Department Staff

Hello, I’m Seilka. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, those including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. In my free time, I enjoy being a dance mom and traveling with my family.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 740-0603 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: carrazco@usc.edu

Hello, I’m David. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, those including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. In my free time, you can find me eating a Dodger Dog at Dodger Stadium, eating a churro at Disneyland, or spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy exploring new places and going on walks with my 3 corgis.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 740-3187 | Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: coroneld@usc.edu 

Budget/Business Analyst

Hello, I’m Stephanie. I am the Budget/Business Analyst. When I am not assisting faculty, staff, and students, I enjoy going to Disneyland (or Univeral Studios and Six Flags), cuddling up in bed with my Maltipoo Pug mix Rocky, and binge-watching Modern Family with my family.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 740-6074 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: cuevasst@usc.edu

Director of Administration and Finance

Hi! I’m Anabel and I help support the various departments under CEE including the administrative office, student services, research administration and labs. I also work closely with our faculty and students and act as liaison with Viterbi and central USC. I’m responsible for new hires, space assignments (including PhD offices), facilities and everything else in between. Outside of work I enjoy dancing, USC football and spending time with my family and rescues, Chewy and Pixy.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 740-0606 | Email: anabeld@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Ivan. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, those including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy staying active by playing tennis and roller skating.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 821-4681 | Fax: (213) 744-1426 |
Email: ifletes@usc.edu

Procurement Specialist

Hello, I’m Vanessa. I am the procurement specialist for the Research Administrators. My role primarily involves aiding faculty and staff with reimbursements, purchasing essentials, and managing various other administrative necessities that ensure the smooth operation of our institution.  Outside the office, I am an avid outdoors enthusiast; I enjoy exploring nature's beauty by hiking through Griffith Park and the Santa Monica Mountains. I am a music-goer; I love going to concerts. At home, my love for animals shines through in my care for feline friends.

Office: KAP 200 | Tel: (213) 821-1225 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: wfonseca@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Monida. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, those including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. In my free time, I enjoy camping and exploring the outdoors with my family.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 821-7475 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: hean@usc.edu

Director, CEE Graduate Student Services

Hi I'm Christine Hsieh, Director for Graduate Student Services. I advise our Civil and Environmental MS and PhD students. I enjoy reading (mostly fiction but make a concerted effort to read non-fiction every now and again), cooking and spending time with my family.

Office: KAP 214 | Tel: (213) 740-0573 |  Email: christih@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Maria. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, those including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. I am proud to wear my “RA” hat during the week, but on weekends, I like to spend my time with friends, family and church. I enjoy doing jigsaw puzzles and embroidery projects on my "quiet times" and recently have also been enjoying baking bread.

Office: KAP 215 | Tel: (213) 740-0894 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: mmallari@usc.edu

Hi I'm Maral, I advise students in the Sonny Astani department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Additionally, I help organize alumni panels and work on connecting students with former alumni. I enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family and going to Disneyland!

Office: KAP 214 | Fax: (213) 744-1426  | Email: mlmardir@usc.edu

Hi, I'm Emily and I advise the Civil and Environmental Engineering graduate student population. In addition to advisement, I organize student engagement activities and co-host the department podcast, Be CEEn. When I am not at work, I enjoy crafting, board games, and traveling.

Fax: (213) 744-1426  | Email: tmillard@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Salina and I provide high-level administrative support to the department chair and business manager. I help coordinate faculty affairs including promotions alongside the dean’s office. I also coordinate all department events, maintain department website and newsletter, coordinate and schedule meetings and agenda materials, and manage student workers. My most favorite thing to do is spend time with my family and watch my children grow. I also enjoy traveling and visiting new places.

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 740-0040 | Fax: (213) 744-1426 |  Email: salinapa@usc.edu

Hi! I’m Geraldine and I help manage our undergraduate programs. I advise our undergraduate students on their academic progress and career prospects. I also assist in the development and planning of the department's courses and curriculum. I support our ABET accreditation data collection and review. Outside of work I am usually listening to a history podcast while trying a new baking recipe.

Office: KAP 214 | Tel: (213) 740-0589 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: glorenzo@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Jenny. I manage our department's social media accounts and maintain our website. I use my graphic design and writing skills to create department marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, newsletters, etc. You might also see me in some of our labs or events taking photos for the department. In my spare time, I like reading sci-fi and fantasy novels and doing arts & crafts.

Office: KAP 214 | Tel: (213) 740-7607 |
Email: jenny.peterson@usc.edu

Hello, I’m Chelsea. I assist faculty and their research groups in various areas of research administration, including but not limited to proposal preparation, budget development, account management, financial compliance, payroll projections and set-up, purchasing, reimbursements, and award close-outs. I also assist the Structures and Materials Research Laboratory with purchasing, invoicing, and account management. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and dogs (Jax & Dodger).

Office: KAP 210 | Tel: (213) 821-2905 |
Fax: (213) 744-1426 | Email: tobinc@usc.edu