PROFILES

• Janice Austin
• Rebecca Ávila
• Mario Barnes
• Rex Bossert
• Charles Cannon
• Erwin Chemerinsky
• Anna Davis
• Laura Fry
• Patty Furukawa
• Carrie Hempel
• Mary Kelleher-Jones
• Patti O'Dorisio
• Linda Puertas
• Lisa Rehbaum
• Elizabeth Schroeder
• Beatrice A. Tice
• Grace Tonner
• Nasreen Zia

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What excites you most about joining the new law school administration?
This is a wonderful opportunity for me to be part of dedicated group of professionals in the best law school in the nation. I’m excited about utilizing my past experiences from public as well as private institutions to streamline the Financial Aid process and to fulfill the needs of the students through clear communication and solid supporting policies. It gives me great hope for the future of the Financial Aid office when I hear Dean Chemerinksy state: "After years of planning, the University of California, Irvine School of law is no longer just an idea but reality."

Describe a favorite project from your career.
I had the opportunity to accomplish many projects during my career at University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and at Otis College of Art and Design. At Otis, I was able to implement a digital document imaging system to create a paperless environment, which significantly increased productivity, improved workflow and eliminated unnecessary paperwork. The Financial Aid office was the first office on campus to become paperless and green. With the new document imaging system in place, Otis Financial Aid staff was able to store, enhance, retrieve and manipulate hardcopy documents. Students were happy with the easy and seamless process. Students were encouraged to take advantage of online tools.

What are you most excited about doing in the first years of the law school?
Today’s economy has brought new challenges to the financial aid industry and to our students. As the new Financial Aid Director, my goal is:

• To seek more funding from as many sources as possible in order to reduce education loan debt. I will try to meet the needs of students who suffer financial hardship. I will dedicate my time to reach out to students and offer guidance.
• I will implement an effective financial literacy program. In this program, my goal is to make students understand the basics of personal finance and debt management. This program will emphasize the importance of money management, smart budgeting, securing a financial future, managing credit cards and making wise decisions when it comes to borrowing.
• I will create and implement a Loan Repayment Assistance Program. This program will assist students who will pursue employment in the public interest or public service fields. Students who qualify will receive funding to cover principal and interest payment on debt occurred during their studies at law school. Ultimately, I am hopeful that this program will create an environment for students to borrow less and apply for more free aid.
I am committed to transferring our students’ hopes and aspirations into reality and helping them achieve their law degree dreams.