Our Team
It all began with an idea: giving every student an equal opportunity at success.
Students from the University of Miami (UM) and the University of Florida (UF) come together to solve our nation’s impending educational inequality crisis.
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Nathalie Rodriguez
President
Nathalie is currently a senior at the University of Miami studying Economics and Political Science on a pre-law track. She began this organization with the goal of providing students with the resources to advance their future aspirations regardless of any limitations they may face.
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Sophia Corrales
Advisor
Sophia is a junior at the University of Florida where she is majoring in Civil Engineering and minoring in Business.
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Hannah Drum
Advisor
Hannah is from Pittsburgh, Pa and is a senior at the University of Miami double majoring in Biology and Microbiology. She joined Mentoring America because she remembers how lost she felt during the college application process and she wanted to make sure she could give back to those in a similar situation.
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Genny Rodriguez
Director of Mentorship Programs
Genny is from Miami, Florida and currently attending the University of Florida. She is double majoring in Biology and Nutritional Sciences on the pre-med route. She joined MAC because as a first generation college student, applying to college seemed so frightening and difficult to her at first, so she wants to help people who might feel the same.
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Julia Si
Director of Public Relations
Julia is from Long Island, New York. She is an Biochemistry and Nutrition major at the University of Miami. She joined Mentoring America with the intention of helping out high school students with college application process. She believes there's so much information expected to be known, so she wants to make sure they have the resources to succeed.
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Samantha Rosenberg
Director of Outreach
Samantha is from Jensen Beach, FL . Samantha works as the Legislative Aide for District 85 in the Florida House of Representatives. She brings a passion for mentorship in higher education pathways and career building. She graduated with a degree in Political Science from Florida State University in 2021. Samantha joined Mentoring America Corp. as a mentor over 2 years ago and has grown her involvement by spearheading the program into a new school district while spreading the nonprofits mission.
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Diego Gonzalez
Director of Web Development
Diego is from Miami, Florida. He is a sophomore at the University of Florida, studying Business Administration. He is responsible for keeping our website up-to-date so that members always have access to accurate information. Additionally, he seeks out ways to increase public interest and enhance web development throughout the organization. Diego joined Mentoring America because he wants to help kids get motivated to reach their college dreams.
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Stefan Anzola
Director of Finance
Stefan was born and raised in Miami, Florida. He is currently attending the University of Florida, studying Finance. He joined Mentoring America to help young adults empower themselves through education
Coordinators
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Hassan Muntazir
Mentorship Programs Coordinator
Hassan is from Hewlett, NY. He is currently studying at Binghamton University. His majoris Integrative Neuroscience. He joined Mentoring America because he believes strongly in the importance of guidance and support to create meaningful change. He believes mentorship is a great way to give back and help others reach their full potential and he is honored to be a part of the committee.
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Gaby Battistini
Public Relations Coordinator
Gaby is from Miami, FL and is a marketing major at the University of Florida. She joined Mentoring America because she knew how hard the college application process can be, and she loves being able to help provide the resources for all high schoolers to have their chance to succeed.
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Jillian Plymale
Outreach Coordinator
Jillian is from Stuart, Florida. She is currently attending Florida State University where she studies Criminology. She has been following Mentoring America for a few years and really connected to the purpose of the program. She knew that she wanted to be involved and have the opportunity to give back to her community. She is excited to be a part of expanding the program and continuing to make a big impact on younger students.
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Alvin Baranov
Mentorship Programs Coordinator
Alvin is from Brooklyn, New York. He is currently studying Biochemistry on the pre-med track with minors in Psychology and Health Management and Policy at the University of Miami. He joined MAC because he feels that all students, regardless of background, should have access to a mentor that can help them succeed.