Mission Statement
Orfalea Student Services empowers future global business leaders to forge their unique path to success. We cultivate a dynamic and inclusive environment that supports student needs through advising, mentoring, and connection to industry.
Programs and Services
- Academic Advising (Peer and Professional)
- Peer Tutoring
- Peer Mentoring
- Multicultural Business Program
- BUS 100 Student Orientation and College Success
- BUS 206 & 306 Career Readiness & Professionalism I & II
- Orfalea OutREACH
- Study Abroad and Orfalea International Business Tours
- International Student Support
- Career and Internship Support
- Transfer Student Support
Professional Staff
Professional Academic staff is available to help students with more in-depth personal counseling for sensitive, critical, or academic concerns. We also have a Career Readiness advisor that can assist with career planning and exploration.
YOVANI ALEXANDER
Academic Advisor
ylalexan@calpoly.edu
805-756-1753 | 03-100
JUSTIN GOMEZ
Multicultural Advisor & Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Strategist
ngomez13@calpoly.edu
805-756-5356 | 03-100
CHELSEA KIDWELL
Academic Advisor
clkidwel@calpoly.edu
805-756-5304 | 03-100
MALLORY STOFFEL
Coordinator, Career Readiness Center
mlstoffe@calpoly.edu
03-300D
KATELYN O’BRIEN
Assistant Director of Student Services
kobrie13@calpoly.edu
805-756-5295 | 03-100
