Multicultural Education Student Association (M.E.S.A.)
Mission Statement
MESA’s mission is to create an inclusive and empowering community for students in the College of Education. We foster belonging through meaningful engagement, peer mentoring, multicultural alumni connections, and activities that support identity development and academic success.
Vision
We envision a College of Education where every student, regardless of background, feels at home, supported, and connected to a strong network that equips them with the tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
Value Statements
Empower - We empower students to embrace their identities, build confidence, and recognize their strengths as scholars and future educators.
Establish - We establish a strong sense of belonging by cultivating authentic relationships among peers, alumni, and mentors within the College of Education.
Equip - We equip members with the knowledge, resources, and networks necessary to succeed academically, professionally, and personally.
Engage - We engage our community through meaningful programs, dialogue, and activities that foster connection, leadership, and collective growth.
Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
President: Yarely Gonzalez-Martinez ([email protected])
Vice President: Mark Marquez ([email protected])
Treasurer: Jeremiah McCray ([email protected])
Secretary: Jaysa Cuellar-Miller ([email protected]u)
Event Planner: Jacob Garcia ([email protected])
Social Media Manager: Mia Russell ([email protected])
Liaison: Yarely Gonzalez-Martinez ([email protected])