Kevin J. Rivera Santos BA ’28
Student Coordinator of First Year Experience (New Student Orientation)
Preferred Pronouns: He/Him
Majors: Economics and Political Science
Minor: Data Science
Kevin currently dedicates much of his time at Lewis & Clark College to serving and uplifting the communities that have shaped him. He is a proud Posse Scholar, New Student Peer Mentor, Chair of the Latin & Caribbean Gastronomy Club and Puerto Rican Student Union, ASB Senator, Student Representative on the Budget Advisory Committee, Senator on the Finance Committee, and Leader of the Puerto Rico Immersion Trip Program.
As a Puerto Rican student, Kevin feels that these roles are more than titles—they are opportunities to celebrate his culture, advocate for others, and build meaningful connections across campus. He strives to create spaces where students feel seen, valued, and empowered. Every experience has strengthened his belief that leadership is about service, representation, and creating opportunities for others to thrive.