Good to Know

“Being from San Antonio, I knew I always wanted to return at the right time and serve my community, which provided me with so much growth. I was intentional on my next professional move, and the criteria I was looking for included: working for a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), supporting STEM students and having freedom for creation and innovation toward student development and success. The Student Success Center (SSC) role matched all of my expectations and much more, as UTSA is thriving in all of these areas.

“As a first-generation college student, I had to learn how to navigate the university on my own. Students have so many unanswered questions about college—we should make it easy for them to pick their experience. I missed out on several key opportunities in college because I didn’t have the information about them, and I was afraid to ask questions. I want to provide students with as much information as possible so they are aware of their opportunities and they can make informed decisions that are in their best interest.

“I hope all students in the College of Sciences see the SSC as a place where they can go for answers and support. I would like to provide opportunities for students in every academic year and to create a program to build student leaders. We hope that through SSC services, students will be able to define their science identity and confidently navigate their science journey beyond graduation. Our mission is to help students find their place at UTSA and within the College of Sciences. We want students to see themselves represented within their discipline, and we will support their journey by providing exceptional resources along the way.” Daniel Ramirez-Escobedo is the director of the College of Sciences Student Success Center. He joined UTSA in April.

The College of Sciences Student Success Center is a comprehensive resource center for all science students. The center promotes student success by working closely with faculty, the Tomás Rivera Center and the UTSA CareerEdge Center to provide academic and career support and to help transfer students transition to UTSA successfully. The center aims to empower students to take ownership of their learning experiences, leading to overall student success, graduation, and personal and professional growth.