Advisor Team

The Goal of our Advisor Team is to help engaged students maximize their potential through comprehensive planning and guidance. Our Advisors are committed to the success of the students in our network, ensuring that they are able to achieve academic excellence and engage in fulfilling opportunities.

Verita Molyneaux

Verita's experiences show that she is dedicated to the wellness of those that seek her counsel. She is a seasoned lawyer, admitted to practicing in the states of New York and California.

St. John’s University School of Law, J.D., 2003.
DePaul University, B.A., Psychology, Minor in Business, 1996.

Cindy Chung

Cindy is a highly-passionate educator who puts students first. She hopes to leverage her experience as a teacher to guide students on a path to success and develop their love for learning.

New York University, M.A., Childhood Education, 2018.
San Francisco State University, B.A., Liberal Studies, 2014.

Eva Chiu

Knowing what it takes to succeed is something that Eva hopes to convey to students that seek her advice. With her practice as an educator, there is no doubt that she will create great opportunities and learning experiences for the students in our program.

Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Master of Architecture, 1999.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, B.A. Architectural Design, 1994.

Antonio Lao

As a highly experienced instructor in the area of Architecture at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the University of California at Berkeley, Antonio is well aware of the path that international students of the arts must pursue. He hopes to make positive impacts with these students and guide them toward a successful future.

University of California, Berkeley, Master of Architecture, 1987.
University of California, Berkeley, Eisner Prize, 1986

Stacey Lui

With a strong background and global experience working with international professionals, Stacey provides the communication and analytical skills needed to assist future leaders. Her daily interaction with international experts equips her with the cultural knowledge required to provide valuable advice to students who wish to excel in both their educational path and future professional fields.

San Francisco State University, B.S., International Business, 2014.
City University of Hong Kong, Foreign Exchange Program, 2012.

Connie Xie

Connie is an all-around professional who has a diverse skill set acquired from working in project management to an international education program advisor. Her experience working with youth in grades K – 12 and college students well equips her to understand students from all developmental levels, thus appropriately providing support and advice to guide students on their journey towards academic success.

San Francisco State University, B.A., Communication, 2014.
City University of Hong Kong, Foreign Exchange Program, 2012.

Samantha Chang

Over the course of her career, Samantha has worked with students across all levels of education. Her passion for education is rooted in helping others find their voice and power. She is excited to provide advice and mentorship to the student body!

University of California, Santa Barbara, M.A. Education, 2019.
University of California, Santa Barbara, B.A. Sociology, 2017.
International TEFL Academy, Certificate to Teach English as a Foreign Language.

Connie Malone

Connie is a caring and compassionate person that hopes to make great impacts on the next generation of learners. With over thirty years of professional experience in advising at San Francisco State University, Connie will ensure that students that knock on her door are on a path to success.

San Francisco State University, M.A., Education, 1991.
State of California Teaching Credential: Adult Education.
San Francisco State University, B.A., Anthropology, 1983.

Richard Lin

Richard is a physician scientist highly experienced in biomedical research and teaching, and treating cancer patients. He especially wants to offer his experience and advice to our students interested in learning more about careers in medicine and scientific research. Richard works exclusively with these students in our program.