Diana Galvez

Associate Director, NHC | Co-chair of PACDEI

Diana Galves
Email
Phone
201-360-4608
Office
North Hudson Campus (NHC), Room N702B
Location
North Hudson Campus
Personal Pronouns
She/Her/Ella
Language(s) Spoken
English, Spanish
Nationality
United, States, Dominican Republic
Doctorate
None
Master's
Bachelor's
B.A., Sociology and Anthropology, New Jersey City University
Associate's
A.A., Sociology, Hudson County Community College
Certifications
Hobbies/Interests
Diana is an avid reader, her favorite authors include Paulo Coelho, Julia Alvarez, Sandra Cisnero, and Maya Angelou. She loves to travel, exploring different cultures and lifestyles. And she loves connecting with nature, especially if it is hiking to a water or river.
Favorite Quote
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. - Dr. Maya Angelou
Biography

Diana Gálvez brings over a decade of experience working in higher education. She has worked for the past fifteen years within the realms of student life, student services and academic affairs. Hailing from the Dominican Republic, Diana's story is intertwined with the vibrant tapestry of Hudson County. It was here that she completed her formative K-12 education, igniting her passion for learning. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Hudson County Community College with an Associate of Arts in Sociology in May of 2017. She went on to complete her Bachelor of Arts with New Jersey City University in Sociology and Anthropology in January of 2020, after completing an observational study in New Delhi, Agra, and Ahmedabad, India. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree with Fairleigh Dickinson University in Administrative Science.

Diana is deeply committed to fostering student success at the North Hudson Campus, where she serves as Associate Director, guiding students and connecting them with essential resources. In her role as a CSS Instructor, she prepares students for their college journey and actively encourages campus involvement. Diana also contributes significantly as an advisor for the Latin Society and co-advisor for the Active Minds Chapter of HCCC, creating a supportive and inclusive environment. She leads the social connections and communications subgroup for the JED Campus initiative and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion as co-chair of the President’s Advisory Council for DEI. Additionally, Diana co-facilitates La Hermanidad, a vital support group that offers invaluable guidance to students, faculty, and staff.