WEBINAR: Creating a Program to Support the Mental Health and Success of Newcomer Students
Working with high needs newcomer students can be daunting for even the most dedicated professionals. Wouldn't you like to be the one with the plan that works?
We will share evidence-based strategies for addressing stressors and strengthening the support systems you have in place for your students.
Register here!
🗓️ Date: November 20, 2024
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM EST
🌐 Location: Online (Zoom link will be provided upon registration)
About the Presenters
Laura Gonzalez
Laura Gonzalez has 25 years of experience working in higher education, addressing college access for youth from immigrant families. In Laura's post-faculty career, she served as the coordinator of the educational program at an ORR facility for unaccompanied minors in NC. This led to her current work co-founding an educational consulting company that equips facilities serving unaccompanied minors with meaningful educational tools. Laura holds a PhD in Counselor Education, a Master’s degree in College Student Development, and a Bachelor’s degree in Women's Studies. Laura and her husband have a bilingual and bicultural family, including three children. Laura collaborates part time with Immigrant Connections, while serving as the Research and Development Director for One Journey Together, LLC.
