Office of the Vice President of Student Services

Ms. Gutierrez-Sandoval joins San Bernardino Valley College with over two decades of experience in higher education administration, having served in leadership roles at institutions such as Long Beach City College, Rio Hondo College, and the University of La Verne. As the Dean of Enrollment Services at Long Beach City College, she oversaw comprehensive student services and implemented innovative initiatives such as the Boys and Girls Club partnership and the Guided Pathways case management program. Her leadership helped to facilitate enrollment growth, stronger collaboration with instructional areas, gains in closing equity gaps, and significant improvements in student success rates.

A passionate advocate for equity and student success, Ms. Gutierrez-Sandoval proudly began her educational journey in community college. She also has local ties as she grew up in the Inland Empire. Her professional background includes extensive expertise across a breadth of Student Services areas such as financial aid, scholarships, veterans' services, international student programs, and strategic enrollment planning. She has also served as president of the California Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators and is a National Community College Hispanic Council Leadership Fellow. Ms. Gutierrez-Sandoval holds a master’s degree in higher education administration from Claremont Graduate University and a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Pitzer College. Her dedication to fostering student achievement and her collaborative leadership style will undoubtedly enhance our efforts to serve our diverse student body.