Dasha holds Associate of Arts degrees from Santa Monica College, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA, a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) specialization from Antioch College. Prior to coming to UC Davis, Dasha was at UCLA where they most recently served as the Office and Intake Coordinator for the Campus Assault Resources & Education (CARE) program and the Program Coordinator for Case Management Services (CMS). 

Dasha's goal was always to one day end up working with a Center-based program, preferably at a university, so seeing that the Transfer & Reentry Center was hiring at UC Davis felt like the stars were aligning for exactly just that. They've been working with college students since 2015 and find it to be such a rewarding and celebratory experience being able to not only watch the students you work with achieve their student success stories, but also to be able to grow with them through those journeys.

Dasha was a transfer student (Santa Monica College to UCLA) so they understand how it can sometimes feel isolated and lonely on a big campus where it feels like most students have already found their footing and their communities. It can feel overwhelming trying to find where you belong, so Dasha hopes to collaborate closely with the transfer student community to help alleviate that stress and develop opportunities where students can feel more closely connected with the campus and each other.

Marissa offers support and advocacy for reentry students (ages 25 and older, with children, married/partnered, returning from a break in school, caregiving for adult family members).  

Hey there! My name is Khalid, I am currently a UC Davis student working on a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Education. My goal is to eventually become a LCSW after I graduate. I spend most of my time outside of academia producing music and learning new ways to make things. Be it food and drink, or interior design. My most consistent trait is looking to create and share with others. When I need inspiration or relaxation, I like to go out into nature and listen to music.

I'm currently pursuing a major in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, driven by a passion for understanding the mechanics of flight and the vast mysteries of space. I'm particularly interested in studying space phenomena and aim to eventually become an astronaut. Outside of academics, I enjoy building custom PCs from scratch, which combines my love for technology and problem-solving. I also find joy in reading, going on walks, and exploring nature, especially through biking and appreciating greenery. These hobbies not only keep me grounded but also fuel my curiosity and creativity, which are essential in my journey toward a career in space exploration.