Latiné/x Recognition Ceremony Award Recipients

Gerardo Marin Faculty Member of the Year Award

Named in honor of Gerardo Marín, distinguished research psychologist, professor of psychology, and university administrator at USF. This award honors a faculty member who dedicates their experience, knowledge, and scholarship to Latiné/x students. This person demonstrates continuous support and dedication to the Latiné/x community at USF. 

• Julio Moreno, College of Arts and Sciences (2025)
• Melisa Garcia, College of Arts and Sciences (2024)
• Genevieve Negron-Gonzales, School of Education (2023)
• Marco Durazo, College of Arts and Sciences (2022)
• Belinda Hernandez Arriaga, School of Education (2019)
• Pedro Lange-Churion, College of Arts and Sciences (2018)
• Kathleen Coll, College of Arts and Sciences (2017)*

The Jason Pender Staff Member of the Year Award*

Named in honor of Jason Pender, a former USF staff member who was driven by social justice values and tirelessly advocated for and with marginalized students at USF. This award honors a staff member working in any area of campus who strives to create an inclusive and equitable environment for all. They embody what it means to be a "person for and with others." 

• Jessica Alva, Student Life - Student Leadership and Engagement (2025)
• Gina Alvarez, School of Nursing and Health Professions (2024)
• Juan Menchaca, Facilities Management (2023)
• Mario Gonzales, Office of Student Housing, Division of Student Life (2022)
• Gladys Perez, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (2019)
• Gladys Perez, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (2018)
• Charlene Lobo Soriano, Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) (2017)*
• Olivia Muñoz, School of Education (2016)*

*In 2016 and 2017, the award was titled: Las Guías: Faculty/Staff Member of the Year Award