MEET OUR TEAM
FALL 2020 & SPRING 2021
SUSSY TELLEZ PANTOJA
President
Sussy is a Political Science major & Sociology minor. She’s been working at the Dean of Students office since she was a freshman and also serves on the President’s Advisory Council for Diversity & Inclusion.
“I joined Monarchs in 2017 because I want to be part of a group that advocates on behalf of its undocumented students. It’s important that educational institutions do more than just admit undocumented people into their universities, but that they provide a safe space for them too. A big part of that is amplifying immigrant voices and the issues that they face.“
President
Sussy is a Political Science major & Sociology minor. She’s been working at the Dean of Students office since she was a freshman and also serves on the President’s Advisory Council for Diversity & Inclusion.
“I joined Monarchs in 2017 because I want to be part of a group that advocates on behalf of its undocumented students. It’s important that educational institutions do more than just admit undocumented people into their universities, but that they provide a safe space for them too. A big part of that is amplifying immigrant voices and the issues that they face.“
ABRIL GURROLA
Vice-President
Abril is a double major in Environmental Science & Policy and Spanish. She’s also a part of Ballet Folklorico.
“When I started University, I thought there was a lack of readily available resources and support for incoming first generation and/or undocumented students. I joined Monarchs in 2018 because I was grateful for the work and mission they promoted towards undocumented students and its allies. Growing up in a mixed status family taught me the value of a community and so I hope we can continue to foster one full of support at St. Ed’s.”
Vice-President
Abril is a double major in Environmental Science & Policy and Spanish. She’s also a part of Ballet Folklorico.
“When I started University, I thought there was a lack of readily available resources and support for incoming first generation and/or undocumented students. I joined Monarchs in 2018 because I was grateful for the work and mission they promoted towards undocumented students and its allies. Growing up in a mixed status family taught me the value of a community and so I hope we can continue to foster one full of support at St. Ed’s.”
HEATHER HAWLEY
Treasurer & Food Cooperative Coordinator
Psychology major.
“Activism is important to me, I’m always looking for ways to be in active alley. It’s important to me to show up for my undocumented brothers and sisters, my quick community, and survivors who are working hard to overcome things they seldom talk about.” Activism is important to me, I’m always looking for ways to be in active alley. It’s important to me to show up for my undocumented brothers and sisters, my quick community, and survivors who are working hard to overcome things they seldom talk about.”
Treasurer & Food Cooperative Coordinator
Psychology major.
“Activism is important to me, I’m always looking for ways to be in active alley. It’s important to me to show up for my undocumented brothers and sisters, my quick community, and survivors who are working hard to overcome things they seldom talk about.” Activism is important to me, I’m always looking for ways to be in active alley. It’s important to me to show up for my undocumented brothers and sisters, my quick community, and survivors who are working hard to overcome things they seldom talk about.”
Paloma Michel
Member of the Fundraiser Committee & Monarchs Wellness Gatherings
Political Science Major
“To me, being part of the Monarchs means relying and trusting a community of strong and intelligent women that care for one another and their surroundings. I think that is something that characterizes our work for the undocumented and immigrant community: finding resources, protecting each other, and most importantly, listening.”
Something to highlight: Yo Vengo a Ofrecer Mi Corazón by Susana Baca is a beautiful song that reminds me of the immigrant fight.
Member of the Fundraiser Committee & Monarchs Wellness Gatherings
Political Science Major
“To me, being part of the Monarchs means relying and trusting a community of strong and intelligent women that care for one another and their surroundings. I think that is something that characterizes our work for the undocumented and immigrant community: finding resources, protecting each other, and most importantly, listening.”
Something to highlight: Yo Vengo a Ofrecer Mi Corazón by Susana Baca is a beautiful song that reminds me of the immigrant fight.
Marisol Mondragon
Food Pantry Co-Chair
Mathematics Major & Biology Minor
"I decided to join MOTH because I wanted to share resources to help my community."
Food Pantry Co-Chair
Mathematics Major & Biology Minor
"I decided to join MOTH because I wanted to share resources to help my community."
