Orientation Leaders 2021
Joshua Alban
Major: Communication Studies
Hometown: Highland
CSUSB Involvement: Orientation
What do you like about CSUSB? I like how inclusive and diverse CSUSB is. I feel like I belong and I am able to find people who support me for who I am. I love that their curriculum requires you to study something that you usually would not and you are able to learn much more about the community and world.
Karen Bhor Giron
Major: Computer Engineering
Hometown: Moreno Valley
CSUSB Involvement: Orientation Leader and Honors Program.
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? A piece of advice I would give to a first-year or transfer student is, do not be scared of going into a new place like CSUSB because you will able to find great people that are going to support you with anything or just to get involved into campus. You are not alone through your path, you will find friends or faculty to help you to be the person you want to be.
Lizett Estrada
Major: Health Science – Public Health
Hometown: West Covina
CSUSB Involvement: Student Orientation Coordinator, Student Assistant at the Women’s Resource Center, Vice President of Zeta Tau Alpha
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Get involved on campus to expand your skills, find your purpose, and meet new people.
Marisol Gutierrez
Major: Child Developmenta
Hometown: Glendora
CSUSB Involvement: Kappa Delta, Orientation Leader
What do you like about CSUSB? What I like about CSUSB is how welcoming and friendly people are on campus. Especially some of the professors on campus who make it so enjoyable to be in class and genuinely want to see you succeed.
AnnaLissa Hernandez
Major: Criminal Justice
Hometown: Desert Hot Springs
CSUSB Involvement: Orientation, Honors Program
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? The advice I would give is do not be afraid to ask questions. There is always something new you can learn from either other students or professors. If you need help with something reach out and ask don't feel like you need to figure it out alone and in silence, that's what we are here for to help you.
Magan Le
Major: Health Science – Public Health
Hometown: San Bernardino
CSUSB Involvement: Student Orientation Coordinator, Kappa Delta
What do you like most about CSUSB? CSUSB offers so many resources and opportunities, that you can find your own place wherever you go.
Marlyn Lopez
Major: Pre-Nursing
Hometown: Hesperia
CSUSB Involvement: Pre-Nursing Club, Greek Life, Orientation Leader
What do you like about CSUSB? I like how diverse the school is and all the wonderful things it has to offer. Like clubs, job opportunities, and major affiliated clubs.
Oscar Lopez Blandon
Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Yucaipa
CSUSB Involvement: Honors Program, Ambassador for the Center of Global Management in the Jack H. Brown College of Business, Orientation
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? I would suggest having a game plan for the semester. What I mean by that is having a set of goals for the semester and continue to build on those time management skills. I cannot stress enough the importance of being able to manage one's time well as sometimes college life can become a bit overwhelming. My best friend during my time at CSUSB has been my planner, where I keep track of all my to dos on a weekly and monthly basis.
Nereyda Marquez
Major: Liberal Studies
Hometown: California City
CSUSB Involvement: Orientation Leader, Zeta Tau Alpha
What do you like about CSUSB? CSUSB is such a welcoming, supportive community. Everyone, especially the professor will help you to the fullest to achieve your goals. You will create bonds with such amazing people with unforgettable memories. CSUSB is filled with many opportunities, every day is a new adventure
Rudy Mejia
Major: History
Hometown: Fontana
CSUSB Involvement: Orientation Leader
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? The advice that I can give you is to not neglect your mental health. Though this is an amazing school, the workload can be overwhelming for many and thus we tend to neglect our mental state. Especially at this time it’s important that you prioritize your health so you can be the best possible version of yourself. What’s great too is that there are so many resources for this, so make sure to take advantage of them.
Ingrid Munoz Islas
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Moreno Valley
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
What do you like about CSUSB? I love that CSUSB has been able to create that a safe and educational environment. I love that this campus had so many resources that are available to me to help me succeed in my educational career
William Nguyen
Major: Business Administration – Accounting
Hometown: San Bernardino
Campus Involvement: Student Orientation Coordinator, Beta Alpha Psi, Accounting Association
Where is your favorite place on campus? Why? Temporary Classrooms 15-17; these buildings are where I’ve had some of my best classes and are a good place to relax!
Gabriel Nieto
Major: Geology
Hometown: San Bernardino
Campus Involvement: Sigma Phi Epsilon, Geology Club, University Police, Orientation Leader, EOP
What do you like about CSUSB? My favorite thing about CSUSB are the many events that we have like Late Night and Snow Day.
Zuheiry Ortusiastigue
Major: Business Administration
Hometown: San Jacinto
Campus Involvement: Global Generosity Club, Four Year Pledge Program, Orientation Leader
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Don't be afraid! Talk to others and your professors. It really helps because you will feel more welcomed and enjoy attending CSUSB.
Jessica Padilla
Major: Liberal Studies
Hometown: Barstow
CSUSB Involvement: Student Mentoring Program, Adventure Programs with The Rec Center, Orientation Leader
What do you like about CSUSB? CSUSB is accepting of ALL backgrounds; I love the diversity that is evident throughout our campus and the camaraderie that comes along with it. We are the true definition of community.
Laura Rodgriguez-Requeno
Major: Nursing
Hometown: San Bernardino
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? In the words of Chadwick Boseman, “The thing about purpose is that it unfolds to you more and more everyday..." Focus on the end goal because the road bumps don't define you.
Guadalupe Romero
Major: Biological Psychology
Hometown: Jurupa Valley
Campus Involvement: Associated Students Inc., Global Generosity Club, Orientation Leader, Coyote Scholars Club
What do you like about CSUSB? I love the people at CSUSB. I feel very at home when I'm there. I love talking to people and getting to know about their goals and aspirations in life. I have meant some very incredible individuals who want to make campus and the world a much better place. Everyone overall has such great energy and always makes you feel welcome.
Bianca Sanchez
Major: Psychology
Hometown: San Bernardino
Campus Involvement: Psychology Club
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Aside from getting involved & trying to meet new people, I advise students to use their resources that are provided on campus. There are many different workshops that can help you succeed in your classes, so take advantage!
Diana Sanchez
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Indio
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
What do you like about CSUSB? I like that the CSUSB campus is more on the smaller side, it allows me to see familiar faces around campus which is very nice.
Kaitlyn Tabbert
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Yucca Valley
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Do not be afraid to ask questions! There are so many people who would love to answer and help you through your CSUSB journey (like me!). Also, try to get involved by attending workshops and getting to know the faculty in your specific major
Rosaura Valenzuela
Major: Liberal Studies
Hometown: Colton
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader, Honors Program
What do you like about CSUSB? I love how welcoming and diverse the students and faculty are. I have a strong sense of belonging here at CSUSB.
Wendy Velazquez
Major: English – Creative Writing
Hometown: Rialto
Campus Involvement: Student Orientation Coordinator, NSCS, Four Year Pledge Program, Usher for Theatre Arts, Lambda Theta Nu
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Don’t slack off – it becomes a habit that will only stress you out more.
Fatima Villanueva
Major: Kinesiology
Hometown: Desert Hot Springs
Campus Involvement: Kinesiology Club, Orientation
What is one piece of advice you would give to a first-year or transfer student? Do not be afraid to try things that interest you alone! It will help you learn new things about yourself.
Christina Zimmerman
Major: Communication Studies
Hometown: Rancho Cucamonga
Campus Involvement: Orientation Leader, Global Generosity Club, Student Association of Geography & Environmental Studies, Student Mentoring Program
What do you like about CSUSB? I like how amazing and helpful the staff is. The staff I have met are so kind, welcoming, and helpful. They truly want to see us all succeed. I appreciate each of them for everything they do!