Cyrus Elia
Social Media & Video Production Manager
With a specialization in music production and a keen eye for detail, Cyrus leads our video production and social media team. He is integrated into our Programs in order to highlight UCEazy’s impact. As a person who understands our students' journey, Cyrus is passionate about the UCEazy mission.
Claudia G
Admissions Expert
Claudia is a high school counselor with 15+ years of experience in successfully guiding students through their high school journey and the college application process. Her career spans across various programs in California, including one of the highest ranked and competitive STEM public high schools in the Bay Area.
Cynthia Darling
Essay Coach
Cynthia has been a high school English teacher in independent high schools for 20+ years. Her treasured role has been guiding high school seniors in writing their college personal statements and supplemental essays. Cynthia has also served as part of the Admissions Committee where she conducted reviews of student writing.
Carmen Livingston
Essay Coach
Carmen is a highly experienced college educator, who has spent 20+ years preparing first generation students for college admissions through personal essay writing. She has worked as a journalist for publications such as The Syracuse Newspapers and has taught courses focused on research-based writing and argument.
Chris Sharp
Admissions Expert
As an Assistant Director of Admission at CMU, Chris received extensive training in majors ranging from computer science, math and engineering. With 16+ years at the university level and elite private high schools, he has a keen eye for how students can differentiate themselves while applying to the most selective majors.
Chris Nielsen
Essay Coach
Chris has been an English teacher for 16+ years working with students in grades 8th through 12th. His strengths include helping students from diverse cultural backgrounds grow their confidence in writing. His approach to coaching supports students in finding their voice and writing a compelling story.
