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OUR NAVIGATOR SPOTLIGHT
William Deleon Guerrero
Major and Expected Graduation Date
AA in Liberal Arts with a Pre-Engineering Emphasis in Spring 2022
What made you become a mentor?
I was in a position where I struggled with a lot of subjects, especially math, but in those struggling times, there were those eureka moments that filled me with happiness and helped my motivation to understanding difficult topics. I simply want to help others find that motivation that I once found.
What benefits do you get by having a mentor?
So besides the standard tutoring services, mentors also provide guidance and advice towards living the college life and how to have a proper experience, academically and mentally.
One thing you are excited for this year?
I’m excited to graduate! I believe am going to be the first person to graduate with the Pre-Engineering emphasis, so I am looking forward to that!
Jermaine Salas Jr.
Major and Expected Graduation Date
AAS in Criminal Justice in Spring 2023
What made you become a tutor?
I wanted to become a tutor because of how much I love to help others.
What benefits do you get by having a tutor?
You get a clearer understanding of a certain subject or how the college life for students works.
One thing you are excited for this year?
I’m excited to meet new people and make new friends.
Jenara Bai
Major and Expected Graduation Date.
AA in Business in Spring 2023
What made you become a tutor?
I saw the types of services that Project PROA offered through social media and it piqued my interest because I wanted to help others the same way I was helped when I used to struggle with my classes in high school.
What benefits do you get by having a tutor?
You get a support buddy and a friend to help guide you through not only college but daily life as well.
One thing you are excited for this year?
I am excited to collaborate with my amazing coworkers and bosses as well as interact with the students I come across at Project PROA!
Our LSS Intern Highlights

Johnson Aldan AtaligClass: ED493 - Community Education Practicum Length of Internship: 640 Hours Major: B.S. in Education - Rehabilitation & Human Services Favorite Quote: "You will never have this day again so make it count." | Chloette Cabrera VillazonClass: ED471 - Integrated Lessons and Activities Length of Internship: 60 Hours Major: B.S. in Education - Rehabilitation & Human Services Favorite Quote: "Everybody is a Genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree it will live its whole life believing that it's stupid." - Albert Einstein | Brent Michael EspinedaClass: RH330 - Human Services Fieldwork I Length of Internship: 30 Hours Major: B.S. in Education - Rehabilitation & Human Services Favorite Quote: "We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking that we used to create them." - Albert Einstein |
Johnson Aldan Atalig
Class: ED493 - Community Education Practicum
Length of Internship: 640 Hours
Major: B.S. in Education - Rehabilitation & Human Services
Favorite Quote: "You will never have this day again so make it count."
Chloette Cabrera Villazon
Class: ED471 - Integrated Lessons and Activities
Length of Internship: 60 Hours
Major: B.S. in Education - Rehabilitation & Human Services
Favorite Quote: "Everybody is a Genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree it will live its whole life believing that it's stupid." - Albert Einstein
CLUB SPOTLIGHT
PHI THETA KAPPA HONOR SOCIETY Local Chapter
As a society, our goal is to create opportunities for college students to help them grow as scholars and leaders in our community. Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society aims to celebrate student academic achievements and enhance professional and social skills.
What are the qualifications for becoming a PTK member?
To qualify to become a Phi Theta Kappa Member, students must maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA and have completed at least 12 college credits. Students must also be currently enrolled in an associate’s or bachelor's degree program at the Northern Marianas College in order to be eligible.
How can students apply?
All eligible students are invited to accept membership with a fee. For additional information, students can email ptk@marianas.edu for guidance on how to accept membership.
Are there any activities that students can look forward to?
The officers this year plan to host different events for members to connect with each other. We are a huge family, and the activities we host involve working as a team and acknowledging one another. At the moment, we are planning a mental health day to have members gather and conduct team-building activities.
How can students benefit from becoming a member of the PTK Honor Society?
Through recognition, scholarship, career training, transfer success, and leadership opportunities–more information about membership benefits can be found here.
DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT
Office of Student Activities & Leadership
What is OSAL? What is the department's purpose?
The Office of Student Activities & Leadership (OSAL) is dedicated to enriching the student learning experience by providing activities that develop leadership qualities, character, responsibility, positive work ethic, and teamwork.
Additionally, we are home to our student government, the Associated Students of Northern Marianas College (ASNMC), and our student organizations and clubs! A few of our student organizations include Phi Theta Kappa, Leaders of Tomorrow Club, Nursing Club, Northern Mariana Islands College Sports (NMCIS), Environmental Natural Resources Organization (ENRO), Till the Day Mission Club, and MORE!
Where is OSAL located?
OSAL is located in Building M Room 1 nearest to the K Building classrooms.
Who leads OSAL?
OSAL is led by our Program Manager, Mrs. Alexis Cabrera-Manglona.
Who are the OSAL staff?
The OSAL team consists of 2 full-time personnel, Alexis Cabrera-Manglona and Maia Pangelinan, and our 2 work-studies, Gerald Crisostomo Jr. and Jefferson Cunanan.
How important is OSAL in the daily running of the college?
OSAL is an integral part of our students' college experience. OSAL provides a variety of programs, events, organizations, and leadership opportunities. We empower our students to be actively engaged in campus life.
Are there any goals for OSAL this upcoming semester?
OSAL seeks to increase opportunities for leadership development and civic engagement through service learning this school year. We are excited to be planning the 1st Annual Student Conference titled "Set SAIL" scheduled for March 25, 2022 and it is free for NMC students to attend. The registration form will be forthcoming. In addition, we are also launching the US Congress Congressional Awards. Lastly, we will be revitalizing the Service Learning Program coming this Fall 2022.
What are the services offered at OSAL?
"The Office of Student Activities & Leadership (OSAL) is dedicated to enriching the student learning experience by providing activities that develop leadership qualities, character, responsibility, positive work ethics, and teamwork."
We work directly with our student government (ASNMC), student clubs, and student organizations to plan and coordinate leadership, cultural, civic, financial, recreational, and health and wellness activities for our students and our NMC community. Additionally, we work directly with all departments on college initiatives, recruitment efforts, and the new student orientations.
How can we get in touch with OSAL?
You can reach our office by calling (670) 237-6787 or (670) 237-6896 or by emailing us at osal@marianas.edu
We also have the Student Information Hotlines which can be reached by calling (670) 285-7651 and (670) 285 -2059.
Is there any additional information you think students should know?
If you are interested in starting a club at NMC or are interested in hosting events and activities, you can reach out to us and we can assist you!
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