Jennifer Hansen,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: The University of Arizona, B.S., Business Administration, Marketing; Northern Arizona University, M.Ed, Human Relations

Hometown: I was born in the Midwest (Columbus, OH) and grew up in Tucson. After graduating from the University of Arizona, I had the privilege of living in various locations around the country due to military transfers. I am happy to be back in the desert southwest and consider Tucson my hometown.

Activities/Interests: I enjoy day trips and discovering interesting places to visit in the area. The perfect day would consist of exploring “off the beaten path”, and finding something remarkable such as an antique store, bookstore or café. I love spending time with my family and friends, taking my dog for long walks and baking (especially desserts).

Emily Bushouse,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: Grand Valley State University, B.S., Psychology; Michigan State University, M.A. & Ed.S., School Psychology

Hometown: Otsego, Michigan

Activities/Interests: My friends call me an "old soul." After spending four years in TrackTown USA (Eugene, Oregon), I became an enthusiastic follower of professional and college track and field. I am also an avid runner and compete in races ranging from 5k to ultramarathon to satisfy my competitive itch. When I'm not running, I enjoy playing board games, hiking, starting (and occasionally finishing) craft projects, and searching for the best pizza in town. My partner, James, keeps me balanced and always knows how to make me laugh.

Teresa Hytowitz,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: The University of Montana- Missoula, B.A., Psychology with a Minor in Sociology; Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling, M.Ed., School Counseling

Hometown: Portland, Oregon

Professional Associations: Arizona School Counseling Association (AzSCA), Oregon School Counselors Association (OSCA), American School Counselors Association (AZCA)

Activities/Interests: I enjoy practicing yoga, hiking in the sunshine with friends to new places, and filling my free time after work with spin classes. I am passionate about self-care, stand up comedy and the Pacific Northwest. I am happiest when attending a Blazers basketball game with my parents in downtown Portland. I find so much joy working with students because even if you can't see the “seed” that you plant within a student as you support them, it is reassuring to know that one day they will remember you and the effort that you made in their honor. I couldn't do this every day if I thought I wasn't making a change.  Go Cats!

Emily Pendleton,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: The University of Arizona, BS in Retail & Consumer Sciences, University of Phoenix, MBA

Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

Activites/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my family and shopping, hiking, baking, reading and watching University of Arizona sports!  Bear Down!

Juan Godoy,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: Northern Arizona University, B.S., Elementary Education; Northern Arizona University, M.Ed. Bilingual/Multicultural Education; The University of Arizona, Ph.D., Educational Policy Studies & Practice (in progress)

Hometown: Wilmington, California

Professional Associations: Association on Higher Education and Disability. National Educators Association. Arizona Education Association. Arizona TESOL. Phi Beta Kappa.

Activities/Interests: I enjoy spending time with my young children. I am a master at cooking on the grill. I can hardly wait every year to watch Arizona Wildcat football and basketball. I have recently become a genealogy aficionado.

Caroline Ragano,

Strategic Learning Specialist

Role at the SALT Center: As a Strategic Learning Specialist, I work with students to help create their Individualized Learning Plan (ILP) by collaboratively developing goals for success, incorporating academic strategies, and providing students with guidance and encouragement throughout their university experience.

Education: The University of Arizona, B.S., Education, with a focus in Rehabilitation and Special Education; M.A., in Special Education and Rehabilitation; Graduate Certificate, Public Health

Hometown: Long Island, New York

Professional Associations: Pi Lambda Theta alumni

Activities/Interests: I enjoy the beautiful southwest desert and the hidden gifts that come from the desert. I do not have a television or computer in my home, instead I spend my time doing other things including enjoying the desert, gardening, playing my guitar and pursuing other experiences that provide personal growth. I am a leader/musician at the Dances of Universal Peace. Additionally, I take classes and continue to further my educational goals. I also volunteer in three local theaters.