Program Director: Sha-Dé Chapman
Office phone number: (310) 338-1905
Email: sha-de.chapman@lmu.edu
Sha-Dé Chapman has taken on the role of the new director of LMU Upward Bound Programs. She has acquired a degree in child development, and human development and a master's degree in education with a specialization in psychology from Pepperdine University. Hailing from Los Angeles, Sha-Dé is dedicated to young individuals' education and college preparedness. She firmly upholds the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in her work as an educational practitioner. Her outstanding contributions to TRiO Educational Talent Search and Upward Bound programs for inner-city youth have been recognized and honored twice by Los Angeles. Among her numerous interests, international travel holds a special place. She has explored various countries, including Mexico, Asia, Nigeria, Dubai, Vietnam, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, she has a rich experience living and teaching abroad in Shanghai, China, from 2015 to 2017. Despite her love for travel, Sha-Dé remains grounded and connected to her family.
Associate Director: Roberto Cardenas Gonzalez
Office phone number: (310) 258-2606
Email: roberto.cardenasgonzalez@lmu.edu
Roberto Cardenas Gonzalez graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Irvine. While at UC Irvine, Roberto played for the first-division soccer team for the first two seasons and conducted research with several professors. Roberto is passionate about working with students and helping them achieve their goals. Additionally, he has worked with TRIO and high school students for over eight years, and is thrilled to continue working with their amazing LMU Upward Bound scholars and team!
Academic Advisor: Lorenzo Wuysang
Office phone number: (310) 338-1905x87564
Email: lorenzo.wuysang@lmu.edu
Lorenzo Wuysang is an Indonesian-born and Inglewood-raised product of Upward Bound and has worked closely with Upward Bound programs since graduating High School. Upward Bound was a transformative experience and without it, he definitely would not be the person that I am today. Lorenzo's life's mission is to be the person he needed when he was younger and to honor those who have helped him along the way. Lorenzo loves writing music and poetry, performing with his band, and leading worship at Church. Trying out new coffee shops is one of his favorite things to do; on the weekends, you can catch Lorenzo at a flea market somewhere in LA hunting for some vintage clothing with an iced oat latte on hand. (unless we have Saturday Academy that day-- in that case, you'll see him on campus!)"
Academic Advisor: Julia Davis
Office phone number: (310) 568-6229
Email: julia.davis@lmu.edu
Julia Davis is a first-generation college student who graduated high school with two AA Degrees. She earned her bachelor's degree from CSU Fullerton in three years and will start her Master of Education at USC this Fall 24'. Julia is from Los Angeles, California; she is a pastor's kid and the founder of a non-profit organization. In addition to her academic achievements, Julia enjoys crocheting and singing; she is the oldest of 7 kids. Julia passionately advocates for marginalized students, ensuring they have the resources to navigate life and the education system. She lives by the motto, "You are more than what you have been through."