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Student Ambassadors
Our Student Ambassadors (tour guides) are here to answer all of your questions about life at CSUSM! Check out their bios below and if you find yourself relating to anyone, send them an email!
Rodrigo Rojas Garfias| Kinesiology Movement Science with a Minor in Educational Studies, Spanish Linguistics
- Bio
Hi, my name is Rodrigo. I am currently a first-year student, I am hoping to use my major and minors to become an athletic trainer and teach high school kinesiology classes.
- Favorite Things To Do
I love going to the beach, spending time with my friends, and listening to music.
- Best Memorie at CSUSM
Going out to surf with the Rec Centers Outdoor Adventures.
- Favorite Spot on CampusThe Rec Center
Faith Carroll | Psychology/ Criminology
- Bio
Hi! My name is Faith Carroll, and I am a second-year majoring in psychology and minoring in criminology. I am originally from the Bay Area, but I am incredibly grateful to be going to school here in San Marcos!
- Favorite Spot on Campus
My favorite spot on campus is Tukwut courtyard or Starbucks!
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My favorite memory has been becoming a CSUSM Campus Tours ambassador!
- Favorite Thing to Do
I love spending time with my family and dog Milo, going to the beach with friends, and having bonfires!
Joshua Armand Escalante | Software Engineering with a Minor in Computer Science
- Bio
My name is Josh, and I am majoring in software engineering. I’m from Hawai’i and I love the beach and fishing. I have been living on campus for the past 3 years, so I’m your guy to ask about on-campus living.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The fifth-floor patio window during sunset
- Best Memory at CSUSMGoing to chow on deck and interacting with various companies and growing my skills in networking!
- Favorite Thing to Do
I love thrifting and collecting Pokémon, magic, and one-piece cards.
Alana Araiza | Kinesiology
- Bio
Hi, my name is Alana. I’m a first-year majoring in kinesiology! I love thrifting and finding new coffee shops. Someday I hope to be a Physical Therapist in the MLB.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Gonzalez Grove, especially in the morning when it’s quiet and I can feel the sun on my face.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
When my roommates and I have dinner and a movie night once a week.
- Favorite Thing to Do
Go to the events that happen on campus like movie night or ASI first night celebration.
Logan Flores | Biotechnology with a Minor in Biological Sciences
- Bio
Hi1 My name is Logan Flores, and I am majoring in biotechnology and receiving a minor in biological sciences. I am in the Pre-Dental club and the TRIO program here on campus.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The eateries
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Having cook offs with my roommates in our dorm.
- Favorite Thing to Do
My favorite things to do are driving, hanging out with friends, relaxing while watching tv, painting, and playing/ watching sports.
Jaeda Todd | Business Marketing
- Bio
Hi, my name is Jaeda! I'm majoring in Business Marketing. My favorite shows are Gilmore Girls and The Vampire Diaries. My Dutch Bros order is a pineapple coconut rebel extra thick and extra sweet.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Starbucks
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Having fun working on campus with my coworkers.
- Favorite Thing to Do
Dutch Bros, beach, nap, and traveling
Hometown
Temecula, CaliforniaDream Job
Work at a software company that betters and forwards our environment towards a cleaner earth.
McEwen Baker | Software Engineering
- Bio
Hi, my name is McEwen. I'm a third year Software Engineering student looking to better my programming skills at CSUSM, while displaying campus pride as part of CSUSM Esports.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My best memory at CSUSM is anytime I get to hang out with friends or roommates on campus in between classes.
Hometown
Escondido, CaliforniaDream Job
Start my own business in personal training or be a coach.
Caleb Wright | Kinesiology & Health Science with a Minor in Business Administration
- Bio
Hi, my name is Caleb. I enjoy spending time with others and being outside. I’m looking forward to using my major to build my own business
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Fith floor in Kellogg Library
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Working with my amazing colleagues at Campus Tours!
- Favorite Thing to Do
Workout, listen to music, and spend time with friends
Jewel Martinez | Business Marketing with a Minor in Communications
- Bio
Hi, my name is Jewel! I am majoring in business marketing with a minor in communications! My dream is to get into Public Relations.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The USU rooftop, especially during sunset. It’s the prettiest spot on campus!
