Meet the Student Success Coaches
Myrka Guevara (she/her)
Program- B.S. in Nutrition and studying Public Health
Bio- Myrka is originally from Texas. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Nutrition. Some of her hobbies include baking, cooking, and listening to music (specifically Taylor Swift). Other things she loves are chocolates, watching reality TV, coffee, and exploring the city with her sister and friends!
Aliza Nazir (she/her)
Program- PhD in Counseling
Bio- Aliza’s research interests focus on social-emotional development in children with autism and intellectual disabilities, and she’s passionate about bridging research and practice to expand access to affirming, culturally responsive mental health care for children and families. When she’s not working, she loves reading, playing video games, and working out.
Jessika Patel
Program- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Bio- Jessika truly loves every moment of the journey! Her goal is to become an effective and compassionate professional counselor, and she is especially passionate about working with children of immigrants, supporting individuals with anxiety and mood disorders, and advocating for her clients and their unique needs! In her free time, Jessika enjoys reading, watching sitcoms, painting and drawing, cooking, dancing, and spending time with friends!
Henry Twagirayezu (he/him)
Program- International Economic Policy
Bio- Henry’s research interests are in global financial governance, trade and investment policy, and the intersection of economics and national security. In his free time Henry enjoys writing, reading, bike riding, and painting.