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Admissions Counselors (Freshman, Transfer, Graduate and Doctoral)

Our admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you have about admissions, financial aid, enrollment, degree programs, life at UIW and more. Scroll down to find your personal admissions counselor based on your high school.

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UIW Admissions Mission Statement

化身世界招生办公室的大学致力于成为一个无所不包的资源为新生. 我们以学生为中心,努力通过提供大学信息来支持所有菠菜评级, individual appointments and knowledgeable counseling. Our mission is to recruit, admit and enroll future Cardinals of all backgrounds to the University, through engaging and impactful events. 我们很自豪能为我们未来和回国的学生提供独特的入学体验.

Jessica De La Rosa, Director of Admissions and Parent and Family Engagement

Jessica De La Rosa

Director of Admissions and Parent and Family Engagement
Phone: (210) 805-2543
Email: jsdelaro@uiwtx.edu

Jessica was born and raised in Houston, Texas, and is a product of Catholic school education from kindergarten through high school. In 2003, 她搬到了圣安东尼奥,开始了她的职业生涯,与高中生和大学生一起从事教育工作. In December 2015, 她毕业于道成肉身的大学,获得组织发展硕士学位.

Three random things about Jessica:

  • I collect crosses for my cross wall at home.
  • My favorite colors are red and black.
  • I’m secretly addicted to watching foreign crime series on Netflix.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Connectivity! 在威斯康星大学校园里,学生们有很多与他人交流的机会. In the process, 你将建立自己与学校的联系,这将有助于你朝着你的学术目标努力. I tell students all the time: get to know your professors and administrators, get involved, build those lasting relationships. College will be what you make of it; you’ll get out of it what you put in to it—so put your best foot forward! And if you’re not sure where to start, come see me, and I’ll be glad to help you!

  • Texas Panhandle
  • West Texas

 

Steven Puente, Freshman Admissions Couselor

Steven Puente

Associate Director of Freshman Admissions
Phone: (210) 805-2542
Email: srpuente@uiwtx.edu

史蒂文在德克萨斯州圣安东尼奥出生并长大,毕业于麦科勒姆高中. In December 2015, 他毕业于the University of the Incarnate Word,获得工商管理学士学位. He is now pursuing his Master of Business Administration.

Three random things about Steven:

  • I love watching anime.
  • I used to be a DJ!
  • I love playing guitar.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Future! 我选择本科学位的原因,特别是从UIW,是为了更好的未来. UIW向我展示了教职员工的奉献精神,帮助我实现了我的目标. It’s true: The first key to success starts here, with UIW.

  • Midwest (Out-of-State)
  • Northeast (Out-of-State)
  • Northwest (Out-of-State)
  • Southeast (Out-of-State)
  • Southwest (Out-of-State)
  • Other Out-of-State Territories

Freshman Admissions Counselors


Emmanuel De La Cruz

Emmanuel De La Cruz

Freshman Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 890-8986
Email: efdelacr@uiwtx.edu

Emmanuel is a native to San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Central Catholic High School, and he is a proud alumnus of the University of the Incarnate Word Class of 2020. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Psychology. Emmanuel is currently pursing a Master of Arts in Higher Education.

Three random things about Emmanuel:

  • I've played lacrosse for over 11 years.
  • I'm a huge DC Comics fan!
  • I plan to visit all 63 National Parks in the United States.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Passion! As an alumnus, I found that my experience as a work-study, student and club-sports athlete helped me establish a passion for UIW. The faculty and staff are ready to help students in any way possible, and our student body creates a positive experience for everyone. From our admissions counselors to our diverse student workers, UIW is eager and ready to show you what makes us unique. 我们对这所大学和我们所做的事情的热情会自动让你觉得你属于巢!

  • Boerne ISD
  • Boerne High School
  • Samuel V. Champion High School
  • Del Rio
  • Eagle Pass
  • El Paso
  • Laredo
  • New Braunfels ISD
  • North of San Antonio


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Jacob R. Morales

Freshman Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 805-3075
Email: jrmorale@uiwtx.edu

Jacob was raised in Carrizo Springs, Texas. He is a graduate of Carrizo Spring High School. After high school, 他就读于德克萨斯大学圣安东尼奥分校,并于2020年获得传播学文学学士学位.

Three random facts about Jacob:

  • I am a video game enthusiast.
  • I try to go to multiple concerts a month.
  • My dream vacation is Japan.

