Diego Gonzalez | Director of College Guidance & Alumni Advising
Diego joined Cristo Rey Dallas in 2015 and serves as the Director of College Guidance & Alumni Advising. In this role, he works with students and parents on a group and individual basis to gain an understanding of the college admissions and financial aid process, formalize partnerships with colleges and universities, and lead the college guidance and alumni advising department. Diego also teaches the 12th grade College Seminar course, serves as the CRD National Honor Society Adviser, and works closely with school leadership, faculty/staff, and CWSP to create a college-going culture on campus.
Diego graduated from Texas A&M University (WHOOP!) where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Certificate in College Advising from Columbia University. He is originally from Dallas, TX, and is the middle of 5 siblings. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, his two dogs, exercising, and traveling.
Stephanie Mintz | College Counselor
Stephanie joined Cristo Rey Dallas in 2021 and serves as a College Guidance Counselor. In this role, she helps students explore and select a variety of colleges and universities based on their academic profile and coordinates university representative visits. In addition, Stephanie teaches the 11th-grade College Seminar course. Her favorite Cristo Rey Dallas tradition is Decision Day, where seniors announce their college decision.
Stephanie is a Dallas native raised in Oak Cliff. She is a first-generation college graduate from Texas Tech University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies, and is an Alpha Delta Pi alumna. Stephanie loves listening to podcasts and supporting small businesses. She enjoys adventures with her husband, daughter, and Goldendoodle and creating lifelong memories.
Jonathan Turner | Alumni Advising
Jonathan is a New Orleans native that joined Cristo Rey Dallas in the first quarter of 2022. Jonathan serves as the Alumni Advisor to ensure continuous support is provided to CRD graduates. Being a part of the College Guidance team, he assists with the college admissions process and maintaining relationships with university partners.