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Diane Nelson (she/her/hers)
College Success Coach

Serving students in the Spokane region and located on-campus at Spokane Falls Community College

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About me:

Degrees earned:

Bachelor’s in Health and Fitness

Master’s of Sport and Athletic Administration

College I graduated from:

Gonzaga University

Why I work at CSF:

For the past 11 years I worked in a college setting, preparing student athletes for college graduation.  Along with playing a Division 1 sport, my role as their coach was to guide them through the college journey, helping them make decisions that would benefit their future after college.  I gained valuable experience helping both high school students, as well as junior college students navigate admissions applications, financial aid processes, and the transition into college.  Beyond the formal aspects of being a college student I had life shaping conversations around changing majors, applying for scholarships, advocating for self, getting a job, balancing school and life, and mental health.  I believe the work CSF is doing is to improve lives and make college attainable for all is invaluable to a thriving society.

What I enjoy doing outside of work:

I love being active outdoors, whether its walking, swinging a golf club, playing volleyball, or scootering in the neighborhood with my two kids and husband.  I also love to thrift shop for anything vintage.

Learn more about Diane in this intro video: