Admission Counselors

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April Crabtree

Vice Provost of Strategic, Enrollment Management
I'm originally from Tennessee but have been fortunate to call San Francisco home for the past nine years. I love being outside, so you'll find me on the Russian River in the summer and skiing at Lake Tahoe in the winter. San Francisco is a city where anything is possible and there's everything to do. My calendar is always full with unique activities, music, and amazing food.

Contact | acrabtree@usfca.edu
Territory | Hawaii (Oahu)

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Sherie Gilmore-Cleveland

Associate Vice Provost, Enrollment Management
Born and raised in Oakland, California, I am a Bay Area girl through and through. I graduated from the University of San Francisco with my BS in 2001 and MS in 2005. I love the energy of USF. The people, the campus, and the passion for others captured my heart, and I've never let go. The conversations I've had (over a great meal in in the city), have brought me to tears through laughter while also inspiring me to serve others.

Contact | sbgilmorecleveland@usfca.edu
Territory | Hawaii (Maui, the Big Island, Kauai)

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Alejandro Wences

Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission
I am originally from Anaheim, CA, but I've lived in the Greater Philly area and DC for six years before returning to the best state/home! I love seeing a new city, trying new types of food, and finding cozy coffee shops. My favorite parts of the city are Golden Gate Park, Pier 39, and the Palace of the Fine Arts (I tell people I'm in Greece).

Contact | awences2@usfca.edu
U.S. Territory | California (Central Valley, Greater Imperial Valley), Oregon, Washington
International Territory | Canada (Vancouver)

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Alexander Torres

Admission Counselor
Originally from San Jose, CA, I grew up in a Latine and Southeast Asian home, eating pho and tamales alike. From reality TV to video games, I enjoy spending abundant time with my best friends above all. Want to know more about astrology and San Francisco, too? Then I am definitely your human.

Contact | atorres44@usfca.edu
Territory | California (Marin County, San Jose), Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Ohio, Wisconsin

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Alyssa Yee

Admission Counselor
I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. One of my favorite things to do in the city is grab some dim sum and have a picnic with friends in Golden Gate Park. There’s never a dull moment in San Francisco, and I am proud to call it my home.

Contact | amyee3@usfca.edu
Territory | California (San Mateo County)

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Arnoldo Valdivieso-Martinez

Admission Counselor
I'm originally from Mexico but have called the Bay Area my home for most of my life. When I'm not traveling to and from Disneyland, you can catch me exploring all the different coffee shops and restaurants the city has to offer, one run or bike ride at a time. Lastly, I'm proud to say that I'm on my way to becoming a Double Don (graduating with two degrees from USF)!

Contact | avaldiviesomartinez@usfca.edu
U.S. Territory | California (Alameda and Contra Costa Counties), Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont
International Territory | Pakistan

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Candice Adams

Senior Associate Director of Admission for Access and Inclusion
I'm regionally based in South Florida, so I'm all about the sunshine and warm beaches! San Francisco is one of my favorite places to be, with its rich culture and diversity. I enjoy dining at some of the city's trendiest restaurants, catching views of the city from Twin Peaks, and attending music festivals in Golden Gate Park.

Contact | cadams7@usfca.edu
U.S. Territory | Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee
International Territory | Caribbean, Central America

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Eileen Chen

Assistant Director of International Admission
I'm originally from China and have worked for USF for nearly all of my career so far! I enjoy working with our prospective students. Seeing them successfully transition to USF is the most rewarding thing. What I like most about USF is the caring and supportive culture. You can find more information, including a link our WeChat, on the USF China website.

Contact | eileenchen@usfca.edu
Territory | Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, China, Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Russia, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

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Erica Delgado

Director of Transfer Admission and Campus Engagement
I'm originally from a small agricultural town in California's Central Valley and have had the pleasure to live in large cities all over the state — but none as dear to my heart as San Francisco. The city is a special place with its amazing food, diverse cultures, and beautiful views. I love to travel and I feel fortunate to come back to this eclectic city after every adventure.

Contact | edelgado7@usfca.edu
Territory | California (Far North, Sacramento)

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Fred G. Johnson, Jr.

