Carla is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the Wolverine Pathways initiative. Her team works with targeted school communities to provide enrichment and exposures that aim to increase the likelihood that promising young people apply, attend and graduate from the University of Michigan.
Adrienne, a proud advocate for college access, serves as the Associate Director of Wolverine Pathways. She was born and raised in Benton Harbor, MI and received her Bachelor’s degree in Women’s Studies and Sociology from the University of Michigan. She also holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership: Higher Education Student Affairs from Western Michigan University and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education at Michigan State University. Adrienne began her career in education and college access in 2014 as an advisor for the University of Michigan College Advising Corps. Since then, she has remained committed to helping first-generation and underrepresented students prepare for and navigate the transition to and matriculation through higher education. Most recently serving as the Director of Lake Michigan College TRIO Upward Bound Program, Adrienne previously held positions as college academic advisor, student life advisor, academic coach to support first-year transition to college, and college preparatory instructor and consultant for TRIO programs.
Davee is directly responsible for managing business operations in the areas of administration, finance, facility operations, human resources, support services, special events and parent engagement initiatives; and oversees transportation and internships. She manages the administrative team and supports the program director in planning and pacing of high-level special projects and the associate director and senior program manager in streamlining initiatives administratively throughout the department, and is also a member of Wolverine Pathways executive team. She enjoys Wolverine Pathways because the team works diligently on programming, and uses an integrated approach to foster student success; and it is enlightening to see everything come to fruition and to make a difference in the lives of our scholars and families.
Tyra is responsible for supporting the Wolverine Pathways and ODEI Evaluation and Assessment teams in capturing, organizing and storing student and parent information. She has worked to develop effective information systems for educational institutions and non profit organizations since 2013. Tyra is passionate about increasing information system efficiency to increase accessibility for underrepresented communities. Tyra enjoys hiking, exploring cultures through food, and enjoying her hometown Detroit.
Brenda is responsible for Wolverine Pathways’ remote programming outside of Southeast Michigan and is a success coach to scholars in the program. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Studies and Latino Studies from the University of Michigan. Brenda is passionate about supporting underrepresented communities through mentorship and resource sharing to increase generational wealth and knowledge in those communities. She enjoys knitting, Studio Ghibli films, and the great outdoors in her spare time.
Adriana Garcia serves as a program coordinator and success coach at Wolverine Pathways. She was born and raised in Southwest Detroit and graduated with her Bachelors in social work from Eastern Michigan University. Her passions include providing access to college success for youth and implementation of equity and inclusion in underrepresented and marginalized communities. Prior to working at Wolverine Pathways, she was a college access and success coach at a nonprofit organization in Southwest Detroit working hands on with youth to achieve their views on success and generational growth. In her free time, she loves to bake and enjoys experiencing new foods. She also appreciates bird watching and fishing!
Ashley is a program coordinator and success coach at Wolverine Pathways. She was born and raised in West Philadelphia and is enthusiastic about all things Philly, especially the Philadelphia Eagles, Abbott Elementary, and the science of the perfect cheesesteak. Upon graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, she began teaching English, advising, and coaching at K-12 schools in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Michigan while obtaining a Masters of Arts in English. Prior to joining the Wolverine Pathways team, Ashley served as an out-of-school time program director in Detroit and created college preparatory writing curricula for Upward Bound and TEAK Fellowship. With experience teaching students in sixth grade through college, Ashley is passionate about nurturing joy and critical thinking in young people. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting, traveling, gardening, and eating her way through Metro Detroit.
Kiley serves as a College Advisor at Wolverine Pathways. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a sub-plan in Social Work and just recently completed her Masters’ of Social Work from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. Kiley’s deep passion for student support and college access began in 2022 when she served as a College Adviser in Southfield Public Schools through the Michigan College Advising Corps. She finds her joy in caring for and uplifting young people along with yoga, petting strangers’ dogs, dancing, time outdoors, and laughing with loved ones.
Jachin is responsible for providing holistic support to WP alumni scholars by creating a culture of engagement and sharing growth opportunities and resources. Raised on the west side of Detroit, Michigan, Jachin graduated from Southfield A&T High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan. Before his career in education, Jachin worked as a consultant in the financial sector, building his client-facing and communication experience. He is passionate about entrepreneurial innovation and supporting underprivileged youth, allowing him to work diligently within the community and the corporate world. Jachin is also a philanthropist in the Detroit Metropolitan area, founding the Young Brothaz Elite Club, a non-profit youth mentoring program. He is very interested in the fine arts, such as poetry & music, indulging in sports, and spending time with his family.