The Student Engagement team is here to support students with CBA Advantage!
Email: CBAAdvising@lmu.edu
Office: Undergraduate Programs Suite in Hilton 200
Meet the Team
Jackie Leung, M.A. '14, MBA '23
Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Student Success
Hilton 200H, 310.338.3919, jacqueline.leung@lmu.edu
Jackie oversees the co-curricular elements of the student experience within CBA. She is the lead for CBA Advantage, works closely with student organization leaders, and focuses on CBA’s student engagement within the college and across campus. Jackie works alongside the assistant dean of undergraduate programs to manage the CBA undergraduate student experience. Her goal is centered on ensuring that students have access to all the resources and opportunities to be successful in their educational journeys. Jackie earned an undergraduate degree in international business from the University of Denver and both an M.A. in urban education and MBA from LMU. Off the bluff, you can find Jackie swimming in the pool or ocean as well as exploring LA’s food scene with her husband and two dogs, Jiko & Honu.
Vanessa Jimenez
Student Engagement Advisor
Hilton 200, 310-338-2731, vanessa.jimenez@lmu.edu
Vanessa is the student engagement advisor for the Undergraduate Programs and Student Engagement Office in the College of Business Administration at LMU. She supports students in their CBA Advantage journey and connects them with engagement opportunities. Vanessa earned her bachelor’s degree in child development from Cal State Northridge, where she worked as a program coordinator for the Music Department. She loves working in a university environment and being part of a community that empowers students in reaching their goals! Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys running and completing 5Ks with her three younger brothers.
Walter Bridgewater '27
CBA Advantage Ambassador
Walter is a senior screenwriting major with a minor in business administration, supporting the Undergraduate Programs and Student Engagement Office as a CBA Advantage Ambassador. He enjoys contributing to the program's backend operations, particularly managing Suitable submissions and supporting the execution of marketing campaigns. Expected to graduate in the Class of 2027, Walter is pursuing a career in the entertainment industry with the goal of becoming an entertainment executive.
Nikki Matsu '29
CBA Advantage Ambassador
Nikki is a sophomore business undeclared major, leaning toward marketing with a minor in advertising. She was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She is thrilled to be a CBA Advantage Ambassador, where she contributes to CBA by bringing her creative marketing and advertising skills and helping new and current business students with their co-curricular journeys. Outside of academics, Nikki enjoys beauty and makeup, exploring new trends and products, and applying her interest in marketing to gain new skills. After graduating from LMU, Nikki aims to become more involved in the beauty industry in advertising or PR.
Tiana Nahhas '27
CBA Advantage Ambassador
Tiana is a senior accounting major. Born in Los Angeles and having grown up across the Middle East, Tiana brings a multicultural perspective to her academic and professional experiences. She hopes to become a CPA and pursue a career in audit after graduation. A fun fact about Tiana is that she speaks four languages and loves meeting people from different cultures and backgrounds.
Devin Nieto '27
CBA Advantage Ambassador
Devin is a senior accounting and marketing double major from the San Francisco Bay Area. He has been part of the CBA Advantage Ambassador team since January 2025 and loves CBA Advantage for the opportunities to get involved beyond the classroom through clubs, conferences, and career treks. A fun fact about Devin is that he loves interior design and architecture and is always looking for inspiration in the spaces around him. After graduation, he hopes to work in residential or commercial real estate, helping create third spaces that bring people together and make communities feel more connected!
Genesis Urrutia '30
CBA Advantage Ambassador
Genesis is a first-year finance major from Naples, Florida. She is driven, curious, and always seeking opportunities to grow both professionally and personally while building meaningful connections. A fun fact about Genesis is that she loves watching 2010s shows/movies. After graduation, she hopes to establish a strong career in finance and eventually take on leadership roles where she can use her skills to make a real-world impact.