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Student Employee of the Month

Introduction / Who Can Submit

Beginning September 2026, the Division of Human Resources will recognize outstanding student employees who make meaningful contributions to their department, colleagues, and the CSUSB community.

This new initiative celebrates the dedication, growth, and positive impact of our student employees while giving an opportunity to share their experiences and the value of student employment at CSUSB.

Each month, exceptional student employees within a pre-designated respective Division will be selected as the Student Employee of the Month.

The selected student will:

    🏅 Receive a $25 Coyote Cash disbursement

    🌟 Be featured in our “Why I Love Working for CSUSB” spotlight

    🎤 Participate in a brief interview about their CSUSB student employment experience

    đź“Ł Be featured through Employment Services communications, including the Employment Services webpage

Every student employee has a story worth celebrating, and this initiative gives us an opportunity to put those stories in the spotlight.

For the initial launch, student assistants serving in the following job classifications will be eligible for nomination: 1860, 1861, 1868, 1872

Advancing the CSUSB Strategic Plan

  • Goal 1: Student Success, Objectives 1.2 and 1.3, through paid, transferable experiences, competency development, career preparation, and student reflection. 
  • Goal 3: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Objective 3.2, through intentional recognition and appreciation that strengthens students’ sense of belonging and connection to CSUSB.

As an administrator, staff, and/or faculty member, it’s your turn to help us shine a spotlight on an outstanding student employee! Do you know a student assistant in job code 1860, 1861, 1868, or 1872 who goes above and beyond? Someone who demonstrates exceptional dedication, supports their team, makes a positive impact, or embodies the spirit of CSUSB? Click this link to learn more about the eight core competencies that support career readiness as defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). 

Month of November - Division of Student Affairs

We are accepting nominations from the Division of Student Affairs between November 01 - November 24. Please follow this link to complete the Qualtrics nomination.

Interview Snapshots

Gabriella Alvarez stands on a blue foreground in front of large “CSUSB” letters; her black shirt reads “College of Social & Behavioral Sciences.”
"Why I Love Working at CSUSB"

October 2026 Student Employee of the Month from the Division of Academic Affairs College of Social & Behavioral Sciences - Dean's Office Gabriella Alvarez, Intelligence and Crime Analysis Major, with a concentration in Cybersecurity. Expected graduation in Fall 2026. Gabriella's nomination reflects her aptitude for leadership, professionalism, and communication.

Read more about Gabriella Alvarez
Aileene Martinez poses beside a campus fountain, wearing a black CSUSB sweatshirt, with trees, benches, and campus buildings in the background.
"Why I Love Working at CSUSB"

October 2026 Student Employee of the Month from the Division of Academic Affairs College of Extended & Global Education Dean's Office Aileene Martinez, Business Administration major with expected graduation in Spring 2027. Gabriella's nomination highlights her strengths in career + self development, communication, and professionalism.

Read more about Aileene Martinez
A male student in a black shirt and khaki pants holds a Coyote hand gesture beside a bronze howling coyote statue on a sunny, tree-lined campus.
"Why I Love Working at CSUSB"

The September 2026 Student Employee of the Month from the Office of the President is Royce Pipkin, Computer Engineering Major, 2nd year with expected graduation in year 2028. Royce's nomination highlights his strengths regarding communication, professionalism, and teamwork. 

Read more about Royce Pipkin
A female student in a white shirt and brown pants holds a Coyote hand gesture beside a bronze howling coyote statue on a sunny, tree-lined campus.
"Why I Love Working at CSUSB"

The September 2026 Student Employee of the Month from the Division of Human Resources is Carol Ghraizi, Marketing major, 3rd Year with an expected graduation of Fall 2027. Carol's nomination reflects her aptitude regarding communication, teamwork, and technology. 

Read more about Carol Ghraizi

Want to be part of the Pack?

Visit our Job Opportunities webpage to view current student employee opportunities, including both regular and Federal Work-Study positions. We also have a page for applicant frequently asked questions.