Team

Emelyn is the Advising Partnership Coordinator at uAspire. In this role, she plays an integral support function in coordinating and communicating internally and externally to ensure uAspire is engaging early and often with all advising partners. Emelyn shares uAspire’s knowledge and expertise, ensuring the needs of students are met through these critical partnerships. She works closely with advising managers, advisors, and other CBOs to coordinate events for family and community engagement. Previously, Emelyn served as a College Affordability Advisor at uAspire, focusing on assisting first-generation, low-income students and students of color. She provided invaluable support throughout their financial aid journey and helped them overcome obstacles in their post-secondary education. Over the past few years, Emelyn has gained extensive experience in the field of college access and success. Prior to joining uAspire, she served as a College Transitional Coach at CollegeBound Initiative, where she guided high school juniors and seniors through the college application process and aided in college matriculation.

Emelyn holds a B.A. in Psychology from CUNY Lehman, with a double minor in Latin American Studies and Human Rights & Peace Studies. I joined uAspire because my background is much like the students we support. As an ESL, first-generation college student from a low-income background, I understand the vital role guidance and support play in navigating the college financial aid process. I'm a former student from uAspire, so I know firsthand that the mission aligns perfectly with my own experiences and values. They work to help students and their families comprehend the diverse financial aid options available and how to access them. I wanted to be part of an organization that, like uAspire, makes a real impact on the lives of young people, just as they did for me.