Staff

Diana Bahena Coronel

Diana Bahena Coronel has a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Spanish and her master's degree in Education. Her love of education and working with and for students and families began early when her youth group leaders actively mobilized the community.

Amy Duncan

Amy Duncan is the Program Manager for Education and Community Outreach at UC San Diego Extension. Prior to working at UC San Diego Extension, she was the Global Education Leader for a UK Academy and the Coordinator of Post-Graduate Medical Education for the UK’s leading children’s hospital in London. Her teaching career spans over 15 years from K-6 to adult learners. Amy received her B.Sc. in Psychology from the University of Surrey, UK, and her Post Graduate Certificate in Education from Brunel University, London. She also holds a California Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential.

Tinesha Garrett

Tinesha Garrett is a Program Manager for UC San Diego Extended Studies Education and Community Outreach, overseeing the Discover UC San Diego program. Prior to joining the team, Tinesha worked at Extended Studies Student Services office as a Student Affairs Advisor. She advised students on academic programs, registration procedures and policies, and financial assistance. She also served as one of the VA School Certifying Official by aiding in the certification of VA educational benefits. Tinesha received her B.A. in Sociology in 2009 from UC San Diego.

Diana Hernandez

Diana Hernandez is a Program Manager for UC San Diego Extension Education and Community Outreach, overseeing the Research Scholars program. Diana received a B.A. in Sociology from UC Merced in 2016 and a Master’s in Postsecondary Educational Leadership with a Specialization in Student Affairs from SDSU in May 2019. Prior to joining UC San Diego Extension, she served as a member of the Center for Student Involvement within Student Life at UC San Diego, where she was a program coordinator in Communication and Leadership, helping to oversee programs such as the Triton Community Leadership Institute.

Anais Perez

Anais Perez is a Program Manager for UC San Diego Extension Education and Community Outreach, overseeing the Academic Connections program. Anais Perez received a B.A in Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality studies from California State University, Long Beach in 2019 and a Masters in Higher Education from California State University, Fullerton in May 2021. Anais has previously worked with UCSD Extension as an Office Assistant for Academic Connections, providing support for students, parents, and staff. She has also served as a Graduate Assistant for the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics at California State University Fullerton, helping co-advise student organizations and assist in academic advising and student success initiatives. She has also worked as a Project Assistant for San Diego Mesa College’s Promise Program and Outreach Department where she facilitated in program development, outreach efforts, and social media management. She has worked to provide students with access to higher education and strives to assist students in obtaining their own versions of success.

Andrew Koppert

Andrew Koppert is a Program Manager and Credential Analyst in the Education and Community Outreach Department at UC San Diego Extension. Prior to joining the team, he worked for the International Rescue Committee serving San Diego’s refugee and immigrant communities. Andrew received his BA in International Security and Conflict Resolution from San Diego State University.

Nadia Ortega

Nadia Ortega is a Program Manager in UC San Diego Extension’s Education and Community Outreach department. She has also served as a Program Assistant for the Pre-College programs, advising and guiding students and parents on the Research Scholars and LAUNCH programs. Nadia received a B.A in Sociology from UC Santa Barbara in June 2021. Nadia has previously worked with UCSB’s Educational Opportunity Program as a Peer Mentor, providing academic advising and holistic support for first generation undergraduate students.

Namphuong Pullman

Namphuong Pullman is a Program Assistant for Education and Community Outreach, where she actively supports the Discover UC San Diego program. Before joining the team, Namphuong worked in the Student Services office as a Student Affairs Advisor. She advised students on academic programs, registration procedures and policies, and financial assistance. She also served as a School Certifying Official by assisting in the certification of VA educational benefits. Namphuong received her B.A. in Human Development from UC San Diego.

Melissa Realegeno

Melissa Realegeno is a Program Assistant for Education and Community Outreach. She received a B.A. in Psychology from California State University, Northridge in 2015 and a Master’s in Postsecondary Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Student Affairs from San Diego State University in May 2019. Melissa has worked at SDSU and UC San Diego for the past 5 years and really enjoys working in the college setting. She is happy to be part of the ECO team in supporting high school students who are eager to continue their education. She has supported students with disabilities, worked with over 300 student organizations, coordinated Peer Programs and countless events throughout the years as well as supervised undergraduate interns.

Jennifer Rowe

Jennifer Rowe is a Program Manager in UC San Diego Extension’s Education and Community Outreach department. She has worked at UC San Diego in various roles over the past ten years. Her background also includes a ten year stint at Tower Records in the UK, as well as experience in venture capital, biotech and education. Jennifer has a BA in Linguistics from SDSU.