Contact Information

Career Services Staff

Cassandra L. Wheeler
Executive Director
cwheeler@tamiu.edu
B.S., Communications, Shepherd College
M.S., Public Administration, West Virginia University
M.S., Industrial Relations, West Virginia University

“As the Executive Director, I provide vision and leadership to the department, coordinating and supervising all activities and programs  of the department.”

Laura Martinez, ‘94
Director of Employer Relations
laura.martinez@tamiu.edu
A.A.S., Fashion Merchandising, Laredo Junior College
B.A.A.S., Interdisciplinary Studies, Texas A&M International University

“My role as the Director of Employer Relations is to establish and maintain employer relationships for the benefit of those seeking employment and or internship opportunities and serve as the primary source of recruiting and career information.”

San Juanita Perez, ‘04 & ‘08
Director of Student Relations
sanjuanita.perez@tamiu.edu
B.A., Psychology, Texas A&M International University
M.A., Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M International University

“As the Director of Student Relations, I provide career counseling services, which includes career exploration, administering assessments, résumé and cover letter reviews, and guidance.”

Jose (Joey) D. Valadez, ‘11
Sophomore Career Counselor
josed.valadez@tamiu.edu
B.A., Biology, Texas A&M University
M.A., Psychology, Texas A&M International University

“As the the Sophomore Career Counselor, I provide career counseling services and personal assessments to help you learn about your personality and interestes. I can help you decide on a major and direct you towards the right career path.Click here to learn more about engaging activities with student support services during your sophomore year at TAMIU."

Josefina Valle
Staff Assistant
josefina.valle@tamiu.edu
A.A. Business Administration, Laredo Community College

“As the Staff Assistant for the office, I can answer questions you have about Dusty Works, such as creating job agents and updating your student employment appliation. I also help recruiters sign up for our job fairs."

Jessica R. McGee, '10
Data and Information Specialist
jessica.mcgee@tamiu.edu
B.A., English, Texas A&M International University

“As the D & I Specialist, my role is to update the websites for the entire Divsion and serve as the social media specialist. Follow us on Facebook, join our LinkedIn Group, and sign up for our text messaging service."

Amanda Torres, ‘10 & ‘13
Career Counseling Intern
B.A., Double Major in Psychology and  Political Science, Texas A&M International University
M.A., Counseling Psychology, Texas A&M International University

“I provide career guidance services to first time freshmen who are undeclared or are undecided about what career they wish to pursue."

Alejandra Leon
Media Intern
B.A., Art with a Minor in Marketing (Industrial Design), Texas A&M International University

“As the media intern, I assist the office in the creating and developing of logos, brochures, presentations, and other digital projects."

Adrian Veytia
Student Employee
B.S., Communications Disorders, Texas A&M International University

“I use my customer services skills to help recruiters, students, and other visitors to the office. I am eager to assist you with questions you have about Dusty Works. I also help the office with data entry, and preparing for the job fairs and workshops. I am so proud to be a Sames Scholarship Recipient!"

Office of Career Services / Office of the Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Student Center 114 • Regular Hours: Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Summer Hours: Monday thru Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Fridays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
TEL 956.326.HIRE (4473) • FAX 956.326.2259 • careerservices@tamiu.edu