Associate Director of International Admission
I have been working in U.S. higher education for over 28 years, and 24 of those years specifically in international education. I was born in Corpus Christi, Texas but my family is from Mexico City, so I grew up between the U.S. and Mexico. I’ve lived in Sweden, France, Chile and Saudi Arabia as well as Salem, Massachusetts.

Contact | fjohnson5@usfca.edu
Territory | Latin America, Middle East

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Hervey Malone II

Assistant Director of Admission and Regional Representative
I was born and raised in the Bay Area and have many fond memories of San Francisco from growing up — so much that I consider San Francisco a second home. I now call SoCal my permanent home, since that's where I'm based.

Contact | hmaloneii@usfca.edu
Territory | California (Anaheim, Orange County, San Diego)

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Jason Opdyke

Associate Director of International Admission
I've lived in San Francisco, Washington D.C., Ho Chi Minh City, Seoul, and Bangkok. I've loved living abroad, but I also know how confusing it can be to live in a foreign country.

Contact | opdyke@usfca.edu
Territory | Africa, Canada

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Justin Nkemere

Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission
I am originally from Carson, California and graduated from USF with the class of 2019. Coming from a city like Los Angeles, I really enjoy the city life and the many different cultures and backgrounds you can find within it. San Francisco, and the Bay Area as a whole, is the same exact way. I truly appreciate how USF does its best to bring the SF city experience to its students.

Contact | jnkemere@usfca.edu
Territory | California (San Fernando, Los Angeles)

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Krittaya Pichitnapakul

Assistant Director of International Admission
I'm originally from Thailand, but went to high school in the San Francisco Bay Area and then went to USF. I have been working at USF for over 18 years and I enjoy meeting with prospective students and sharing my good experience as a USF alumna. USF is like my second home and my big family. I am proud of my duty to help students like you, and I love seeing them be successful at USF!

Contact | krittaya@usfca.edu
Territory | Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Zealand, Oceania, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam

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Milford Miles

Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admission
Even though I was born and raised in Southern California, it is hard not to fall in love with San Francisco. From the amazing ocean views near the piers to the culturally diverse cuisine, it is easy to understand why SF is such a great city. I even met my wife, who is a San Francisco native, during my time in the area. Yes, San Fransico has really been great to me.

Contact | mbmiles@usfca.edu
Territory | California (Central Coast, Santa Barbara, West Ventura), Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia

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Nicole Buenzli

Director of International Admission
I am proud to have spent almost 20 years serving international students from all across the globe. Coming from Wisconsin, I value the diversity that San Francisco has to offer.

Contact | nbuenzli@usfca.edu
Territory | Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea

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Pranav Pradhan

Associate Director of International Admission
I was born and raised in Mumbai, India, and am a huge fan of cricket, trying new foods, and flying airplanes (I am a licensed pilot!). When you come to San Francisco, I recommend watching the sunset at Twin Peaks.

Contact | ppradhan2@usfca.edu
Territory | India

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Rebecca Williams

Director of First Year Admission
I grew up in Mississippi and attended college here in the Bay Area. Once I arrived, I never left. My favorite thing about San Francisco is the overwhelmingly eclectic food scene. I also still love taking the ferry between San Francisco and other parts of the Bay Area—it's one of the best ways to see the Bay!

Contact | rwilliams7@usfca.edu
U.S. Territory | Oklahoma, Texas
International Territory | Canada (Toronto)

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Sergio Maravilla

Admission Counselor
I am originally from Modesto, CA and now live in the Bay Area. Growing up, my family and I would always visit San Francisco for its amazing weather and food. My favorite parts of the city are definitely Golden Gate Park, Land's End, and Ocean Beach.

Contact | smaravilla@usfca.edu
Territory | Alaska, Arizona, California (San Francisco), Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming

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Stephanie Ortiz-Garcia

Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission
I'm originally from southeast Los Angeles, moved to San Francisco to attend USF (Class of 2016!), and became a Double Don by completing my master's degree at USF. USF is special because it offered me a place where I could learn more about social justice through the Jesuit lens and integrate it within my social, academic, and professional goals. My favorite restaurant in the city with the best burritos and tacos is El Farolito on 24th and Mission, which I recommend if you are ever in town.

Contact | sortiz@usfca.edu
U.S. Territory | California (Santa Clara), Maryland, Puerto Rico, Virginia, Washington D.C.
International Territory | Mexico, Panama, Virgin Islands

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