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The Thrive Center helps students meet basic needs—food, housing and finances—while supporting well-being and academic success. Our dedicated staff provide mentoring, consultations, programming and connect students with campus and community resources.

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Brian Watkins

Assistant Dean & Director of Essential Needs Services

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Chamika Ellis

Case Manager, Fostering Terp Success

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Keyla Whitaker

Financial Wellness Coordinator

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Rocío Fregoso-Mota

Coordinator of Essential Needs Services

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Yanira Pacheco Ortiz

Coordinator of First-Generation Student Initiatives

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Thrive Center | Division of Student Affairs
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