Contacts

Whether you're a prospective student, current student, family member, faculty member, or campus partner, we're here to help. 

We recommend connecting with us via the Learning Communities email at: learningcommunities@csuci.edu

This shared inbox is monitored by our team and is the best way to ensure your question reaches the right person. We'll connect you with the appropriate staff member if additional support is needed. 

Already working with a specific team member? Feel free to contact them directly using the information below. 

Meet the Team

Our team includes faculty, staff, and student leaders who work together to support Learning Communities and student success.

  • Leslie Abell, Ph.D.

    Learning & Living-Learning Communities Faculty Director
    High Impact Practices & Experiential Education (HIPEE) 
    leslie.abell@csuci.edu
    (805) 437-3755

     

  • Yovani Alexander, MA

    Living-Learning Community Coordinator 
    Housing & Residential Education 
    yovani.alexander@csuci.edu 
    (805) 437-3728 
  • Tiffany Elliott

    Learning Communities Coordinator 
    High Impact Practices & Experiential Education (HIPEE) 
    tiffany.elliott963@csuci.edu 
    (805) 437-8940 
  • Susan Lefevre, MA, MFT

    Learning Communities Faculty Co-Lead 
    High Impact Practices & Experiential Education (HIPEE) 
    susan.lefevre@csuci.edu 
    (805) 437-3688 
  • Angie Stamos, MBA

    Learning Communities Analyst 
    High Impact Practices & Experiential Education (HIPEE) 
    angie.stamos@csuci.edu 
    (805) 437-2758
Learning Communities Peer Mentors

Learning Communities Peer Mentors (LCPMs) are trained student leaders who support Learning Communities students both in and out of the classroom. Students will meet their LCPM at the start of the semester and can connect with them throughout the year for guidance, resources, and support.