Meet the Career Services and Workforce Development Team

Eileen is dedicated to the career and professional development of diverse students and alumni.  She is an innovative leader in designing career success programs and services that reach broadly across campus and facilitate meaningful pathways and engaging connections to all stakeholders.  She has significant experience enhancing and facilitating meaningful employer partnerships.  Eileen is committed to building career communities and facilitating opportunities that change futures for the better.

Kass is a double alum of UNLV, holding both a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s of Education. With a passion for empowering individuals to design fulfilling lives and careers, Kass currently serves as the Director of Career + Life Design at UNLV, guiding students and community members in discovering their strengths, interests, and true potential.

Kass’ dedication extends beyond the university walls. For over 2.5 years, they gained valuable experience helping job seekers at MAANG companies (Amazon, Google, Meta) through a tech startup, providing expert career coaching and operational leadership, and igniting success stories. Their commitment to social impact is also evident in their previous work with nonprofits, supporting individuals in achieving certifications in IT/Cybersecurity, medical coding and billing, phlebotomy, and other blue-collar professionals to achieve their goals. Kass has also worked with local Las Vegas organizations, such as the Just One Project, providing career and professional development training and support.

Driven by a desire to uplift others, Kass volunteers as a crisis counselor with the Trevor Project, extending emotional support and community to LGBTQ+ youth in need. Recognizing the importance of community, they actively support small businesses and cheer on Las Vegas’s pride and joy – UNLV athletics and the Las Vegas Aces.

In Kass’ life, there’s a beautiful synergy between passion and purpose. As the Director of Career + Life Design, they empower individuals to chart their own course, build meaningful careers, and create lives that resonate with their deepest aspirations.

Lyndsi Pace oversees operations, data, assessment, and Handshake support for UNLV Career Services and Workforce Development. She is a Las Vegas native, and she is passionate about career development and UNLV student success.

Before transitioning to higher education, Lyndsi worked in nonprofits arts management for 10 years and retail management for two years before that. She has a bachelors in Entrepreneurship from Brigham Young University and a masters in Arts Administration from Boston University.

In her free time, Lyndsi volunteers with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Southern Nevada by teaching classes and facilitating support groups.

If you need any help with your Handshake account, please reach out at lyndsi.pace@unlv.edu.

Dr. Chris Hughes serves as a Career and Life Design Specialist with UNLV Career Services.
He is an expert in career related subjects like resumes, cover letters, interviews, job and
internship searching, and career exploration and loves to talk to people about their career dreams.
He has worked with many diverse students and groups including: students with disabilities,
LGBTQ+, first generation, minority students, veterans, and international students.

Originally from Southern California, he moved to Las Vegas in order to study at UNLV where
he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. After working in Risk Management for a
few years, he decided to continue his education and moved to Pennsylvania where he got his
Master’s degree in Counselor Education with an emphasis in Career Counseling at Penn State.
He decided to continue his education at Penn State and completed his PhD in Counselor
Education and Supervision before moving back to Las Vegas and returning to UNLV.

AJ Angulo is a dedicated professional with three degrees in psychology, including a recently earned Master’s of Science from Arizona State University. Known for a student-focused approach, AJ tailors advice to meet the unique needs and circumstances of each individual.

AJ’s diverse background spans teaching, government work, and student support roles, offering a well-rounded perspective that benefits those seeking career guidance. With a commitment to helping others achieve their goals, AJ leverages this wide-ranging experience to provide practical, actionable advice and support.

If AJ could give all students one piece of advice, it would be to get involved at the university as much as possible—whether through clubs, internships, or events—to build connections and discover opportunities that align with their goals. This not only helps nurture your mental health but also increases your chances of success when you graduate and transition into the professional world.

Caitlin is an Online Career & Internship Coordinator with UNLV Career Services & Workforce Development. With over 10 years of experience in coaching students and professionals from diverse backgrounds, she finds great joy in facilitating students’ self-discovery process as they clarify their goals and how to achieve them.

She specializes in career coaching UNLV’s online students, though she is available to meet with on-campus students as well. She also focuses on coordinating internship opportunities and managing the online communication about the career-focused tools and resources available to UNLV students and alumni.

Caitlin earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton, and a master’s degree in Leadership Development from Chapman University. While she pursued her master’s degree, she also worked at Chapman University’s Career Development Center for two years, helping students choose their majors, explore potential career paths, and apply to jobs, internships, and graduate programs.

In addition to coaching, Caitlin has also spent a combined 10 years working in a variety of industries, such as marketing, publishing, entertainment, aviation, and hospitality. She has had so much fun learning and growing along her career path and can’t wait to help the students and alumni of UNLV do the same.

Mikayla Harris is a Las Vegas native who has spent her entire life in the city. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from UNLV and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Passionate about helping others, Mikayla is eager to learn about students’ career goals and support them on their journeys.

Ingrid Pauline de Oca is a Filipina immigrant currently pursuing her second bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with double minors in Global Entrepreneurship and Creative Writing. She previously earned a degree in Nutrition Sciences from California Polytechnic University, Pomona, and worked in the health field for three years before deciding to follow her passion for art and design. She aims to use her creative talents to collaborate with other creators and produce visual art that resonates with and inspires others. Fun fact: She has lived in seven states! 

Antoinette Hurtado is a career Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. Department of State with 19 years of service. She also has a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion and has mentored and coached students and young professionals from underrepresented groups throughout her career. She currently serves as the Diplomat in Residence regional recruiter for Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Antoinette has served overseas as a political officer at the U.S. Embassy to Australia in Canberra; as a consular officer at the U.S. Consulate General in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; as the Special Assistant to the Director of Communications and Public Diplomacy at the U.S. Embassy to Afghanistan in Kabul; and as the Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Embassy to the Holy See in Rome.

Antoinette also has served in several assignments in Washington, DC. She was the Course Coordinator for Policy, Planning, and Resources Training in the Public Diplomacy Division at our training facility, the Foreign Service Institute. She was a Lawrence Eagleburger Fellow working in the Marketing Department of celebrity chef José Andrés’ restaurant company, ThinkFoodGroup.  Before her Fellowship, she was the Acting Office Director in the formerly-named Bureau of International Information Programs’ Office of Public Engagement, managing teams working on digital public engagement campaigns with youth networks in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

She also served in the 24/7 Bureau of Intelligence and Research watch office and as an advance officer for the Secretary of State, arranging overseas and domestic travel programs and logistics.

Antoinette earned a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University and a Master in Public Policy from Harvard University.  She has studied Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), and Italian.

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