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Yosayra F. Solano, Ed.D.

Assistant Dean for Academic Enrichment and EOF Director

Dr. Yosayra Solano is the Assistant Dean for Academic Enrichment and the Director for the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program at the School of Nursing at Rutgers University- Newark.  Dr.


Anyelina Diaz, MA

Associate Director

Ms. Anyelina Diaz is the Associate Director/EOF Manager for the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program at the School of Nursing at Rutgers University-Newark. Ms. Diaz oversees the EOF department’s financial


Lori Van Walters-Truell, BA

Senior Counselor- Special Programs

Lori Van Walters-Truell has worked in higher education for over 40 years.  A graduate of Rutgers University and an EOF alum, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry.


Paula Venable, MA

Senior Counselor- Admissions & Recruitment

Paula Venable has worked with nursing students for over 25 years. Her greatest joy is helping minority nursing students pursue their dream of becoming nurses. Her mission is to ensure


Krizia Ko, MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, CHPN

Developmental Specialist

Krizia Ko serves as the Rutgers School of Nursing EOF Developmental Specialist. In this role, she is responsible for academic monitoring, facilitating group workshops/support classes, the EOF peer tutor program,


Darlene Abreu, BA

Department Administrator

Darlene Abreu serves as the Department Administrator for the School of Nursing Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Program. Darlene has a background as an Account Clerk with the City of Perth