Derrick Tate - Advisor II, TRIO Student Support Services
Contact Information - Derrick Tate, 936-271-6123
Derrick is the Advisor II for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), where he oversees engagement and advising for first-generation students at Lone Star College-Montgomery. Derrick earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from SHSU in 2016 and is a TRIO alumni. With a passion for serving and mentoring, he prides himself on navigating students of underrepresented backgrounds through the process of obtaining a college degree. He has over 7 years of experience working for TRiO, and he is excited to be a part of the TRiO-SSS AIM team.
In his spare time, Derrick enjoys all things ESPN, binge-watching the latest Netflix shows, trying new foods and shameless decompressing (i.e. taking a nap).
Amber Barrett - Part Time Advisor, TRIO Student Support Services
Contact Information - Amber Barrett, 936-273-7284
Amber earned a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Sam Houston State University. She spent several years as a classroom teacher before pursuing a career in Higher Education. Amber recently completed a graduate certification in Academic Advising from Sam Houston State University. She has a passion for education and student success.
In her spare time, Amber enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, trying new restaurants, and traveling to new places.
Isela Jaimes - Staff Assistant, TRIO Student Support Services
Contact Information - Isela Jaimes, 936-273-7032
Isela is the Staff Assistant for TRIO Student Support Services and a current TRIO student at Lone Star College- Montgomery. She will graduate with an associate degree in Human Services and a certificate of a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. Isela plans to transfer to the University of Houston- Downtown to pursue her bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Isela enjoys helping others and is making that skill a career for herself by going into counseling. She identifies with many TRIO students who are not only first-generation students but also full-time parents who endure many sacrifices while enrolled in college.
In her spare time Isela enjoys the outdoors, she loves going to the beach, experiencing new places or restaurants, and spending time with her children.
Marilu Arambula - Specialist III, Peer Support, TRIO Student Support Services
Contact Information - Marilu Arambula, 936-271-6313
Marilu Arambula is a Peer Mentor for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS), where she finds ways to engage with students to participate in campus workshops and events for student success. Marilu is currently working on her associate's degree in business and soon plans to transfer to a university for her bachelor's program. Marilu's life has changed since she began her education at Lone Star College! She has a passion for sharing her success and skills with students to make them aware of the fundamental resources available for them to succeed.
In her spare time, Marilu loves spending time in nature and coaching soccer with her husband and three sons. She also enjoys eating at new restaurants, travelling, and staying at luxurious hotels with her family. One major hobby Marilu enjoys most is eating a piece of cake or some ice cream.
Vickrum Sukhlani - Specialist III, Peer Support, TRIO Student Support Services
Contact information - Vickrum Sukhlani, 936-271-6307
Vickrum is a Peer Mentor for TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) at Lone Star College-Montgomery, where he is pursuing an Associate of Science degree. Vickrum plans to transfer to a Texas University to pursue a bachelor's and master's in computer science. Passionate about helping his peers succeed, Vickrum enjoys guiding students through their academic journey and supporting their personal and professional growth.
In his spare time, Vickrum enjoys spending time with friends, family and engaging with technology. Whether he's playing video games with friends, getting his daily dopamine rush through social media apps, or hanging out with his family, Vickrum finds a balance between his academic pursuits and personal interests.
