Our Team

Delivers meaningful opportunities to students and alumni. Provides resources to individuals to expand their professional network by hosting career events and engaging with employers in the community. Santa Barbara native. Find me whipping something up in the kitchen or at the Bowl catching a concert!
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Ali Anderson
Employer Engagement Specialist

Leticia Cardenas
Employment Services Specialist

My own experiences as an undergrad and grad student at UCSB, as well as working as an instructor, have convinced me of the great and urgent need for conversations about life and career pathways. I am passionate about being part of the necessary shift in campus culture towards integrating career education, especially big-picture conversations about life and career pathways, into the culture of UCSB.
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Dr. Marina Chavez
Career Counselor

Provides strategic vision and leadership for a department of amazing career pros committed to quality services for all Gauchos. Thrives on helping others uncover their unique talents through meaningful direction. Advocates for health and wellness…mostly from the tennis court or soccer field. #GirlDad
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Ignacio Gallardo
Executive Director

Maya Hargens
Assistant Director,
Graduate Career Education

Interested in building genuine and motivational relationships with students. Aims to create a safe space for students to share their ambitions, struggles, and favorite TikToks. Here to help students find meaningful opportunities that will elevate their academic, professional, and personal goals. Loves dancing, getting brunch, and embracing her South Asian heritage.
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Aanika Khatri
Career Counselor

Jo Ann Villanueva-Salvador
Associate Director,
Employer Engagement

Oversees all aspects of the Career Resources Room (CRR) operations and manages the amazing Student Peer Advisors. Passionate about providing easy access, free, up-to-date, and comprehensive career information for students. Loves her family, reading, the performing arts, and is a proud Gryffindor/Marvel/Tolkienite!
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LaTia Willis
Career Resources Coordinator