Your Success Team

We’re a passionate team of faculty and staff dedicated to empowering Black and Latine students at Palomar College. Our mission is to support your academic, personal, and professional growth by connecting you with the resources, opportunities, and community you need to thrive.

Whether you’re new to campus or getting ready to graduate, we’re here to walk alongside you—every step of the way.

Meet the team that’s here to support your journey!

Success Coach

Sandrine Bekono / Student Success Coordinator “Success Coach”

Email: sbekono@palomar.edu

Phone: (760) 744-1150 ext. 3783

Counselor

Dr. Taneisha Hellon / Black Student Success Counselor

Email: thellon@palomar.edu

Phone: (760) 744-1150 ext. 2528

Manager

Dr. Nancy Browne / Student Success Manager

Email: nbrowne@palomar.edu

Phone: (760) 744-1150 ext. 3768

Pathway Advisors

Ellen Weller

Pathway Advisor for Arts, Media & Design

Email: eweller@palomar.edu

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Lakshmi Paranthman

Pathway Advisor for Business

Email: lparanthman@palomar.edu

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Nicole Mart

Pathway Advisor for Health and Public Services

Email: nmart@palomar.edu

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Jason Rand Green

Pathway Advisor for Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)

Email: rgreen@palomar.edu

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Wendy Gideon

Pathway Advisor for Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM)

wgideon@palomar.edu

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José Briceño

Pathway Advisor for Social and Behavioral Sciences

jbriceno@palomar.edu

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Jason Jarvinen

Pathway Advisor for Trade and Industry

jjarvinen@palomar.edu

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Daniel Balaszek is staring forward in front of a grey backdrop wearing a dark grey polo collared shirt.

Daniel Balaszek

Pathway Advisor for Military Leadership

dbalaszek@palomar.edu

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