance in 2017. LMU is where Caeli first fell in love with higher education and she is passionate about empowering students to celebrate and live into their authentic identities. As a native of the San Francisco Bay Area, she is thrilled to return to LMU and support prospective students as they explore all that the university has to offer. Caeli is a proud auntie and in her free time, she enjoys knitting, staying active, and trying new recipes. Territories: California (Far Northern California, Valley of the Moon, Marin, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Oakland, San Mateo County, San Jose, and Santa Clara) |
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Brian is an LMU graduate with his degree in Business Administration. He has a variety of experiences in the fields of fire administration, fitness, and business. He spent two years in Japan with his family teaching English at public elementary schools. In his spare time he loves to be outside swimming, biking and running. Brian loves to read, listen to music and spend time with his family. Territories: Alaska, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, and Wyoming |
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Beth received her B.A. in Communication Studies with a minor in Philosophy at LMU. She went on to earn an M.A. in Higher Education Administration from Boston College, but the Boston winters were too much for her, and she has happily spent most of her career back at LMU. Beth grew up in Sacramento and currently resides in San Diego. She feels incredibly fortunate to continue her work with the admission office by engaging with students from both of these "hometowns." In her spare time, Beth loves the beach, baking, reading, hiking with her family, and volunteering at her children's school. Territories: California (Sacramento, San Diego) |
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From a young age, Jennisa has always valued education, and she received her B.A. in Sociology with a double minor in Applied Psychology and Education from UC Santa Barbara. She is thrilled to be part of the LMU family where she looks forward to providing support to students, especially in the First-gen community. Jennisa is passionate about effecting positive change in her community while also being a support system that fosters all students' success. On her free time, you can find her going to hot yoga, pilates, concerts, or spending time with her friends and family. Territories: California (Central Coast/Santa Barbara area, Central Valley, Hollywood & Wilshire, Covina & West Covina, Riverside, San Bernardino & Ontario and Greater Imperial Valley) |
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Nathan is an LMU graduate who earned both his B.A. (2019) and M.A. (2023) in English. After brief stints in finance and sports management, he joined the admission team in 2021. He is passionate about educational opportunity, enjoys connecting with students, and values demystifying the admission process. Presently based in the Pacific Northwest, Nathan enjoys writing, playing basketball, camping, and spending time with friends. Territories: Oregon |
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Reginaldo "Reggie" Golightly Reggie Golightly is a proud alum of LMU, having received his Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting with a Business Administration minor. Ever since he joined the LMU Pre-College Summer Program following his Sophomore year in high school, he found his place on the bluff. As a student, Reggie was involved in the Delta Kappa Alpha professional cinematic arts fraternity, LMU Storytellers of Color, Black Student Union, Harambee Mentorship, and Black at LMU; as well as working with the LMU Pre-College Summer Programs and Orientation. Now, his passion for bringing community together leads him back to the bluff as an Admission Counselor, where he helps students tell their own stories and find their home as Lions! Territories: Alabama, Arkansas, DMV, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, South Carolina and CA-20 South Bay (select schools) |
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Chelsea Passamano Chelsea is a double alumna of Loyola Marymount University. She received her Bachelor’s in Business Administration in 2010 along with a Master's in Guidance and Counseling in 2023. Additionally, she also completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Certificate within the Yoga and Healing Sciences Program through LMU's extension program. She is from Orange County and spends her free time going to concerts, museums, traveling, and seeing family and friends. Territories: Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, California (Whittier, Orange County, Anaheim, Santa Ana) |
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Andrew Simpson Andrew is a proud alum of Loyola Marymount University, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Music, with a concentration in Vocal Studies. During his time at LMU, he was involved in various aspects of campus life, which included holding student leadership roles within Mane Entertainment, Creare Service Organization, and First-Year Orientation. He also partook in numerous artistic opportunities around campus such as joining the Consort Singers choir ensemble, taking hip-hop cardio classes at the Burn’s Recreational Center, and even composing a handful of film scores for student films. He is thrilled to be back at LMU to continue sharing his passion for the university by helping prospective students discover all the academic, professional, and social possibilities at LMU. Territories: Arizona, California (Long Beach), Oregon, New Mexico, and Washington |
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Abigail Strasmann Abigail Strasmann is a proud LMU alumnus who graduated with a degree in theatre arts and a minor in psychology. Abigail is passionate about higher education and the doors it can open in students’ lives. Raised in southwestern Utah, Abigail is focused on creating equitable access to higher education for all. When not at LMU, Abigail is auditioning in and around Los Angeles, as well as performing, hiking, climbing, and scuba diving. Territories: New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana |
