Staff Profiles

Linda Liu, M.A., Director of SSS and SSS STEM

Email: LLLIU@pdx.edu - advising appointments are only for our TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) students which can be made through our online scheduler. Other inquiries, please email triosss@pdx.edu

Phone: 503-725-3816

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at University of Oregon and Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at University of Oregon

Biography: I grew up in Portland and Houston so every once in a great while you will hear me say "ya'll". As a first-gen college student, I know how challenging it can be to navigate higher education. It is one of the main reasons I continue to work in programs that support underrepresented students for the past 25 years. 

Orlando Gaeta, M.S. Coordinator of Advising Services - SSS 'Classic'

Email: gorlando@pdx.edu - advising appointments are only for our TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) students which can be made through our online scheduler. Other inquiries, please email triosss@pdx.edu

Phone: 503-725-6763

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Portland State University and Masters of Science in Educational, Leadership and Policy with focus in Student Services from Portland State University. 

Biography: I was born in Los Angeles, California. However, I grew up in NE Portland, Oregon. As a first generation student/college graduate, I understand the challenges that students face as they are entering and navigating the university. Because of this, I know of the importance that mentors and advisors have on the educational experience. I was inspired by folks in the Multi-retention Student Services and TRIO Student Support Services to commit and support students who are pursuing higher education. 

 

Sarah Rodriguez, Graduate Administrative Assistant - SSS and STEM

Email:  sarahrod@pdx.edu - Sarah's hours in the office are Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 am to 1:00pm and Wednesdays 1:00pm to 5:00pm in the Smith Memorial Student Union building, suite 425. Schedule an appointment with Sarah, https://sarahrod.youcanbook.me/

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Education: Bachelors of Arts in Child & Adolescent Development with a Community Focus at San Jose State University
Masters of Social Work at Portland State University

Biography: I was born and raised in Inglewood, CA! I recently moved to Portland and absolutely love it. My life's passion is working with BIPOC students and families. During my undergrad I was in similar programs like TRIO and I know the immense impact that it has on first-gen students like myself. I enjoy creating meaningful relationships, creating community, and finding the little joys in life.