PAC MEN

PACMEN is Palo Alto College’s premier male empowerment group, designed to assist males of color to pursue their academic endeavors through quality mentorship by focusing on key elements such as empowerment and resilience. Participation is encouraged for all male students who seek to empower their community for leadership and success.

As a PACMEN member, students will gain access to a network of like-minded individuals and professionals who support their academic endeavors. Events hosted by PACMEN include professional networking opportunities and topics ranging from relationship building to mental health awareness. PACMEN students will also be able to participate in leadership opportunities such as focus committees, symposiums, and special skill trainings.

Mission

The PACMEN mission is to provide mentorship and foster a sense of belonging that will empower men to excel in higher education and become resilient leaders who serve Palo Alto College and our community.

Benefits

Benefits of being a PACMEN student include:

Personalized Mentor
Networking Opportunities
Social Event Gatherings
Specialized Workshops
Skill and Character-Building Workshops
Guest Speakers
Volunteer Opportunities

Meet our Committee

Fernando Acevedo
Palomar College (AA), California State San Marcos (BA), University of Texas at San Antonio (M.Ed./MPA)
College Tip: “If you aren’t in over your head, how do you know how tall you are?” – T.S. Elliot

Selso Casares
Palo Alto College (AA), University of Northern Iowa (BA), University of Texas at San Antonio (M.Ed.)
College Tip: Never be afraid to ask questions at Palo Alto College, we are here to help you succeed.

Isaac Salazar
Texas A&M University (BS), University of Texas at San Antonio (M.Ed.)
College Tip: Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when to ask for help, and brave enough to ask for it.

Shawn Steven Melendes
Palo Alto College (AS), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (BBA), West Texas A&M University (pursuing M.Ed.)
College Tip: “It’s hard enough to find an error in your code when you’re looking for it; it’s even harder when you’ve assumed your code is error-free.” – Steve McConnell

Edward J (EJ) Moreno Jr.
Palo Alto College (AA), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (BS), Concordia University (pursing M.Ed.)
College Tip: Good, better, best. Never let it rest. Until your good is better and your better is best.

David Mancha
Palo Alto College (AA/AAS), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (BAAS), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (MBA)
College Tip: Grow through what you go through.

Omar Chavira
University of Texas at San Antonio (MS)
College Tip: Just changed your life! Boom!

Adam O. Rodriguez
St. Philips College (AA), Our Lady of the Lake University (BA), University of Texas at San Antonio (M.Ed.)
College Tip: College can be difficult mentally physically, and emotionally. You will face new challenges and will start to question things that you previously knew. Do not fear these changes; rather embrace them! Change is the only way we can become better people and create a better future. Understand that you are not alone in this journey. Seek advice from those that have been in your same situation and are here to help you succeed.

Jose D.C. Vega
Palo Alto College (AA/AA), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (BA), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (pursuing MA)
College Tip: Poco a poco; un poquito se convierte en mucho.

Edward Sanchez
Texas A&M University – San Antonio (BBA), Texas A&M University – San Antonio (pursuing MBA)
College Tip: You are not alone. The Palo Alto College faculty and staff are here to help you. Everyone needs help every now and then. You just have to ask.

Dominic Vasquez
University of Texas at San Antonio (BA), University of Texas at El Paso (MFA)
College Tip: Out of ash; I rise.

Contact Information:

Fernando Acevedo
Coordinator for Student Success

Location:
Ozuna Library and Learning Center

Phone:
210-486-3189