ALLISON MUSSER
Coaching Focuses: Education (K-12, Special Education, Higher Ed), International Opportunities, Languages & Culture, Museums & Libraries
Campus Partnerships: Learning Abroad, Personal Money Management Center, Transfer Program, Union Services
College Liaisons: College of Education, College of Humanities
Allison has been with the Career and Professional Development Center since May 2017. As a transfer student (she went to 3 colleges before finally landing at Cal State Fullerton!), who majored in what her family told her to, she knows what it’s like not to know who you are, or what you want to do with your life. Thankfully, she discovered her passion for supporting and coaching college students during her time as a New Student Orientation Leader, which she attributes to being one of the most pivotal moments in her career trajectory. Allison’s journey has allowed her to work with students in both small and large, public and private institutions including Academic Advising at the University of Southern California, and most recently Experiential Learning at Pomona College. In her spare time, you can find Allison volunteering at the Best Friends Animal Society – Utah, playing softball, line dancing, or watching HGTV home renovation shows (preferably Fixer Upper or Rehab Addict).
Hometown: Chino Hills, CA | Hashtag: #californiagirlinautahworld | Education: MS in College Counseling & Student Development, Azusa Pacific University | BA in Business Administration; Marketing concentration, California State University, Fullerton | First Job: Cashier and Fry Maker (fake title, true description; I smelled like grease all summer) at Chronis Famous Sandwich Shop in East Los Angeles. If you’re ever in LA, you must make time for chili cheese fries and pastrami at “Chronis”!
801-585-5049Campus Partnerships: Learning Abroad, Personal Money Management Center, Transfer Program, Union Services
College Liaisons: College of Education, College of Humanities
Allison has been with the Career and Professional Development Center since May 2017. As a transfer student (she went to 3 colleges before finally landing at Cal State Fullerton!), who majored in what her family told her to, she knows what it’s like not to know who you are, or what you want to do with your life. Thankfully, she discovered her passion for supporting and coaching college students during her time as a New Student Orientation Leader, which she attributes to being one of the most pivotal moments in her career trajectory. Allison’s journey has allowed her to work with students in both small and large, public and private institutions including Academic Advising at the University of Southern California, and most recently Experiential Learning at Pomona College. In her spare time, you can find Allison volunteering at the Best Friends Animal Society – Utah, playing softball, line dancing, or watching HGTV home renovation shows (preferably Fixer Upper or Rehab Addict).
Hometown: Chino Hills, CA | Hashtag: #californiagirlinautahworld | Education: MS in College Counseling & Student Development, Azusa Pacific University | BA in Business Administration; Marketing concentration, California State University, Fullerton | First Job: Cashier and Fry Maker (fake title, true description; I smelled like grease all summer) at Chronis Famous Sandwich Shop in East Los Angeles. If you’re ever in LA, you must make time for chili cheese fries and pastrami at “Chronis”!
amusser@sa.utah.edu
AMY GLEASON
Coaching Focus: Alumni
Campus Partnerships: Alumni Association, Engineering Alumni Association, Utah Asia Campus
College Liaisons: Alumni House
As a Career Coach who works in both the Career & Professional Development Center and the Alumni Association, Amy feels fortunate to serve alumni of all ages and stages of career development. She has experience in a variety of settings: county social services, non-profit agencies, healthcare and education. She studied abroad in France and got her TESOL training/certification in France. She has taught international students in the English Language Institute and started an ESL business teaching English and career coaching students and professionals from all over the world. Amy now coaches University of Utah Alumni professionals to gain the skills and confidence they need to find a new job after a forced transition, or to find their dream job in mid to late career stages. Amy’s message? It is NEVER too late to find the job that is your match - and regardless of your age or experience, you CAN do it! Change your job, change your life.
