Alumni Chapters

Black Alumni Chapter

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Lloyd Schine III '98, MA '04, MA '12

Lloyd Schine is the Assistant Director for the Parent and Family Philanthropy department at UC Berkeley, where he connects with donors to support the university's mission. He proactively manages a significant portfolio of leadership and major gift prospects, fostering relationships that provide vital support for the Cal Parents Fund and various campus initiatives. Lloyd holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Business Administration, a Master in Educational Leadership, and a Master of Teaching, from Saint Mary’s College in Moraga.  Lloyd also earned a certificate in Fundraising and Volunteer Management from the UC Berkeley Extension program. Lloyd has over twenty years of professional experience working in Donor and Parent Development, Alumni Relations and Community Relations.  Lloyd also supports his local community through his participation on a number of boards, advisory groups and commissions, including the City of Pleasant Hill Diversity Commission, the Saint Mary’s College Alumni Board of Directors, the Saint Mary’s College Black Alumni Chapter, Black Californians United for Early Care and The Natalie Project.  

Lloyd looks forward to finding new ways to give back to his community by supporting organizations that align with his values of improving education outcomes and social justice initiatives, including leading the Black Alumni Chapter. Lloyd can often be found with his wife Cri, enjoying their twin sons playing in a baseball tournament or band concert.

Latinx Alumni Chapter 

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Gustavo Guardado, Jr. '01, President

Lavender Alumni Chapter 

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Gabriel Welcher '02, MA '05, President

Gabriel Welcher (he/him) transferred to Saint Mary’s from a local community college and graduated in 2002 with a BS in Psychology. He earned a Master’s in Counseling, with an emphasis in School Counseling, in 2005. For the past six years, he has served as a special education administrator, supporting his school district’s most vulnerable students and families. Over his 24 years in public service, Gabriel has focused on creating environments where all students can thrive when their learning needs are met.

Gabriel is a strong advocate for identity-based alumni chapters. He greatly values these chapters' ability to bring alumni together and creating connections with current students.