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Breanna Clark

Assistant Director of Recruitment

970-351-4520
breanna.clark@unco.edu 

I was born and raised in Loveland, CO and graduated from Mountain View High School. I visited Dakota Wesleyan University and immediately fell in love with the college campus. I worked as a Student Worker and Ambassador in the Admissions Office at DWU and knew that College Admissions was the career for me. My favorite part of the role is working with students and families as they see all of the college opportunities that are open to them. When I am not at UNC, I enjoy hiking, watching movies, trying new restaurants and learning new skills. 

Favorite place at UNC: The Social Stairs in the Campus Commons! A great place to catch up with friends or listen to a jazz concert. 

Favorite place in Greeley: Poudre River Trail. Year-round opportunity for recreation and seeing wildlife. 

What is your favorite UNC fact? Northern Vision, the 12-foot-high bear sculpture outside the University Center, has been there since 2004. Make sure to stop by during your campus visit for a photo op!

Who is your favorite fictional bear? The Berenstain Bears!

Ethan Knapp

Admission Counselor

970-351-2818
ethan.knapp@unco.edu

I grew up right here in Greeley, Colorado, and have watched this town grow throughout the years. There are so many great opportunities in this town, I am excited to continue to be a part of this community!

I graduated here at UNC in 2022 with a degree in Music Business with an emphasis in voice with two certificates in the music area. During my time as a student, I worked as a student ambassador where I found a strong passion for helping students and families take that next step into their future. My favorite part of working in admissions is being able to connect with students I get to meet and support them through the college search process. Outside of work, you can find me playing music, going on gorgeous hikes, snowboarding, taking on the outdoors and spending quality time with friends and family.

Favorite place at UNC: My favorite spot at UNC was definitely Gunter Green! This area is a great spot for all kinds of activities. Whether you want to read a book on a picnic blanket or play some spike ball, this is the place to do it!

Favorite spot in Greeley: Downtown Greeley! All the great events and venues going on in the downtown area makes for great opportunities to enjoy live music, great food, and meet wonderful people from the Greeley community!

Favorite UNC fact: Although UNC’s mascot has been a Bear for a long time, did you know that UNC's mascot used to be the fighting teachers? Founded in 1889, UNC was founded as a State Normal School that prepared students to become experts in education.

Favorite fictional bear: Smokey the Bear. Only you can prevent wildfires

Hannah Woerner

Admission Counselor

970-351-1711
hannah.woerner@unco.edu

I grew up in a tiny town in Iowa and did my undergraduate degree at Central College in Pella, Iowa. After getting my B.A in Vocal Music Education I moved to Greeley in 2022 to begin my graduate degree and in December of 2023 I became a proud Bear Alum with a Master’s in Educational Psychology. I am a first-generation college student who had the incredible opportunity to find my community here at UNC, and I look forward to helping future bears do the same! Outside of my time spent at UNC I enjoy being a part of the choir and theater world. I am in two different choirs and a theater troupe here in Greeley!

Favorite place at UNC: The performing hall in the Campus Commons. It is a beautiful space and there is something magical about standing on that stage.

Favorite spot in Greeley: The Moxi Theater! They always have live performances to enjoy and it is located in the heart of downtown.

Favorite UNC fact: UNC has a 5/5 on the Campus Pride Index. The campus is an incredibly welcoming and open place, and that is reflected in our commitment to supporting all students.

Favorite fictional bear: I grew up reading the Berenstein Bears books with my sister, so I have to say that they are by far the best fictional bears.

Jilda Nevarez

Transfer and International Admissions Counselor

970-351-3170
jilda.nevarez@unco.edu

I was raised in Glenwood Springs Colorado where I attended school k-12. I continued my education as a first-generation student at Colorado State University where I received my B.A in Political Science and a minor in International Development. During my time at CSU, I worked as an ambassador for transfer admissions for 2 years where I learned how important support to access in higher education is, especially with underrepresented students. My time working with transfer students as an ambassador made me realize my passion for helping students in higher education and finding their home away from home.

As a first-generation student I remember how difficult this process felt, so I hope to provide a little bit of guidance and help those who might feel the same.

Favorite place at UNC:The Cesar Chavez Cultural Center. It does an amazing job supporting students.

Favorite place in Greeley: Coco's Coffee Shop. It is a Latina owned business, and the owner got her degree from UNC! I recommend the Chicken Avo Bowl.

Favorite UNC fact: UNC was founded on April 1st. What a birthday!

Favorite fictional bear: Smokey the Bear. I grew up in the mountains where Smokey was present at any and all school and city celebrations.

Jessica Johnson

Assistant Director of Transfer & International Recruitment

970-351-3808
Jessica.Johnson@unco.edu

I was born in Chihuahua, Mexico but was raised in Colorado. I have moved around a lot from Aurora, Commerce City, Denver, Thornton, and Greeley. I am a two-time alumna of UNC. At my time at UNC, I started as a non-traditional student when I transferred. UNC was just what I wanted. Not too big and not too small to get the full college experience. I received tremendous support from many people on campus and departments such as the Cesar Chavez Cultural Center, Center for Women & Gender Equity, and EMSA. Thanks to the this support I was able to open up about my identities and support other students. During my journey at UNC, I advocated for open access and financial/professional resources for undocumented students. Due to this experience, I learned that my passion was to serve students and I received my masters in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership.  

I wish to continue to support access to higher education of underrepresented populations.  

Favorite place at UNC: The Cesar Chavez Cultural Center and The Center for Women & Gender Equity were my favorite places to be as a student. As mentioned,I received tremendous support in these spaces, and they had so many fun events and programming.  

Favorite place in Greeley: Bittersweet Park is my favorite place for evening strolls. It is a nice place to de-stress and take in the view while jogging or walking.  

Favorite UNC fact: The oldest building at UNC is Candelaria and it used to be a bomb/tornado shelter several years ago.  

Favorite fictional bear: Boog from open season! 

José Davíd Reynoza

Associate Director of Recruitment

970-351-1351
jose.reynozaayala@unco.edu

Saludos! I grew up in Brighton, Colorado. That is about 45 minutes away from Greeley. I went to school with roughly the same group of students at three different stages (elementary, middle school, high school). My family is originally from Mexico and Spanish is my first language! I am a first-generation student, and I am a proud alumnus of the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Musical Theater. 

In my time as a student at UNC I found an incredibly supportive community of peers, staff and faculty. I had the opportunity to start a student group with my best friends and find other career interests with my student employment as an ambassador in the admissions office. I have now had the pleasure of serving as an admissions counselor since 2021, in addition to serving in leadership positions. In my free time I love reading plays, watching movies and dancing!   

Favorite place at UNC: I have found so much peace hammocking out by Cranford Park. The trees are the perfect size/distance to position your hammock to catch the sunset’s rays, maybe reada good book. A great space to invite your friends for some ultimate frisbee.

Favorite spot in Greeley: Other than exploring downtown, I really enjoy going on walks around Glenmere Park. The small lake there brings a cool variety of wildlife and the energy most of the time feels serene. 

Favorite Fictional Bear: Winnie the Pooh, the ultimate Zen king!

Lorenzo Scalise

Transfer Admission Counselor

970-351-3013
lorenzo.scalise@unco.edu

I was born and raised in Loveland, Colorado, and graduated from Loveland High School. After high school, I graduated from the University of Wyoming. Having the opportunity to attend school was one of the best experiences of my life. While in school, I worked as a Resident Assistant, Marketing Specialist for the Volunteer Office, and a Student Ambassador. The experience I was able to gain in college led me to find my passion of helping others get the degree they need to achieve their dreams. Having the opportunity to give back to the state that raised me and help other receive an affordable and incredible education at the University of Northern Colorado is everything I could ask for.

Favorite place at UNC: My favorite spot on campus is the Campus Commons. I couldn't ask for a better building to welcome incoming students and families to our great university.

 Favorite place in Greeley: My favorite spot in Greeley is the downtown. There are so many fun businesses and restaurants downtown that are great to check out. I love food and there are some great places to eat in Greeley.

Favorite UNC fact: One of the residence halls on campus, Lawrenson Hall, is the tallest building between Cheyenne and Denver.

Favorite fictional bear:Bear Grylls

Marcey Delgado Jaco

Assistant Director of Recruitment

970-351-1023
marcey.delgadojaco@unco.edu

¡Buenas! I was born in San Salvador, El Salvador, but grew up in Brighton, Colorado—just outside of Greeley. I transferred to the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) as a junior, and it was the best decision I could have made! Not only did I find my communidad on campus, but I also discovered my passion for advocating and supporting underserved communities in higher education. I am a proud two-time Bear; I earned my B.S. in Human Services and my M.A. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership (HESAL).

As a Latina, first-generation, DREAMer student, I understand the challenges of navigating higher education and am committed to supporting our students on their journey. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my husband and our two dogs. I’m excited to be back at UNC, helping our future Bears thrive!

Favorite spot on campus: The César Chavez Cultural Center! It became my “home away from home” during my time at UNC and I always love to go back and visit the amazing staff. Also, they have great food at their events.

Favorite place in Greeley: I’m a big reader, so I love visiting the The Midnight Oil Bookstore in Downtown Greeley.

Favorite fact about UNC: Did you know they used to host a haunted house in the basement of Harrison Hall every Halloween? UNC has a pretty haunted history and there are a couple of well-known ghost stories around campus and at certain buildings. Like the “friendly” ghost affectionally named Paco at the César Chávez Cultural Center.

Favorite fictional bear:  Yogi Bear! "Hey-Hey-Hey, Smarter than the average bear!"

Pricilla Rain

Admission Counselor

970-351-3015
pricilla.rain@unco.edu

I grew up on the island of O'ahu, one of the Hawaiian islands, where I attended Waipahu High School located on the West side of the island. My family is originally from Chuuk, Micronesia, where I was born. We immigrated to the United States in 2001 English being my second language. I am a first-generation student receiving my bachelors degree in Business Administration with a double concentration in Management and Hospitality at Colorado Mesa University. I enjoy reading, going to the gym, watching sports, and hanging out with friends.

Favorite place at UNC: I enjoy the University Center and the Dining hall with its different food options. My favorite is the Flamin' Hot Cheeto sushi! It is a must try while on the UNC campus. 

Favorite place in Greeley: I enjoy downtown Greeley and its different options in food and shops. Winter time is my favorite time to visit the downtown area where all the trees are sparkling with Christmas lights. 

Favorite UNC fact: UNC offers 8 cultural and resource centers for students to find their community and a sense of belonging. I love that students get the opportunity to connect with others and receive support from their peers. With that many centers, you are sure to find your people! 

Favorite fictional bear:Po from Kung Fu Panda!

Shelby Scrivner

Admission Counselor

970-351-1611
shelby.scrivner@unco.edu

I was born and raised here in Colorado and graduated from the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in 2019 with my bachelor's degree in Anthropology and am endlessly grateful for my time in UNC's college of Humanities and Social Sciences. During my time as a student at UNC, I worked as an Orientation Leader for about two years and served on UNC's student senate. After graduating from UNC, I had the privilege of being a staff member in the Office of Admissions at Adams State University where I coordinated campus visits and events, and supervised student ambassadors! It was in these roles that I developed a passion for providing support for students and their families during their transition to college-life, and I am delighted to continue working in that capacity now as an Admissions Counselor here at UNC. When not on-campus I enjoy video games, movies, playing DND with my friends, and listening to music. 

Favorite place at UNC: Michener Library! Libraries are some of my favorite places on earth, and as both a student and staff member, Michener has always been my favorite place to get cozy and get some work done. I'll take any excuse to visit the UNC Archives in Michener's lower level!   

Favorite spot in Greeley: John Galt Coffee Co. is one of the places that was definitive to my time as a UNC student and holds lots of cozy vibes and happy memories!

Favorite UNC fact: UNC's Anthropology department is home to a number of historic Puebloan ceramic works among other artifacts, and the Pueblo Pottery Exhibit currently featured on the first floor of Michener Library was curated by students for independent study and UNC Honors Program Capstone projects. 

Favorite fictional bear: Good Luck Bear! One of the original Care Bears, he initially became my favorite because he was my favorite color and had a cute little clover on his belly, but he has since remained a favorite for his sense of optimism and encouragement of self-assurance!