Lauren Mecucci

Classes: Professor Mecucci teaches General Education Writing (GEW).
Campus Involvement: “I’m currently helping students right now start the Cougar Workout Club,” Professor Mecucci said, also last year she was apart of the Greek council.
Free Time: “I am on two soccer teams … and lots of grading and reading.”
Alumnus: Professor Mecucci completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Cal State San Marcos.
Years at CSUSM: 3
Interesting Fact: “My mom was an immigrant … so English was something my mom struggled to learn, it’s always been a passion of mine to make sure I speak and write English well and help others speak and write English well.” Professor Mecucci said.

Daniel Van Tassel

Classes: Professor Van Tassel teaches mainly Intro to Lit. based courses. “This semester I’m also teaching the second semester of the British Literature Survey and a critical thinking, reading and writing course.” Professor Van Tassel said.
Campus Involvement: “I’m involved mainly with my students, but I like to attend some events when I can.” Professor Van Tassel said.
Free Time: Professor Van Tassel enjoys carpentry and also has a Harley. “I love to read and write. Some people doodle, but I write and read a lot.”
Alumnus: Professor Van Tassel attended college at Saint Olaf in Northfield, Minnesota and got his graduate at University of Iowa.
Years at CSUSM: 5
Interesting Fact: Besides being a Preacher’s kid Professor Van Tassel is one of six brothers and sisters.