Dream Success Center Staff

Diana Rea Flores, M.A.
Coordinator, Dream Success Center 

dianarea@csufresno.edu | 559.278.1554

Diana was the first in her family to attend college. She graduated from Fresno State with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration and a Master’s in Higher Education, Administration, and Leadership. As a first-generation college student, she knows first-hand the challenges students face and uses her experiences to help others succeed.
Her goal is to grow the Dream Success Center, offering support and advocacy to undocumented students.

Fun Fact: Diana loves strenuous hikes that challenge her both physically and mentally. 

Favorite Quote: "In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." -Abraham Lincoln

Evelyn Arciga Reyes
Graduate Assistant,  Dream Success Center
B.A Sociology | M.S Student Affairs and College Counseling/PPS Credential

dreamsuccess@mail.fresnostate.edu | 559.278.8203

Evelyn is a first-generation college student and current graduate student at Fresno State, pursuing her master’s in Student Affairs and College Counseling, along with her Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Drawing from her own experiences, she is committed to helping students navigate college life by sharing resources and tools for success. Evelyn enjoys connecting with students and empowering them to reach their full potential as they pursue their education and future goals.

Fun Fact: Evelyn enjoys shopping and spending time with her family on her free time.

Favorite Quote: "It does not matter what others are doing, it matters what you are doing." 

Karla Blas Rodriguez
Peer Mentor,  Dream Success Center
B.A Liberal Studies

dreamsuccess@mail.fresnostate.edu | 559.278.8203

Karla is a proud first-generation college student and transfer from Fresno City College, now pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies at Fresno State. Guided by mentors who have supported her throughout her journey, she values the impact of mentorship and hopes to share that same encouragement with other students.

Her goal is to help students feel supported, build the skills they need, and connect with resources that will help them succeed both academically and personally.

Fun fact: Karla used to dislike cats, but now she’s a proud cat mom to four—Beans, Cloudy, Luna, and Mink Minks.

Favorite Quote: "You only live once."