Meet Claudia Juan CASA Student Services Technician
Claudia was born and raised in Los Angeles. Her family is from Guatemala. She joined Glendale Community College in 2020 as a full-time classified employee. Her educational journey began here at GCC, then she transferred to Cal State LA where she earned her BA in Sociology. She continued her education at the University of Southern California where she earned her Master's in Educational Counseling. Claudia currently works as a Student Services Technician in the Center for Academic Success in Athletics (CASA), where she helps student athletes with academics and connects them with campus resources. CASA is a place where student athletes come to study and develop connections and build community.
Why did you choose to work at GCC?
My goal was always to return to GCC. This campus gave me the support I needed to overcome my challenges. Working on campus as a student ambassador for Student Outreach Services (SOS) helped me find the right connections. SOS gave me a home with mentors that inspired me to further my education. I found my passions at this campus where now I am able to pay it forward and be the support system that I needed as a student.
Do you have a favorite memory working at GCC?
Hosting Counselor Day when I worked for SOS and hosting my first Student Athlete Welcome Day in 2022.
One thing about you that might surprise your co-workers?
I understand and speak a Mayan dialect, Akateko.
Other interests, hobbies, career achievements?
I enjoy spending time with my family, attending concerts and traveling.
Favorite food?
My favorite food is pasta with some wine.
Favorite sport to watch or play?
I played soccer in high school and college but enjoy watching baseball.
Describe your perfect day off?
A perfect day off would be going to Hot 8 Yoga, have breakfast with my mother, and enjoy the rest of the day at the beach.