Gilbert DeLeon

Student Success Coach, Student Services

The newest Student Success Coach at Norco College is Gilbert DeLeon! Gilbert recently transitioned from the Counseling Department to the Men of Color Scholars and Puente programs. He is no stranger to Norco College and the District. He is an RCCD graduate and in the past 20 years, Gilbert has served as a student worker, custodian, college receptionist, and counseling clerk II. He is passionate and committed to helping students achieve their goals and we are incredibly lucky to have such an amazing role model working with our equity programs. Gilbert’s office is found on the 2 floor of the Center for Student Success, next to the Umoja Program.

During his free time, Gilbert enjoys hiking and camping. He recently carried out a 500-mile hike between France and Spain called Camino de Santiago. What an amazing feat!

 

Mustang of the Month - August 2022

Gilbert was selected as Mustang of the Month for the generosity of spirit he brings to his work in the Counseling department. Counseling is a critical step for students as they come to the college for the first time and throughout their entire journey with us through to graduation. Gilbert’s commitment to the core values of the college and his dedication to helping students positively affects thousands of students that come through our doors year after year. His nominator writes, “Gilbert is patient, kind, and is a true practitioner of "students first." He is courteous, knowledgeable, and goes out of his way to assist those in need.” Gilbert is another shining example of the qualities embodied by every Norco College Mustang which make our students feel welcome.