About Dr. Bermea
Dr. Gabriel Bermea is an educator, researcher, and advocate in the field of student success and academic advising, renowned for his work on humanistic advising practices that foster student success, particularly within Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). With over 13 years of experience as an academic entrepreneur, Dr. Bermea has led transformative initiatives that expand access, promote opportunity, and drive success in higher education at both institutional and national levels.
A visiting scholar at the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions, Dr. Bermea’s research emphasizes the importance of inclusive, student-centered advising structures that reflect the unique needs of diverse student populations. His innovative Humanistic Advising model, rooted in principles of growth, resilience, and self-actualization, provides a holistic approach to advising, one that goes beyond academics to support the personal and cultural dimensions of student development.
Dr. Bermea’s publications, including “Advising with Intention: Exploring Academic Advising at Minority Serving Institutions” and “Construir el Camino: How HSIs Design and Deliver Academic Advising”, are foundational resources in the field. These works highlight best practices and transformative models that guide advisors in creating culturally relevant, intentional advising programs that resonate with students from various backgrounds. His research has not only informed advising strategies but has also paved new pathways in understanding the advising needs of Latino students and the evolving role of HSIs in the U.S. educational landscape.
Dr. Bermea frequently presents at national conferences, leads professional development workshops, and consults with institutions to create advising systems that support holistic student success. Known for his engaging speaking style and evidence-based insights, Dr. Bermea provides institutions with actionable strategies to elevate their approach to advising and foster environments where all students can thrive.