For me, here at UIW, the WORD is Community! Our top priority is to serve our students and our community. 我非常感谢能成为一个尽其所能为学生提供服务的机构的一员, faculty and staff. If you ever need anything, we will always do our best to serve you!

  • Beaumont
  • Brandeis High School
  • Brennan High School
  • CAST Teach High School
  • Clark High School
  • Communication Arts High School
  • Construction Careers Academy
  • Corpus Christi
  • East Texas
  • Harlan High School
  • Health Careers High School
  • Holmes High School
  • Houston
  • John Jay High School
  • John Jay Science and Engineering Academy
  • John Marshall High School
  • Northside ISD
  • O'Connor High School
  • Sotomayor High School
  • Stevens High School
  • Taft High School
  • Warren High School


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Candice Guerrero

Freshman Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 805-3097
Email: cmguerre@uiwtx.edu

Candice is a native San Antonian and graduated from Karen Wagner High School. 她在the University of the incarnation Word获得了环境科学学士学位,辅修了生物学. She began her journey in education as an environmental educator in New Hampshire.

Three random facts about Candice:

  • I build and mod mechanical keyboards.
  • I love indie music and collecting records.
  • I love Doc Martens. Catch me wearing them with every outfit!

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Pride! My time at UIW shaped me into who I am today. 我接受了很棒的教育,同时也有机会服务和领导我的社区. I strive to embody UIW's core values of service and education in whatever I do. My experiences make me a proud Cardinal, and I hope you will be too!

  • Churchill High School
  • Samuel Clemens High School
  • Dallas-Fort Worth
  • East of San Antonio
  • International School of the Americas
  • Johnson High School
  • Judson Early College Academy
  • Judson High School
  • Judson ISD
  • Legacy of Educational Excellence (LEE) High School
  • MacArthur High School
  • Madison High School
  • Northeast ISD
  • North East School of the Arts (NESA)
  • Reagan High School
  • Roosevelt High School
  • Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD
  • South of San Antonio
  • Allison L. Steele Enhanced Learning Center
  • Byron P. Steele II High School
  • STEM Academy High School
  • Texas Panhandle-area high schools
  • Veterans Memorial High School
  • Wagner High School
  • West Texas


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Alissa Trevino

Freshman Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 805-1242
Email: aatrevi3@uiwtx.edu

Alissa was born and raised in San Antonio and graduated from Harlandale High School. She recently graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise and Sports Science from St. Mary's University in December 2023. 她计划在uw攻读硕士学位,主修高等教育学生服务.

Three random things about Alissa:

  • I'm a cat mom.
  • My favorite artists are Olivia Rodrigo and Pitbull.
  • Carrie Underwood and I are sorority sisters.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Committed! Our faculty, 教职员工和学生都致力于取得卓越的学术成就,更好地为社区服务. Additionally, 我们的招生团队致力于帮助您在巢中找到您的家,并协助您解决任何问题!

  • I-35 Austin
  • Central Texas
  • Edgewood ISD
  • Gulf Coast
  • Harlandale ISD
  • San Antonio ISD
  • South San Antonio ISD
  • Southside ISD
  • Southwest ISD
  • Waco

Transfer and Graduate Admissions Counselors


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Ali Gonzalez

Associate Director of Transfer and Graduate Admissions
Phone: (210) 805-3550
Email: angonz12@uiwtx.edu

Ali was born and raised in Laredo, Texas, and is a graduate of John B. Alexander High School. Ali graduated from Texas A&M International University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

Three random things about Ali:

  • My dog's name is Ben Taylor. Yes, he has a middle name.
  • I am a Bad Bunny and Olivia Rodrigo stan.
  • I can eat dim sum for every meal! Yummy!

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Opportunity! The opportunities UIW has to offer are endless. 一旦你成为威斯康星大学校友,你可能会在你选择的职业中找到作为学生或专业人士的机会. During your undergraduate journey, you will find many opportunities to be a leader, lend a helping hand and/or build a rapport with your professors, peers and administrators.


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Kristina Orquiz

Transfer and Graduate Counselor
Phone: (210) 805-3557
Email: korquiz@uiwtx.edu

Kristina grew up in the small coastal town of Portland, Texas. 她于2015年毕业于德克萨斯大学圣安东尼奥分校,获得生物学学士学位. 毕业后,她在医疗保健和教育领域积累了工作经验.

