Student Success Initiatives (SSI)

Student Success Student Staff

Student Success Initiatives (SSI) provides resources to Pitzer students through resource navigation, mentorship, affinity group support, Student Success Lending Library, and other resources aimed to support students' holistic journey at Pitzer College. SSI works with student and professional staff on initiatives aimed towards First Gen, Transfers, International students, New Resource Students (NRS), and other underrepresented student populations. 

Student Staff

SSI could not operate without our wonderful student staff who are committed to making an impact when it comes to their success and that of their peers. See below for more information and how to contact them! 

Affinity Fellows are the liaisons for their group, acting as the primary point of contact for collaboration inquiries and questions. They facilitate communication and help connect members with resources and opportunities. If you have any questions or would like to explore potential collaborations, feel free to reach out to them via email. 

Assistants play a huge part in the operations of SSI. They can be found in the SSI Mead Hall Lobby should you need navigational support. They also assist assist with SSI programming efforts. 

Initiative Fellows work closely with SSI professional staff in the development of programming, educational opportunities, and support resources. Their initiative projects aim to enhance the student success and well-being initiatives at Pitzer College. 

International Fellows directly support the Pitzer International student community. These individuals are primarily involved in programming that supports international students’ academic and intercultural journey.

New Resource Student (NRS) Fellow is responsible for the advocation and representation of their fellow NRS peers. This includes the planning of community-building events and data-gathering efforts. They serve as a liaison between the NRS community and the Pitzer College administration. 

Transfer Fellows advocate and represent the transfer student population here at Pitzer College. This includes the planning of community-building events and data-gathering efforts. They serve as the liaison between transfer students and college administration. 

Student Support Areas

Affinity Groups

Center for Asian Pacific American Students (CAPAS)

First-Gen

International Students

New Resource Students (NRS)

Student Success Lending Library

Transfer Students

Upcoming Events

PZ Talks Fall 2025

PZ Talks is a bi-annual semi-formal event that provides students with an opportunity to tell their story and share their wisdom by delivering their very own "TED Talk."

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Benson Auditorium

SSI Professional Staff

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Tasmia Moosani
  • Associate Dean of Student Success
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Melissa M. Burrows
  • Assistant Director of Student Success & Operations