Student Employee of the Month

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.

Why you enjoy working at CSUSB?
For Aileene, the most rewarding part of working at CSUSB is the welcoming environment and the meaningful relationships she's developed with colleagues across different departments. She appreciates the teamwork, encouragement, and support she's received throughout her employment experience. “From the very first day, I just felt part of the team.”

What opportunities have your student employee position provided?
Aileene's position has allowed her to take on a variety of responsibilities that have strengthened her communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills. Through these experiences, she has gained greater confidence in professional settings while developing skills she can apply to her education, everyday life, and future career. 

How does your role support your academic, professional, or personal success?
Aileene's position has strengthened her communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills while building her confidence in a professional environment. Her experience has also inspired her interest in project management, a career she hopes to pursue after graduating in Spring 2027. “Working at CSUSB has helped me realize that I enjoy organizing and coordinating, and also communicating with others and keeping projects on track.”

A fun fact about yourself
Aileene comes from a large, close-knit family! She is one of six sisters and has a six-year-old younger brother. “He's the baby, and we're all like his moms.” She also has a unique responsibility at the Dean's Office: caring for his collection of plants during Water Wednesdays. If she misses a day, the tradition becomes Thirsty Thursdays! “But if we do forget on Wednesdays, we go on to Thirsty Thursdays.”

What do you enjoy most about working at CSUSB? 
For Aileene, it's the supportive community she's found within the college. She appreciates how colleagues across departments help one another and is especially grateful for her work leads, Annette and Aparna, whose mentorship has made a lasting impact on her experience. “It's like this big family there, and everyone's just so supportive.” Their encouragement has helped Aileene feel valued and confident as she continues growing personally and professionally.

Finish this sentence: "I love working at CSUSB because ...
I'm able to contribute to the same university where I'm completing my degree. Working here has helped me grow professionally and has shown me everything that happens behind the scenes to support students.”