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Regina Hernandez ’17

Admissions Counselor

Biography

Counselor For

Domestic First-Year students from the following California counties: Alameda, Alpine, Amador, Butte, Colusa, Contra Costa, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba.

Advice for Prospective Students

Remember that everyone is starting this journey the same way. Be yourself and dare to explore! Getting involved is the best way to learn about others and about yourself.

Why I Chose Menlo

Menlo has a way of making things feel personal from the start. I still remember receiving a letter from Ruth Gordon, my admissions counselor at the time—it made me feel seen before I even arrived. Menlo became more than a college experience; it was a real stepping stone into the world, giving me the space to grow, find my voice, and feel supported every step of the way.

My Favorite Things to Do in the Surrounding Area

Eating at Cafe Borrone.

My Favorite Spot on Campus

The Russell Center Garden! – Once the garden is blooming it is the perfect weather indicator for our students to graduate and meet their families and support system. Besides having a nice place to be, it reminds me about life and its seasons and how we as humans can operate the same.

Fun Facts About Me

I have lived in 7 different cities across 2 countries—ask me about it! I am also obsessed with music and it has taken me abroad for both work and fun. Currently a charitable cheerleader for a non-profit organization (:

Campus Resources I Believe are Especially Valuable for Students