Jeffrey S. Navarro Mentorship Program

jeffrey navarroJeffrey S. Navarro graduated from the Environmental Resources Engineering program at Humboldt in December 2014 and tragically died in a car accident a month later. We miss him dearly. Jeff’s family, Rene Navarro and Peggy Bryer, has created another way for us to continue to remember Jeff through the Jeffrey S. Navarro Mentorship Program, which supports 2-3 ERE students per year to serve as mentors to their peers. Jeff was a kind and gentle person who made it easy for folks to be around him, always ready to help and dedicated to finishing his ERE degree.

With this mentorship program, the memory of Jeffrey S. Navarro will help more students obtain their bachelors degree in Environmental Resources Engineering. If you're interested in helping us to continue Jeffrey's legacy of altruism, you can make a contribution to the Jeffrey S. Navarro Mentorship Program Fund here.

Navarro Donor Profile
Forever Humboldt published a Donor Profile on their website, giving a thoughtful picture of Jeff's hardworking and generous spirit as well as a summary of the program. Check it out for more information and some quotes from our founding Navarro mentors, Jax Gill and Jason McMack. 

Former Navarro Mentors 

The Jeffrey S. Navarro Mentorship Program has supported 30 students since it began in the Fall of 2015. Find out more about former mentors and their journey through the ERE program.

2024-2025 Navarro Mentors

Ezra Conley-Proia

E-mail: esc47@humboldt.edu

Bio: Hi, my name is Ezra (he/him), I am currently a third year Environmental Resources Engineering major here at Cal Poly Humboldt. I am originally from Oakland CA then moved here my freshman year and have loved it ever since. A little bit about myself is that I love animals and I have a tuxedo cat here in Humboldt and two more cats and one dog back home in Oakland, additionally in my spare time I love driving along the coast and listening to music. I hope that gives a little insight into who I am and I hope to hear from you

Harkiran Singh

E-mail: hs188@humboldt.edu

Bio: Hey everyone! I’m Harkiran Singh and I’m a student in the ERE program! I am an excited and passionate individual who loves to work in and for the outdoors. I am eager to make a positive impact on students and to form a supportive community within the engineering department! Outside of school, I love backpacking, cooking, and playing video games with my friends. It’s an honor to be part of this program, so let’s have a great year together!

Jennifer Alfaro

E-mail: jra142@humboldt.edu

Bio: Hello everyone! My name is Jennifer Alfaro and I am pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Environmental Resources Engineering at Cal Poly Humboldt.  This will be my second year after transferring from a community college in the Los Angeles area.  I plan to graduate Spring 2026 with a focus in solid waste management and sustainable agriculture. Outside of my academics, I enjoy hiking, swimming, baking, hanging out with friends and family, and anything Disney.  I am very honored to be a part of the Jeffrey S. Navarro Mentorship Program because of the positive impact it has made in my academic career and I cannot wait to do my part.  Please do not hesitate to ask me any questions you may have during the semester.  I look forward to meeting you all!

Celsie Martin

 

 E-mail: cm669@humboldt.edu

Bio: Hey there! My name is Celsa Martin, but most people call me Celsie (cell-see), born and raised in L.A., I transferred from Santa Monica College, Go Dodgers! This is my second year at Cal Poly Humboldt and part of the Engineering department, and first year as Jefferey Navarro Mentor.  Outside of campus I spend my time knitting, cooking, and getting to know this magnificent part of the world. Inside of campus you can find me attending different club meetings, attending various school events and finding a good place to study with some snacks and good music. See you all soon, looking forward to working with y'all! 

 

 

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