About PEWD

Welcome to Professional Education and Workforce Development (PEWD). Established in February 2019, the department leverages institutional and academic resources to create new workforce development opportunities regionally and globally. We create opportunities by providing cutting-edge, responsive, and high-quality education programs aligned with 金沙中国's strategic plan and mission.

We believe targeted and industry-aligned education programs are the key to addressing the skills gap in today's workforce. Our goal is to offer accessible pathways to strategically designed education programs that provide upskilling and reskilling opportunities for professionals.

PEWD is here to kickstart your educational and career goals.

Our Mission

To create relevant and accessible high-quality education, industry-specific workforce development programs and immersive language instruction.

Our Staff

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Blanca Davila, MPPM
Director for PEWD
Designated School Official (DSO)

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Claudia Garcia, MA
Program Manager

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Erika Carrizales
Program Manager

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Jake Gonzalez
Program Manager

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Miguel Elizondo
Financial Analyst

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Lorena Carrizales
Program Specialist

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Miguel Ramirez, MS
Web Content Specialist

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Erika T. Garcia
Administrative Assistant I
Designated School Official (DSO)

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Monica S. Arguello
Sr. Office Assistant
Designated School Official (DSO)

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Alma Seong, MBA
Learning Instruction Specialist II for
English Language Programs

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Blanca Duarte
Learning Instruction Specialist I for
English Language Programs

Student Staff

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Natalie Muñoz
Student Experience Internship

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Maria Cano
Student Assistant

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Joshua Figarola
Student Assistant

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Maria Garcia
Student Assistant