Hometown: Chicago, IL | Hashtag: #chitowngirllovesthewest | Education: MA in Education Counseling, CSU San Bernardino | BA in Social Work, French Minor, Purdue University | First Job: Co-director of G and G Kiddie Club. At age 12, I started my first business with my first childhood friend taking toddlers to camp. We charged parents 25-cents. Business savvy was not our strong suit.
801-585-5036Campus Partnerships: Alumni Association, Engineering Alumni Association, Utah Asia Campus
College Liaisons: Alumni House
As a Career Coach who works in both the Career & Professional Development Center and the Alumni Association, Amy feels fortunate to serve alumni of all ages and stages of career development. She has experience in a variety of settings: county social services, non-profit agencies, healthcare and education. She studied abroad in France and got her TESOL training/certification in France. She has taught international students in the English Language Institute and started an ESL business teaching English and career coaching students and professionals from all over the world. Amy now coaches University of Utah Alumni professionals to gain the skills and confidence they need to find a new job after a forced transition, or to find their dream job in mid to late career stages. Amy’s message? It is NEVER too late to find the job that is your match - and regardless of your age or experience, you CAN do it! Change your job, change your life.
Hometown: Chicago, IL | Hashtag: #chitowngirllovesthewest | Education: MA in Education Counseling, CSU San Bernardino | BA in Social Work, French Minor, Purdue University | First Job: Co-director of G and G Kiddie Club. At age 12, I started my first business with my first childhood friend taking toddlers to camp. We charged parents 25-cents. Business savvy was not our strong suit.
agleason@sa.utah.edu
ANNA RENZETTI
Coaching Focuses: Business and Financial Management, Consulting, Counseling & Social Services, Energy, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Human Resources & Training, Mining, Nonprofit, Philanthropy & Fundraising, Sustainability
Campus Partnerships: The Dream Center, Fraternity and Sorority Life Trio, Union Programming Council
College Liaisons: College of Mines & Earth Sciences, College of Social Work
Anna was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, however for the past 13 years she was living and working in Seattle, WA. There, Anna attended Western Washington University, where she grappled with choosing a direction for her own career. Through the many ups and downs of college, Anna discovered her passion and drive to support students through their own individual career journeys. Since getting her master's degree in Student Development Administration, she has been supporting a diverse range of students, including undergraduates, first-generation college students, and graduate students. Prior to her work in higher education, she worked in the non-profit sector and spent some time supporting adults with disabilities at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
Anna considers herself a lifelong learner who enjoys collaborating with and learning from others. It is her goal to motivate and empower students to see their innate strengths and abilities, and to follow a career path that is most fulfilling to them. In her down time, Anna enjoys hiking with her dog Boots, staying balanced through yoga, and seeing a play or live music.
Hometown: Holladay, UT | Hashtag: #livinginthemoment | Education: MEd in Student Development Administration, Seattle University | BH in Communication Studies, Western Washington University | First Job: Making smoothies at Jamba Juice!
801-585-7838Campus Partnerships: The Dream Center, Fraternity and Sorority Life Trio, Union Programming Council
College Liaisons: College of Mines & Earth Sciences, College of Social Work
Anna was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, however for the past 13 years she was living and working in Seattle, WA. There, Anna attended Western Washington University, where she grappled with choosing a direction for her own career. Through the many ups and downs of college, Anna discovered her passion and drive to support students through their own individual career journeys. Since getting her master's degree in Student Development Administration, she has been supporting a diverse range of students, including undergraduates, first-generation college students, and graduate students. Prior to her work in higher education, she worked in the non-profit sector and spent some time supporting adults with disabilities at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
Anna considers herself a lifelong learner who enjoys collaborating with and learning from others. It is her goal to motivate and empower students to see their innate strengths and abilities, and to follow a career path that is most fulfilling to them. In her down time, Anna enjoys hiking with her dog Boots, staying balanced through yoga, and seeing a play or live music.
