Crystal Ramirez
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Crystal Ramirez is ecstatic to serve as a college advisor with the WT White HS ASP team. Born and raised in Dallas, Ms. Ramirez is a DISD graduate from Molina high school and went on to study at Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN.
At Saint Mary’s she studied political science and global studies with a minor in creative writing. Her undergrad journey and campus involvement is what sparked her dedication towards bridging the gap for equitable and accessible higher education for all students. As a first-generation college student she is driven by her experience to aid students from all backgrounds in their post-secondary education journey.
Previously, Ms. Ramirez worked as a Community Liaison at Thomas Jefferson High School and is excited to be back with ASP as an advisor. In her free time, she enjoys going to concerts, spending time with friends, and finding new coffee spots.
Samantha Rogers
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Sam is very excited to serve as the College Advisor at W. T. White High School. She was born and raised in the DFW Metroplex and is a graduate of the University of North Texas, where she earned her Bachelors of Science in Hospitality Management, and Masters in Interdisciplinary Studies with specialty in Curriculum Development, and ESL Education.
As a first generation college student, Sam’s aspiration as a College Advisor is to advocate for students’ academic opportunities by creating relationships with a foundation of cultural awareness, family, and community. She is dedicated to providing tools to combat unequitable systems that harbor power and privilege that contribute to the academic achievement gap. Most importantly to help create a sustainable future for all learners.
Before joining ASP Sam previously worked at nonprofit organizations such as the Perot Museum and Communities Foundation of Texas, which helped cultivate her aspiration to being a continuous agent of change. She is a hard worker who values community, advocacy, and relationships. In her free time her interests involve spending quality time with family, enjoying White Rock lake with her soon to be husband, and trying to improve her chess strategies by losing many games.
Anthony Mata
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Anthony Mata is thrilled to serve as a College Advisor at the W. T. White. Raised in a small town near Austin, Texas, he moved to the Dallas area to pursue a degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Dallas.
As a first generation student, he experienced firsthand the difficulties that can affect students. He has served in higher education as a Student Financials Specialist, and most recently, a Financial Literacy Program Specialist. He wants to use his personal and professional experience to help students in this crucial time in their lives.
In his free time, he is likely playing video games, watching his favorite shows and sports with his partner, or spoiling his cat, Chichen.
Muskan Merani
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Muskan Merani is excited to join the ASP Team at W.T. White High School! She was born and raised in New York City and grew up surrounded by individuals coming from all walks of life. She attended Boston College where she majored in Applied Psychology and Human Development and minored in Special Education and Business Management. Throughout her college journey, she volunteered in many student organizations and gained experience working in diverse public school settings.
As a first generation college student, Muskan understands the value of utilizing her education for the progress of her community and maintains this vision in all of the work that she does. She is dedicated to creating equitable opportunities where ALL students are able to succeed and thrive! Muskan is excited to join the ASP team and to work with the students as they navigate their journey to college.
In her free time, she enjoys reading books, going on walks, and watching new TV shows!
Xóchitl Fuentes
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Xóchitl Fuentes was born and raised in Galveston, Texas. She is a first generation student who graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in International Affairs. After graduating in 2019, Xóchitl was an 8th grade Science teacher with Teach for America. Additionally, before joining the WT White team, she worked with the International Rescue Committee as a refugee case worker and was an immigration paralegal at a law firm.
Being a child of immigrants, she is passionate about expanding higher education access for minorities and underserved communities. She believes that increasing diversity in colleges is the key to breaking the glass ceiling and closing the opportunity gap.
In her spare time, Xóchitl is a ballet folklorico dancer at a local dance group, so you can see her performing all around the DFW area! She also enjoys reading Latinx literature, walking her dog, and drinking matcha at different coffee shops.