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Biography
Gerardo Torres Garcia (Jerry) is a first-generation college graduate and the son of immigrants. He grew up in a rural town in southeast Idaho and went on to earn his B.A. in Spanish with a minor in Mathematics from Idaho State University. Shortly after graduating, Gerardo began working as an Advisor/Coordinator with the TRIO Upward Bound Programs at Idaho State University, where he spent over two and a half years guiding high school students toward pursuing college degrees and coordinating various events. As a former TRIO participant in high school and college, Gerardo experienced firsthand the transformative power of supportive educational programs. The guidance and encouragement he received from TRIO inspired him to pursue a career dedicated to helping students reach their educational goals. Outside of work, Gerardo enjoys baking, exercising, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
Education
- B.A., Idaho State University
Service Area
- Student Affairs
- Student Success Coach