Our office is a testament to how crucial it is to have a strong team at the foundation of the work we do. In the world today, many full-time employees end up spending more time with colleagues than they do with their families, meaning the people we work with directly affect how we can affect others. Our office is fortunate in this respect.
Please read on for a peek at who we are, and why we do what we do.
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Erica Moorer
Originally from Michigan, Erica is the Executive Director of Title IX and Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator for CSU Channel Islands. She holds a BA in International Relations from Oakland University, an MS in Student Affairs Counseling from Syracuse University, and is a Nationally Certified Counselor. With over 10 years of experience in Higher Education, Erica holds expertise in student conduct, Title IX, restorative justice (RJ), policy writing, procedures creation and implementation, and prevention education training and workshops. Erica’s passion for Title IX & Inclusion is deeply rooted in her diverse conflict resolution and community engagement background. Erica believes people deserve to be treated with respect on the best and worst days of their lives. This personal philosophy is the grounding principle in her leadership of the Title IX & Inclusion Office and informs the goal to ensure access and transparency throughout the Nondiscrimination process. Erica has an unwavering commitment to the CSUCI community to provide education, training, and prevention workshops to cultivate a safe and inclusive environment for the entire dolphin community. Erica’s personal interests include virtual cooking classes, themed dinner parties, and being a consistent book club member.
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Kaylen Sanchez
Kaylen is the Interim Deputy Title IX Coordinator & Investigator for the Title IX & Inclusion Office. Born and raised in Ventura County, she is a CSUCI Alumna, with a B.A. in Psychology and an M.S. in Criminal Justice and Criminology from San Diego State University. Kaylen has experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research to educate and provide data-informed insights. Before coming back to CSUCI, Kaylen facilitated structured interviews with justice-involved individuals on sensitive topics including homelessness, substance use, and mental health. These experiences have acted as a driving force behind her passion to support members of the dolphin community and help them get connected to available resources. She understands how difficult some conversations can be, which is why she offers a safe space to discuss supportive measures, your rights, and pathways to resolution. In her free time, Kaylen enjoys learning new dinner/dessert recipes, thrift shopping, and watching documentaries.
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Loren Patton
Loren Patton serves as the Case Management & Education Specialist in the Title IX & Inclusion Office. Loren was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. She holds a Master of Social Welfare from UCLA, with a concentration in Social and Economic Justice, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. With a background in clinical social work, crisis intervention, and student support, Loren is passionate about helping individuals navigate difficult experiences. She strives to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where students can learn about Title IX processes, explore their options, and access supportive measures and resources. Grounded in her commitment to social justice and equity, Loren approaches her work with empathy, cultural humility, and respect for each individual’s autonomy. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, listening to podcasts, trying new foods, and going to concerts.