Three random things about Kristina:

  • I am a huge fan of music and have been to hundreds of concerts and shows.
  • As a former teacher, I love to learn new things. I am currently working on my coding skills!
  • I enjoy hiking and exploring the outdoors both here in Texas and across the United States.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Involved! At UIW, 你有机会通过独特的学习经历和与教师培养有价值的关系来真正地投入到你的专业中. 你可以通过参加我们的许多学生组织和校园活动来塑造你的UIW经历,或者通过参与更大的UIW社区,因为我们努力推进共同利益!


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Sofia Rodriguez

Transfer and Graduate Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 832-2194
Email: smrodri1@uiwtx.edu

Sofia was born and raised in Laredo, Texas, and is product of a Catholic education from kindergarten to college. Sofia's UIW journey started in 2014, 她于2018年获得工商管理学士学位,主修国际商务,辅修传播艺术. In December 2023, Sofia graduated with a Master of Arts in Communication Arts. 在威斯康星大学期间,索菲亚参加了各种各样的组织,并在校园里工作. She also studied abroad as an undergrad and grad student.

Three random things about Sofia:

  • I absolutely LOVE traveling. The next place I want to visit outside of the U.S.: Greece.
  • I am a big time '80s movies and music fan! I believe I should have been born in the '80s.
  • I studied abroad in Heidelberg, Germany, and Strasbourg, France.

For me, here at UIW, the WORD is Family! UIW is my home and the people who have been part of my journey have become my family. The faculty and staff at UIW are like no other and genuinely care for students. Various departments on campus do their very best to make students feel seen and heard, and encourage engagement throughout campus. UIW提供了一个温馨的环境,让学生有机会与那些努力工作的人联系,让你的经历变得美好.


Graduate and Doctoral Admissions

Phone: (210) 829-6005
Email: gradadmissions@uiwtx.edu


Admissions Staff


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Robin Rodriguez

Welcome Center Admissions Counselor
Phone: (210) 829-3180
Email: rmrodri6@uiwtx.edu

罗宾在圣安东尼奥出生长大,毕业于奥利弗·温德尔·霍姆斯高中. She moved to Victoria, Texas, 攻读学士学位,并于2020年毕业于休斯顿大学维多利亚分校,获得心理学学士学位. 她目前正在攻读人力资源管理硕士学位,预计将于2024年12月毕业.

Three random things about Robin:

  • I studied abroad in Beijing, China, and climbed the Great Wall!
  • I have three cats and plan to rescue more.
  • I am a big fan of Snoopy.

For me, here at UIW, the WORD is Innovate! uw致力于培养下一代创新人才,帮助建立社区并为最需要的人提供服务.


Dillon Duke. Freshman admissions counselor

Dillon Duke

Assistant Director of Campus Events
Phone: (210) 805-3558
Email: dhduke@uiwtx.edu

Dillon is native to San Antonio, Texas, and is a Class of 2016 graduate from Louis D. Brandeis High School. 他于2019年毕业于休斯顿大学,获得人际沟通文学学士学位,辅修人力资源管理专业.

Three random things about Dillon:

  • I have the coolest office décor in the entire Admissions office.
  • I control the music for any Admissions event.
  • I used to be in the marching band.

For me, at UIW, the WORD is Balance! UIW possesses the best qualities of both a large and a small university. 作为一所大型大学,我们提供广泛的学术专业和机会,同时培养小型学校的学习经验. At the end of the day, 你的大学应该是一所挑战你的大学,也是一所你可以自豪地称之为家的大学.


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Gabriella Zuniga

Admissions Events Programming Manager
Phone: (210) 805-3098
Email: gmzuniga@uiwtx.edu

Gabriella was born and raised here in San Antonio, Texas. 她毕业于位于圣安吉洛的安吉洛州立大学,获得传播学学士学位, Texas. 她目前正在攻读德克萨斯理工大学高等教育管理硕士学位,并将于2022年8月毕业.

Three random things about Gabriella:

  • I am a big fan of the San Antonio Spurs! Go Spurs Go!
  • My favorite drink from Starbucks is a grande salted caramel cold foam cold brew.
  • Justin Bieber follows me on Twitter!

For me, here at UIW, the WORD is Serve! Our top priority is to serve our students and our community. 我非常感谢能成为一个尽其所能为学生提供服务的机构的一员, faculty and staff. If you ever need anything, we will always do our best to serve you!