Welcome to Lisa Jo!

Please join me in welcoming Lisa Jo, our new Program Specialist at the Linguistics department!

Lisa Jo graduated with a BA in Psychology from CSULB, completed the Professional Program in Producing at the UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television and a MA in Counseling Psychology from NU.  She also has an additional year of post graduate coursework in Clinical, Health, Diversity & Intercultural Psychology from CSPP. Lisa Jo has the unique experience of having worked in education, psychology and medicine as well as several creative positions in film and television. She joins our team with several years of experience in higher education.  She has worked in Student Affairs, Medical Education, Program Development and Health Psychology Research at UCI and UCLA Schools of Medicine.  She has also worked in Admissions and Financial Aid at USC.  Lisa Jo’s favorite part of her job is working with students to help make the university experience the best it can be, increasing student well-being and providing students with resources to overcome obstacles standing in their path to success. Outside of work, Lisa Jo enjoys volunteering and spending time with her family and dogs. She also appreciates a rainy day, a good book and a great cup of coffee.