Yesika Fernandez

Yesika Fernandez serves as the Assistant Director of Student Success at Hofstra University, focusing on providing comprehensive support to students within the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. Key responsibilities include developing, implementing, and assessing programs that foster student success and collaborating with various departments to enhance resources for students. Previously, Yesika held roles such as Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator (IDEALS), Adolescents Career Coach at Bee You Consulting, and Partnerships Specialist at the U.S. Census Bureau. Yesika's educational background features a current pursuit of a Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, alongside a Master's in Human Resources Management from Stony Brook University and a Certificate in Leading for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion from the University of Michigan. Additionally, Yesika is set to complete a Certificate in Project Management & Agile Fundamentals and a Master of Education in Leadership and Policy Studies at Hofstra University.