Emily Meade and Alma Ibarra are graduate students at CSU East Bay’s Master’s in Counseling Program where they’re pursuing their credential in PPS. Emily received her B.A in Performance Theory and spent the subsequent years traveling, volunteering and teaching in over 12 countries. As a burgeoning school counselor, she is dedicated to promoting social justice and equitable access to education for all the students she serves. By drawing on her diverse experiences, Emily addresses the needs of students dealing with adversity by using her innate creativity and mindfulness. Alma received her B.A in Psychology and works closely with the foster youth and Latino community. She has become passionate about building connections with the diverse community and providing them with supportive services needed to surpass the challenging issues. Proving a supportive and empowering environment, Alma hopes to help close the achievement gap and assist minorities in reaching their full potential.