Deyna Aragon
Senior Academic Advisor
OU Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communications
Deyna's Coaching Mindset: "I believe coaching is empowering students to explore their interests, address their needs, and develop skills for lifelong success."
Higher Education Background:
- Bachelor's- Organizational and Corporate Communication, University of Texas at El Paso.
- Master's- Educational Leadership and Administration concentration in Higher Education, University of Texas at El Paso.
Interests and Hobbies
- Reading
- Attending concerts
- Traveling
- Knitting
- Watching movies
Top Defining Moments in Higher Education:
- Being the first in my family to graduate with a college degree.
- Graduating with my Masters.
- Working as a student employee for Student Affairs and finding a passion for working with students.
While in college, I experienced:
- Balancing work and school.
- Not having a sense of belonging.
- Financial stress.
- Being a first-generation college student.
- Academic motivation challenges.
