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Dr. López is a first generation college student who has served Northeastern for more than 11 years in several capacities including Director for the El Centro, adjunct faculty in the Goodwin College of Education’s Higher Education for the ENLACE program,  and Associate Vice President for Student Affairs.

Dr. Lopez is committed to student success of our diverse student body and tireless advocate of post-secondary education. Recently, he lead the successful opening of the University's first residence hall; developed Student Affairs key performance indicators and departmental assesment plans to measure Student Affairs contribution to student retention and success; and expanded student services at El Centro and Jacob H. Carruther's Center for Inner City Studies.

Has worked in Higher Education administration across the country for 10 years in increasing roles of responsibilities, with experience in student activities, multicultural affairs, and fraternity, sorority and residence life.

Ms. Vargas is an alumna and has worked at Northeastern for 15 years in both Student Affairs and Academic Affairs.

Has served NEIU for 39 years, including 35 years of services in the Division of Student Affairs. Over the years she coordinated the Minority Mentoring Program and the National Student Exchange. She currently works as a student advocate and wit Undocumented Student Resources.

Has also filled roles in Finance and Administration and Academic Affairs since arriving at NEIU in 2007. She has a background in human resources and focuses on unit operations.