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.
Richard Grau
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Richard Grau is so excited to provide guidance as a College Advisor at WT White High School. Originally from The Woodlands, Texas, Richard’s college search journey led him to attending Trinity University in San Antonio, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with minors in Theater and Strategic Communication.
At Trinity, Richard had an internship with the admissions office and worked as a campus tour guide which had him interacting first hand with hundreds of prospective college-seeking students. Through this, he gained interest in the inner workings of college admissions and was inspired to aid students in navigating the unintuitive nature of the college process. He is ready to assist students in locating the higher education opportunity that is the best fit for them.
Watching reality television, playing Nintendo games, or re-reading a nostalgic book are just a few of the ways Richard enjoys spending whatever free moments he has.
Hannah Holmes
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Hannah Holmes is thrilled to serve as an ASP College Advisor at W. T. White High School. Born and raised in Beaumont, Texas, she attended Davidson College in North Carolina as a QuestBridge Match Scholar.
As a first-generation college student, Hannah earned a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology with a minor in Data Science. The full-ride scholarship she received allowed her to pursue opportunities that otherwise would have been out of reach, including studying abroad debt-free. Those experiences inspired her passion for expanding access to higher education, and she is committed to helping students find colleges where they can thrive academically, personally, and financially. She is excited to support ASP’s mission of making college accessible to all students.
Outside of work, Hannah enjoys musical theatre, traveling, and crocheting.
Nievez Montañez Ojeda
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Nievez is very excited to be part of the ASP college advising team at W.T White. As the first-born daughter of immigrant parents, she is the first in her family to graduate from both high school and college. A graduate from Garland ISD, Nievez went on to attend the University of Chicago as a Questbridge Match Scholar, where she received a bachelor’s degree in Public Policy Studies with a specialization in Education Policy.
Growing up, Nievez knew she wanted to be involved in the education space because of her love for learning and the teachers who made school a meaningful place. However, seeing that not every student around her had that same experience motivated her to work in schools and help create an environment where students feel seen, supported, and challenged to grow. Nievez hopes to be a steady presence in her students’ lives, making sure that every student, regardless of background, has the resources and opportunities they need to see college as an attainable goal.
Outside of work, Nievez is a big sports fan, especially hockey (lets go Blackhawks!), and loves cheering on her favorite Chicago teams. She enjoys staying active like playing sand volleyball and pickleball, trying new restaurants, and keeping up with Spanish reality TV.