Hometown: Holladay, UT | Hashtag: #livinginthemoment | Education: MEd in Student Development Administration, Seattle University | BH in Communication Studies, Western Washington University | First Job: Making smoothies at Jamba Juice!
arenzetti@sa.utah.edu
CARMEN GOLD-JOHNSON
Coaching Focuses: Government, Legal Professions & Criminal Justice, Military, Politics & Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Sciences
Campus Partnerships: Center for Ethnic Student Affairs (CESA), Student Success Advocates, Sustainability Office, Veteran’s Center
College Liaisons: College of Social & Behavioral Science
Carmen was born and raised in Riverton, Utah. Carmen grew up loving soccer and always dreamed of being a teacher. Attended the University of Utah for undergrad in Art Education and Art Technology. While in undergrad Carmen was involved in various student leadership activities which lead to a passion in working with students and their student development. Carmen just recently received a Master's Degree in Education Leadership and Policy. Still a strong art and soccer lover and is now is loving her work as a career coach, helping students find their dream career!
Hometown: Riverton, UT | Hashtag: #blessed | Education: MEd in Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah | BFA in Art Teaching & Minor in Art Technology, University of Utah | First Job: Lifeguard at a water park.
801-585-5065Campus Partnerships: Center for Ethnic Student Affairs (CESA), Student Success Advocates, Sustainability Office, Veteran’s Center
College Liaisons: College of Social & Behavioral Science
Carmen was born and raised in Riverton, Utah. Carmen grew up loving soccer and always dreamed of being a teacher. Attended the University of Utah for undergrad in Art Education and Art Technology. While in undergrad Carmen was involved in various student leadership activities which lead to a passion in working with students and their student development. Carmen just recently received a Master's Degree in Education Leadership and Policy. Still a strong art and soccer lover and is now is loving her work as a career coach, helping students find their dream career!
Hometown: Riverton, UT | Hashtag: #blessed | Education: MEd in Educational Leadership & Policy, University of Utah | BFA in Art Teaching & Minor in Art Technology, University of Utah | First Job: Lifeguard at a water park.
cgold@sa.utah.edu
ELLA BUTLER
Coaching Focuses: Exploring Students, Engineering & Pre-Engineering
Campus Partnerships: Admissions, HRE (Housing and Residential Education), LGBT Resource Center, Major & Career Exploration Floor, University Student Apartments
College Liaisons: College of Engineering
Ella has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since 2015. Ella has also worked in Housing and Residential Education at the U, prior to joining the Career & Professional Development Center. Prior to coming to the Utah, Ella was a maternal and child health educator for the Peace Corps in Senegal, West Africa where she delivered babies, designed curriculum for child malnutrition in coalition with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), and taught English as a second language. She also has experience as an IT intern, where she specialized in repairing old computers.
Hometown: Sweet Home, OR | Hashtag: #seekadventure | Education: MEd in Leadership, and Policy- Student Affairs; University of Utah | BA Degree in Liberal Arts; University of Oregon | First Job: Driver and Server at Spoletto’s Pizzeria- I learned the art of multi-tasking.
801-585-9703Campus Partnerships: Admissions, HRE (Housing and Residential Education), LGBT Resource Center, Major & Career Exploration Floor, University Student Apartments
College Liaisons: College of Engineering
Ella has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since 2015. Ella has also worked in Housing and Residential Education at the U, prior to joining the Career & Professional Development Center. Prior to coming to the Utah, Ella was a maternal and child health educator for the Peace Corps in Senegal, West Africa where she delivered babies, designed curriculum for child malnutrition in coalition with Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), and taught English as a second language. She also has experience as an IT intern, where she specialized in repairing old computers.