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My favorite memory is going to Festival 78 seeing Rolemodel with my roommates!
- Favorite Thing to Do
My favorite thing to do is go to the beach with my friends.
Daniel Sosa| Human Development with an emphasis in counseling, and a Minor in Spanish
- Bio
Hi everyone! My name is Daniel and I’m a second year at CSUSM. I’m majoring in Human Development with an emphasis on counseling and I hope to one day be either a counselor for schools or families.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The green rooftop patio because I usually relax and hang out with my friends there.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My favorite memory at CSUSM is using the sprinter with my friends to go places.
- Favorite Thing to Do
Watching and playing soccer with my friends. I also enjoy going on runs to stay fit and active.
Hometown
Erbil, IraqDream Job
Immigration lawyer, as an immigrant myself I feel like I could benefit friends and families who have to go through what I went through
Sahand Shahoy | Criminology and Justice Studies
- Bio
I am currently a third year Criminology and Justice Studies major, I do commute to campus as well. I am a part of both the MSA club and Auto Club on campus!
- Favorite Spot on Campus
SBSB building where I get to hang out with my friends when I have free time, it’s basically our mini hangout spot!
- Best Memory at CSUSM
I can’t pinpoint an exact favorite memory, but I have a bunch of fun memories including hanging out at car meets, spending time with the Muslim club at events, and spending summer at work with my co-workers.
HometownOceanside, California
Dream Job
Stage technician for Disneyland.
David Scupien | Theatre Arts
- Bio
Hello there. My name is David Scupien and I am currently a second-year Theatre Arts major. My hometown is Oceanside, California and I have been living there my entire life.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The Activity Center in the University Student Union (USU) building because it is such an amazing place to reward yourself when you finish your last class for the day, just completed an exam, or finished your last homework assignment.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Playing Family Feud at USU Live with my GEL classmates because we got free food and we had a great time bonding with each other.
- Advice
Go to office hours as much as you can when you have any questions related to your coursework because all of our professors are willing to help you, want you to succeed, and achieve your desired career.
Lillie Koch | Communications with a Minor in Management
- Bio
Hi there! My Name is Lillie and I'm a Communications Major with a Minor in Management in hopes to go into the events industry, specifically sports! I’m a very outgoing person so you will probably always see me laughing or dancing, and I love hanging out with my friends. I love anything country (especially music) and my favorite color is baby blue!
- Favorite Spot on Campus
The green roof because I love the view of the city at any time of day.
- Best Memory at CSUSMMy favorite memory at CSUSM is meeting all my new friends at my job at Campus Tours!
- Favorite Thing to Do
Driving, going to the beach, hanging out with friends, trying new food, making Spotify playlists, and going on spontaneous adventures!
HometownLos Angles, CaliforniaDream Job
Immigration lawyer or join the California Border Patrol, CBP.
Johanna Orta | Social Sciences
- Bio
Hi! My name is Johanna and I am a first year Social Sciences-Poli Sci major. I am from a small city about 15-20 minutes from Los Angeles, called Pico Rivera, many may know it for its sport arena dances or for the name "Picolandia", but currently I live on-campus at The Quad.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
My favorite spot on campus would have to be the library study rooms because its quiet and its a place that I can do my work more efficiently.
- Best Memory at CSUSMMy best CSUSM memory would have to be getting lost around campus but finding new ways to get to class.
- Favorite Thing to DoDrive down to Tijuana with my mom or sisters to go visit my uncle and cousins and just going out to explore with them.
Hometown
Vapi Gujrat, IndiaDream Job
Sneh Vinay Mistry | Computer Science
- Bio
I'm a freshman at California State University San Marcos, traveling all the way from India to pursue my bachelor's degree in Computer Science. As an international student, it's been an exciting journey so far, exploring new experiences, cultures, and academic challenges in this vibrant and diverse campus environment
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Kellog Library
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Everyone here is incredibly kind, with genuine warmth that makes you feel welcome instantly. And the views? Absolutely stunning! Every corner reveals breathtaking scenery, like walking through a postcard. It’s the perfect blend of amazing people and picturesque landscapes, creating an experience that’s both heartwarming and awe-inspiring
- Favorite Thing To Do
Cook food, Talk with people, Sleep, And Study ofcourse.
