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Home Country

Bakersfiled, CA

Dream Job
NICU Nurse

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Jayla Rogers | Kinesiology

• Bio

  Hello! My name is Jayla Rogers, and I am a first year Kinesiology major here at California State University San Marcos. I currently live on campus, and am in a sorority. In my free time, I enjoy practicing yoga!

• Favorite Spot on Campus

  Palm Court
  
  

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø
  Going to the beach with my roomies

Hometown

Ontario, California

 

Dream Job

My dream job is to be a diplomat or an international lawyer. 

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Rachel Zarate-Sanchez | Global Studies & Economics

• Bio

  Hello! My name is Rachel Zarate-Sanchez and I am a first-year Global Studies and Economics major. I am originally from Ontario, CA. but now live here on-campus at the Quad.

• Favorite Things To Do

  I love going to the beach, spending time with my friends, and listening to music. 

• Best Memorie at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  My favorite memory here at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø so far has been frequently going to the beach with my friends.

• Favorite Spot on Campus
  My favorite spot on campus would definitely be the 4th floor of the library as the view is amazing.
• Advice
  My biggest advice to new students would be to stay organized and create a set schedule. It's often hard to balance school and social life in college and having a schedule helps a lot.

Hometown

San Fernado, Valley, California

Dream Job

I plan to go to law school to become a corporate lawyer.

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Emma Farias | Political Science

• Bio

  HIIII COUGARS!!! My name is Emma Farias. I am a sophomore, a Political Science major, and I live at the UVA here on campus. I am a part of student government also known as ASI, and ±õ’m the representative for the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral, and Social Sciences.  I love going to the gym, kickboxing, dancing, and hanging out with my friends and roommates.  

• Favorite Spot on Campus

  My favorite spot on campus is the ASI office because I love to hang out with my friends who are also part of student government.

   
• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø
  Going to the gym with my roommate or friends.
• Advice
  Meet as many people as you can by joining clubs and going to events. Mostly everyone here is really friendly, you just have to make the effort to introduce yourself to them.:)

Hometown

Cherry Valley, CA

Dream Job

NSA Cyber Security

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Owen Hobson | Computer Science

• Bio

  I am a first year on campus and I live in the uva. I am looking to compete in the campus hackathon and get involved with the cyber security companies in the area.

• Favorite Spot on Campus

  The patio on the library

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  Having fun working on campus with my coworkers.

• Advice

  My advice is get involved! The more you know about campus, the more comfortable and easier it will be to navigate throughout your time at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø. Talk to people and don’t be afraid to make new friends.

• Favorite Thing to Do

  Go to the beach or local mountains to go hiking.
  
  

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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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø, while displaying campus pride as part of ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø Esports.

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  My best memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø is anytime I get to hang out with friends or roommates on campus in between classes. 

• Advice

  Make connections with as many people as possible on campus! You never know if a classmate, professor, or staff member will give you a cool opportunity!

Hometown
Erbil, Iraq

Dream 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 

 

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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, ¾±³Ù’s basically our mini hangout spot! 

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  I ³¦²¹²Ô’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.  

Hometown

Oceanside, California

Dream Job
Stage technician for Disneyland.

 

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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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  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.

Hometown

Los Angles, California

 

Dream Job
 Immigration lawyer or join the California Border Patrol, CBP.

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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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø
  My best ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø memory would have to be getting lost around campus but finding new ways to get to class.
• Favorite Thing to Do
  Drive 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, India

Dream Job

 

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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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  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.

Hometown
Twentynine-Palms, CA

Dream Job

Running my own event planning company 

 

 

 

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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 ¾±³Ù’s nice to sit there when I am feeling a little homesick.  

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  I am Greek life affiliated so my favorite memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø 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. 

   

Hometown
La Verne, CA

Dream Job

 

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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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  IMy favorite memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø 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, California

Dream Job

Psychiatrist at Loma Linda University, along with some kind of editing hobby.

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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 Campus
  My 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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø
  As of now, my favorite memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø 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
Lake Elsinore, CA

Dream Job
Being a Psychologist in a University setting. .

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Ximena Arana | Psychology

• Bio

  Hi everyone! My name is Ximena, and I'm a third-year psychology major looking to get my PhD after I receive my bachelors. I studied at MSJC and graduated with my Associates of Arts before transferring to our wonderful campus! 

• Favorite Spot on Campus
  The Veteran’s Center! Although ±õ’m not veteran affiliated, I like to hang out there because ¾±³Ù’s quiet and comfy, it helps when I’m trying to study in nice weather
• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø
  Walking around campus for the first time and experiencing the excitement of starting somewhere new. Seeing how beautiful the campus is always gives me such warmth at knowing I am here! 
• Dream Job

  Read and find new cute areas on campus.

Hometown 

Long Beach, California 

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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  My favorite memory has to be when I ate pizza with the president of ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø, that was really cool and she was so sweet.  

Hometown 

Almo, Idaho 

Dream Job

 

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Alex Shilling | Psychology

• Bio

  Hi! My name is Alex and I am studying psychology. This is my second year here and I live off Campus. My goal after college is to be an online therapist so that I can travel at the same time.  

• Favorite Spot on Campus

  The makery in the library.  

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  Playing volleyball with my friends at campus recreation.

• Favorite Things to Do

  I enjoy going to the library with my friends to do homework. 

Hometown 

El Centro, California 

Dream Job

 

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Kimberly Aguirre | Criminology and Justice Studies with a Minor in Psychology

• Bio

  Hi, my name is Kimberly Aguirre, I am a Second-Year Criminology Major. I would like to become a Criminal Psychologist in the future.

• Favorite Spot on Campus

  The library, I like to study there or have quiet time!

• Best Memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  There are so many good memories that I have here at this school, I think my favorite would have to be meeting all my friends here!

Hometown 

San Fernando Valley, California 

Dream Job

Automotive Designer

 

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James Fishel | 

• Bio
  Hello! My name is James & ±õ’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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  Late night study sessions with friends and eating hot chicken tenders 

• Favorite Things to Do

  Get a Mango lemonade at the Campus Coffee Cart 

Hometown 

San Marcos, California 

Dream Job

Attorney

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Runda Balegh | Communications and Criminology and Justice Studies

• Bio
  Hello! My name is Runda Balegh, I am a third-year double majoring in Communications and Criminology and Justice Studies. ±õ’m originally born in Egypt but lived in San Marcos my whole life. ±õ’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 ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø

  My best memory at ±¬ÁÏÉçÇø 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.