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Rocio Lopez

Hometown: San Pedro Sula, Honduras

I work with: International students, Florida, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories

I went to college at: Louisiana State University

My college activities: International Cultural Center

Erica Smith

Hometown: Metairie, LA

I work with: students who want to transfer to Loyola. 

I went to college at: Southeastern Louisiana University 

My college activities: Art 

My advice for college: Stay focused and organized. Leave yourself time to get to know and meet people. Get involved.

My favorite New Orleans festival: French Quarter Fest. It highlights our local musicians and food, giving the best experience for New Orleans life. 

Grace Kalka

Hometown: Fort Stockton, Texas 

Where did you go to college? Texas Tech University

What were you involved in while you were in college? Orientation Crew, Campus Ambassadors, Choir, Advertising Club

Best piece of college advice: This is a time for adventure, growth, and learning in ALL areas of your life. Make the most of it!! 

Paula Atchley

Hometown: Metairie

College: University of New Orleans, Loyola University New Orleans (Masters)

Activities in college: Theater, Community Service, Social Events

Best piece of college advice: Take care of yourself, drink plenty of water and eat healthy foods! 

Favorite restaurant in New Orleans: Antoine's

Favorite New Orleans festival:  Fried Chicken Festival

Justin Blackstone

Hometown: Pineville, LA

Where did you go to college? Loyola University New Orleans

What were you involved in when you were in college? Orientation Krewe Leader, SGA, Student Ambassadors, Film major

Best piece of college advice: Remember your roots and where you came from. 

Favorite restaurant in New Orleans: Dat Dog

Favorite New Orleans festival: French Quarter Festival

Holly Cassard Schultz

Hometown: La Place, LA

Where did you go to college? Loyola University New Orleans '06 (B.A., Drama and Communications)

What were you involved in while you were in college? Residential Life, Greek Life, Working in the Theatre department costume shop, box office, business office and of course, acting in plays!