Hometown: Sweet Home, OR | Hashtag: #seekadventure | Education: MEd in Leadership, and Policy- Student Affairs; University of Utah | BA Degree in Liberal Arts; University of Oregon | First Job: Driver and Server at Spoletto’s Pizzeria- I learned the art of multi-tasking.
ebutler@sa.utah.edu
ERIC BLOOMQUIST
Coaching Focuses: Art & Design, Performing Arts & Entertainment, Physical & Life Sciences, Statistics
Campus Partnerships:Bennion Center
College Liaisons College of Fine Arts, College of Science, Honors College
Eric has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since June of 2014. Prior to this, he worked in the College of Business Administration and the Career Services office at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, advising students on their transition to & through college. In addition to working at the U, Eric sings with the Salt Lake Vocal Artists, and with the worship team at his church. Eric also enjoys traveling as much as he can—he’s been able to travel internationally with the Vocal Artists, and has visited 20 national parks since moving to Utah in 2014.
Hometown: McLean, NE | Hashtag: #bowtiethursday | Education: MA in Educational Administration; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BA in Music; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BSBA, Marketing; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | First Job: Laborer for a local construction company (if you don’t count helping on my dad’s farm as a kid). I learned the reward of hard work, the value of positivity & fun colleagues during mundane tasks, and the importance of sunscreen!
801-581-5624Campus Partnerships:Bennion Center
College Liaisons College of Fine Arts, College of Science, Honors College
Eric has been with the Career & Professional Development Center since June of 2014. Prior to this, he worked in the College of Business Administration and the Career Services office at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, advising students on their transition to & through college. In addition to working at the U, Eric sings with the Salt Lake Vocal Artists, and with the worship team at his church. Eric also enjoys traveling as much as he can—he’s been able to travel internationally with the Vocal Artists, and has visited 20 national parks since moving to Utah in 2014.
Hometown: McLean, NE | Hashtag: #bowtiethursday | Education: MA in Educational Administration; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BA in Music; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BSBA, Marketing; University of Nebraska-Lincoln | First Job: Laborer for a local construction company (if you don’t count helping on my dad’s farm as a kid). I learned the reward of hard work, the value of positivity & fun colleagues during mundane tasks, and the importance of sunscreen!
ebloomquist@sa.utah.edu
FRANCINE MAHAK
Coaching Focus: Graduate Students in STEM
Campus Partnerships: Golden Key Honour Society, The Graduate School, The International Students & Scholars Office
College Liaisons: Graduate students in the College of Engineering & the College of Science
Francine's professional experience has been largely in industry, consulting in technical and business communication, and her academic background is in languages and linguistics. She taught Persian at the University of Utah, then transitioned to the business world (with trepidation, initially) and ended up working with hundreds of engineers and research scientists across a range of industries. She appreciates their practical focus, their willingness to engage and learn, and their sense of humor.
Hometown: Paris, France | Hashtag: #serenefrancine | Education: PhD in Middle East Studies/Persian | MS in Linguistics | BS in Russian | First Job: Pier 1 Cashier, Cambridge, MA. I also did inventory, which was a big challenge back when Pier 1 sold myriad varieties of small brass figurines from exotic countries.
801-585-9076Campus Partnerships: Golden Key Honour Society, The Graduate School, The International Students & Scholars Office
College Liaisons: Graduate students in the College of Engineering & the College of Science
Francine's professional experience has been largely in industry, consulting in technical and business communication, and her academic background is in languages and linguistics. She taught Persian at the University of Utah, then transitioned to the business world (with trepidation, initially) and ended up working with hundreds of engineers and research scientists across a range of industries. She appreciates their practical focus, their willingness to engage and learn, and their sense of humor.
Hometown: Paris, France | Hashtag: #serenefrancine | Education: PhD in Middle East Studies/Persian | MS in Linguistics | BS in Russian | First Job: Pier 1 Cashier, Cambridge, MA. I also did inventory, which was a big challenge back when Pier 1 sold myriad varieties of small brass figurines from exotic countries.
fmahak@sa.utah.edu
LINDSEY KASS
Coaching Focuses: Advertising, Event Planning, Journalism, Marketing, Media, Public Relations, Publishing, Undecided, Writing
Campus Partnerships: Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU), Center for Disability & Access
College Liaisons: Academic Advising Center
Lindsey has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since November 2015. Prior to coming to the University, Lindsey served as the Director of Summer Programs at the Brandywine Zoo where she developed conservation education curriculum for children. She has also served as a mental health counselor in a small university in NC and as an equine-assisted therapy counselor.
