Manuel earned a bachelor’s degree in business from the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico City.  He has dedicated over 14 years to Mendocino College, beginning in the HEP Program as an Outreach Specialist, guiding students toward their high school equivalency diplomas. After a few years, Manuel transitioned to the First Year Institute Program as an Outreach Specialist where he assisted students with the college matriculation process. After 5 years, he returned to the HEP Program for a year before transitioning to his current role as an Outreach and Support Specialist.  Manuel is passionate about helping the community.