Tristan Bugnot | General Biology
- Bio
Hey everyone, my name is Tristan Bugnot, and I am a first-year biology major! I absolutely love the beach and getting pho with my friends.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Gonzalez Grove to take a nap.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My favorite memory at CSUSM is going rock climbing with my friends and roomies.
- Favorite Thing To Do
oing to the beach and eating out with my roomies
Hometown
Twentynine-Palms, CADream JobRunning my own event planning company
Gianna Bilderain | Business Management/ Entrepreneurship
- Bio
Hello! My name is Gianna, and I am a third-year business major! I am currently focusing on entrepreneurship since I plan on founding my own event planning company with a focus on weddings.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
My favorite spot on campus is Palm Court. I grew up in a city full of palm trees so it’s nice to sit there when I am feeling a little homesick.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
I am Greek life affiliated so my favorite memory at CSUSM is every time I spend time with my sisters. They have become my home away from home.
- Favorite Thing to Do
I love going out to eat and going to the beach with my sisters.
Caitlin Miranda | Social Science
- Bio
Hello! My name is Caitlin Miranda, and I am a Second-year Social Science major. With Social Science, I am studying Communications, Political Science, and Psychology. My hometown is La Verne, CA but during school, I live on campus at the Quad.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
y favorite spot on campus is the patio behind the SBSB building and the Green Roof at the USU.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
IMy favorite memory at CSUSM was orientation when I met my two best friends.
- Favorite Thing to Do
I love to go to the beach and spending money at Barnes and Noble.
Hometown
Coachella Valley, CaliforniaDream JobPsychiatrist at Loma Linda University, along with some kind of editing hobby.
Karen Mendoza | Psychology and Film
- Bio
Hello! My name is Karen Mendoza and I am a first-year Psychology and Film major. I am from the Coachella Valley, where the Coachella fest is held at, however I am currently living on-campus at the UVA.
- Favorite Spot on CampusMy favorite spot on campus is the grass area near the University hall going all the way to the Art Building, it's a really calm and peaceful place.
- Best Memory at CSUSMAs of now, my favorite memory at CSUSM was seeing the view of the city of San Marcos for the first time on the 4th floor of the Academic Hall. It brought me chills, and it made me realize that I made the right decision of attending here, and also that this was the start of my adult life. "
- Favorite Things to Do
Editing, which I have to thank my digital film teacher for showing me the skills and knowledge about Digital production.
Hometown
Dream Job
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Mateo Rivera| Psychology
- Bio
Hi everyone! My name is Mateo and I am a first year here on campus. I am studying psychology and I plan on being a therapist in the future.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
My favorite spot on campus must be Campus Coffee, I really love their banana split smoothie.
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My favorite memory has to be when I ate pizza with the president of CSUSM, that was really cool and she was so sweet.
James Fishel |
- BioHello! My name is James & I’m a third year Electrical Engineering major. I currently commute to campus but used to live at the UVA.
- Favorite Spot on Campus
Kellogg Library
- Best Memory at CSUSM
Late night study sessions with friends and eating hot chicken tenders
- Favorite Things to Do
Get a Mango lemonade at the Campus Coffee Cart
Runda Balegh | Communications and Criminology and Justice Studies
- BioHello! My name is Runda Balegh, I am a third-year double majoring in Communications and Criminology and Justice Studies. I’m originally born in Egypt but lived in San Marcos my whole life. I’m President of my cultural club on campus!
- Favorite Spot on Campus
My favorite spot on campus would be The Makery because it's a great place to relax and study!
- Best Memory at CSUSM
My best memory at CSUSM would be going to the beach and other fun places nearby with friends!
- Favorite Things to Do
I like to play volleyball and spend time with friends.