Lisa Riggs
Counselor - Career Services
Full Time
Since 2007, Lisa Riggs has supported Shasta College students through academic counseling, educational planning, transfer advising, and career exploration. As a local high school graduate and first-generation college student who began her own higher education journey at Shasta College, Lisa is passionate about helping students discover pathways that align with their educational, career, and personal goals.
Throughout her years at Shasta College, Lisa has supported students across a wide range of programs. Both earlier in her career and in her current role, she has focused on Interest Area Counseling – Career Services and High School Outreach & Matriculation, and has also served students in:
- General Counseling
- Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)
- California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
- Partners in Access to College Education (PACE) for students with disabilities
- College to Career (C2C)
- TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)
In addition to counseling, Lisa has taught Career Choice and College Success courses and has previously served Shasta College students as a certified California Community College Learning Disability Specialist.
Education
- Adult Learning Disabilities Certificate, California State University, Sacramento
- M.S., School Counseling (PPS Credential), University of La Verne
- B.A., Communication Studies (Organizational Leadership Option), California State University, Chico
- A.A., General Education, Shasta College
My Why
"Helping Others Prosper Educationally"
Advice to Students
Follow your dreams and see your academic counselor often. Get to know your instructors, connect with campus resources and support programs, and take time to explore majors and careers that spark your interest. Keep moving forward!