GEAR UP FIRST YEAR ADVISORS - Nevada State GEAR UP

Morgan Haynes

College of Southern Nevada (CSN) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Email: morgan.haynes@csn.edu
School website: https://www.csn.edu/
Hometown: Dallas, Texas

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Morgan Haynes

Morgan Haynes
College of Southern Nevada (CSN) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

morgan.haynes@csn.edu

Hometown: Dallas, TX

Bio: Morgan graduated from Howard University in 2017 with a Bachelor’s in sports medicine. During her tenure at Howard, Morgan was President of the Students Advocating for Youth organization creating awareness for homeless youth in D.C. She was also Head of the Planning to Achieve College Excellence program for the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Morgan strongly believes in the inclusion of all students regarding post-secondary education. She is excited to aid these students to be successful in their collegiate career and their future endeavors. For fun Morgan enjoys coaching for her club volleyball team and serving her community!

Favorite Quote: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” – Vince Lombardi

Jairon Castellanos-Boteo

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Email: jcastellanosboteo@tmcc.edu
School website: https://www.tmcc.edu/recruitment-access-center/gear-up
Hometown: San José Acatempa, Guatemala

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Jairon Castellanos-Boteo

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

jcastellanosboteo@tmcc.edu

Hometown: San José Acatempa, Guatemala

Bio: Jairon Castellanso-Boteo is a first-generation college graduate, TRiO Scholar and First in the Pack Alum. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Social work from the University of Nevada, Reno. Jairon obtained his Masters in Social work from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2020. He also recently graduated in 2021 with an associates in Theology.He is from Guatemala and grew up in Reno Nevada.. He loves Japanese food and their culture. When Jairon is not at work you can either find him at the gym, riding his motorcycle, Working on his car, or playing with his German shepherd BEAR. He is excited to be part of the GEAR UP team and hopes to help students receive a fun and enriching experience while achieving their goals.

Favorite Quote: “If you don’t like your destiny, don’t accept it. Instead have the courage to change it the way you want it to be.” – Naruto Uzumaki

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Great Basin College (GBC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

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School website: https://www.gbcnv.edu/
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Tricia Martin

Patricia (Tricia) Martin
Great Basin College (GBC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Patricia.Martin@gbcnv.edu

Hometown: South Bend, IN

Bio: Tricia was raised in the Midwest and attended Indiana University where she received a Bachelor's in Secondary Education/Political Science. She went on to receive her Master's in Secondary Education and Administration from Grace College in Winona Lake Indiana. Her 30 years experience in secondary education, various community service projects and coaching will assist the GEAR UP Program and the GBC students of Pahrump. She enjoys traveling and running her horse rescue ranch with her husband, Bob.

Favorite Quote: “What You Dare to Dream; Dare to Do!”

VACANT

Nevada State College (NSC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

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School website: https://nsc.edu/
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Patricia (Tricia) Martin
Great Basin College (GBC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Patricia.Martin@gbcnv.edu

Hometown: South Bend, IN

Favorite Quote: “What You Dare to Dream; Dare to Do!”

Katherine Burdick

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Email: katherine.burdick@unlv.edu
School website: https://www.unlv.edu/
Hometown: Inglewood, CA

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Katherine Burdick

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

katherine.burdick@unlv.edu

Hometown: Inglewood, CA

Bio: : Kat was born in Inglewood, CA and moved to Las Vegas, NV for highschool. After graduating from high school, she earned her Associate's Degree in Communication studies at CSN and then transferred to UNLV to complete her Bachelor's in the same field. Kat is also a recent graduate of the UNLV Masters of Public Administration program. As a first-generation Latina student, Kat is excited to work with the GEAR UP team and help others begin their higher education journey. In her free time Kat enjoys cooking, baking, hiking, and trying new restaurants.

Favorite Quote:"Life's a garden, dig it" - Joe Dirt

Tawnie D'Angelo

Western Nevada College (WNC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

Email: tawnie.wentz@wnc.edu
School website: https://www.wnc.edu/high-school-programs/gear-up-nevada/
Hometown: Minden, Nevada

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Tawnie Wentz

Tawnie D'Angelo
Western Nevada College (WNC) GEAR UP First Year Advisor

tawnie.wentz@wnc.edu

Hometown: Minden, NV

Bio: I am honored to be the new GEAR UP Ambassador for Western Nevada College. My passion for education began during my studies at the University of Nevada, Reno where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. During my senior year of college, I had the opportunity to participate in a work-based practicum at Western Nevada College where I assisted in Student Outreach. This is where I found my love of education and helping students reach their potential. I taught Pre-Kindergarten in Truckee, CA. before joining the GEAR Up team. I believe education is an important part of our lives from early childhood on and we never stop learning. In my free time, you can find me on the golf course or playing with my two crazy dogs!

Favorite Quote: “It Doesn’t Matter Where You Came From. All That Matters Is Where You Are Going.”- Brian Tracy