From Vet Assistant to NAU Yuma's Enrollment Leader: Marcy Hurtado's Journey to Enhancing Local Education

Marcy Hurtado transitioned from a veterinary assistant to the director of enrollment management at NAU Yuma after an incident where she was bitten by a dog. This event made her reconsider her career path, leading her to the field of higher education, with a focus on student services and enrollment management.

At NAU Yuma, Hurtado oversees the YES program, which helps students move from high school to community college and then to NAU. The program is a joint effort among various educational institutions and provides a range of support services including recruitment, admissions, academic advising, and career development.

Hurtado's daily tasks include working with community partners and teams within and outside the university to improve students' educational experiences. She leads the Yuma Statewide Services Team, playing a key role in supporting students' academic and career progress.

Hurtado, a first-generation college student, is driven by a personal understanding of the obstacles students may face. Her dedication to student advocacy and success is influenced by her own experiences and her family's sacrifices growing up in a low-income, rural area.

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