Hometown: Charlotte, NC | Hashtag: #doghaireverywhere | Education: MS in Mental Health Counseling; Appalachian State University | BS in Psychology, Minor in Women’s Studies; University of North Carolina | First Job: Cashier and Server at Brooklyn South Pizzeria – I ate more free pizza than one should ever eat.
801-581-7993Campus Partnerships: Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU), Center for Disability & Access
College Liaisons: Academic Advising Center
Lindsey has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since November 2015. Prior to coming to the University, Lindsey served as the Director of Summer Programs at the Brandywine Zoo where she developed conservation education curriculum for children. She has also served as a mental health counselor in a small university in NC and as an equine-assisted therapy counselor.
Hometown: Charlotte, NC | Hashtag: #doghaireverywhere | Education: MS in Mental Health Counseling; Appalachian State University | BS in Psychology, Minor in Women’s Studies; University of North Carolina | First Job: Cashier and Server at Brooklyn South Pizzeria – I ate more free pizza than one should ever eat.
lkass@sa.utah.edu
MARY AROLA
Coaching Focuses: Alternative Healthcare, Healthcare & Medicine, Hospitality & Tourism, Nursing, Pre-Med, Sports Management & Recreation
Campus Partnerships: Athletics, Campus Recreation, Mariott Library, MUSE (My U Signature Experience)
College Liaisons: Health
Mary has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since June 2016. Prior to coming to the U, she was attending graduate school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she had Graduate Assistant Positions in Career Services, Study Abroad and New Student and Family Programs. Mary also did a year of service in Madagascar following her undergraduate experience.
Hometown: Virginia, MN | Hashtag: #adventureisoutthere | Education: MEd Educational Policy and Leadership; Marquette University | BA General Studies (Focuses: Business, Psychology and Professional Writing); University of Northern Iowa | First Job: Housekeeper for a hotel – they had cockroaches, but I wasn’t supposed to say anything.
801-585-5062Campus Partnerships: Athletics, Campus Recreation, Mariott Library, MUSE (My U Signature Experience)
College Liaisons: Health
Mary has been a member of the Career & Professional Development team since June 2016. Prior to coming to the U, she was attending graduate school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin where she had Graduate Assistant Positions in Career Services, Study Abroad and New Student and Family Programs. Mary also did a year of service in Madagascar following her undergraduate experience.
Hometown: Virginia, MN | Hashtag: #adventureisoutthere | Education: MEd Educational Policy and Leadership; Marquette University | BA General Studies (Focuses: Business, Psychology and Professional Writing); University of Northern Iowa | First Job: Housekeeper for a hotel – they had cockroaches, but I wasn’t supposed to say anything.
marola@sa.utah.edu
MEGAN RANDALL
Coaching Focuses: Architecture, City Planning, Construction, Design, Engineering , Transportation
Campus Partnerships: Counseling Center, Latter-Day Saint Student Association (LDSSA), Learning Abroad, Refugee Scholarship Program, and Testing Center
College Liaisons: College of Engineering (undergraduates), College of Architecture & Planning
Megan became a member of the Career & Professional Development team in June 2017. Prior to that, Megan served as a Learning Abroad Coordinator at the University of Utah for a year and a half. Before coming to the U, Megan was an on-site intern for a study abroad program in Nicaragua and also taught English to international students in Boston and Tanzania. Since moving to Utah in 2016, Megan has enjoyed getting outside and taking advantage of the Beehive State’s many beautiful hiking trails! She is passionate about travel, language, and culture and enjoys working with and getting to know students from different backgrounds.
Hometown: Starksboro, VT | Hashtag: #reallifeleslieknope | Education: MA in International Education, School for International Training (SIT) Graduate Institute | BA in Sociology, Minors in Anthropology and Women Studies, Skidmore College | First Job: Dishwasher and Catering Setter-Upper at Mary’s Restaurant.
801-587-8480Campus Partnerships: Counseling Center, Latter-Day Saint Student Association (LDSSA), Learning Abroad, Refugee Scholarship Program, and Testing Center
College Liaisons: College of Engineering (undergraduates), College of Architecture & Planning
Megan became a member of the Career & Professional Development team in June 2017. Prior to that, Megan served as a Learning Abroad Coordinator at the University of Utah for a year and a half. Before coming to the U, Megan was an on-site intern for a study abroad program in Nicaragua and also taught English to international students in Boston and Tanzania. Since moving to Utah in 2016, Megan has enjoyed getting outside and taking advantage of the Beehive State’s many beautiful hiking trails! She is passionate about travel, language, and culture and enjoys working with and getting to know students from different backgrounds.
Hometown: Starksboro, VT | Hashtag: #reallifeleslieknope | Education: MA in International Education, School for International Training (SIT) Graduate Institute | BA in Sociology, Minors in Anthropology and Women Studies, Skidmore College | First Job: Dishwasher and Catering Setter-Upper at Mary’s Restaurant.
mrandall@sa.utah.edu
PRESTON NIELSON
Associate Director of Employer Engagement, Partner Employer Contact801-585-5027
pnielson@sa.utah.edu
PRESTON NIELSON
Associate Director of Employer Engagement, Partner Employer ContactIndustries: Health; Science; Finance, Insurance & Consulting; Advertising, Marketing, & PR; Media, Broadcasting & Journalism; Art & Entertainment
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Eric | Mary | Lindsey
801-585-5027Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Eric | Mary | Lindsey
pnielson@sa.utah.edu
TRISHA JENSEN
Assistant Director of Employer Engagement & Internship Development801-581-5726
tjensen@sa.utah.edu
TRISHA JENSEN
Assistant Director of Employer Engagement & Internship DevelopmentIndustries: Non-Profit; Government & Public Service; Defense; Social & Human Services; Education
Career Coach Liaisons: Allison | Anna | Carmen
801-581-5726Career Coach Liaisons: Allison | Anna | Carmen
tjensen@sa.utah.edu
LESLIE BOLTON
Employer Engagement Specialist, Job & Career Fair Coordinator801-581-4473
lbolton@sa.utah.edu
LESLIE BOLTON
Employer Engagement Specialist, Job & Career Fair CoordinatorIndustries: Hospitality & Tourism; Sports & Recreation; Retail
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Mary
801-581-4473Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Mary
lbolton@sa.utah.edu
ABHILASHA SACHDEVA
Employer Engagement SpecialistTemporary Assignment: On-Campus Recruiting Coordinator, Handshake Specialist
Industries: Engineering; Energy; Technology; Transportation; Architecture & Urban Planning
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Ella | Francine | Megan
801-585-3338Industries: Engineering; Energy; Technology; Transportation; Architecture & Urban Planning
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna | Ella | Francine | Megan
asachdeva@sa.utah.edu
STAN INMAN
Director, Career & Professional Development Center, Partner Employer Contact801-585-5029
sinman@sa.utah.edu
STAN INMAN
Director, Career & Professional Development Center, Partner Employer ContactIndustries: Consumer Products
Career Coach Liaisons: Anna
801-585-5029Career Coach Liaisons: Anna
sinman@sa.utah.edu
HANNAH CHRISTENSEN
Marketing Coordinator, Lead Graphic Designer801-585-3348
hchristensen@sa.utah.edu
HANNAH CHRISTENSEN
Marketing Coordinator, Lead Graphic Designer801-585-3348
hchristensen@sa.utah.edu
AURORA SIN
AURORA SIN
PAIGE REMINGTON
PAIGE REMINGTON
ELLIE HANSON
ELLIE HANSON
MCKINLEY RENNISON
MCKINLEY RENNISON
MICHELLE MARTINEZ