Communications - Media Studies
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Hometown: La Quinta, CA
Won a Regional Pacific Southwest Emmy Award for her work in the Environmental/Science News category.
CSUSB Palm Desert Campus alumna Crystal Harrell, a senior promotions producer at KESQ News Channel 3, won a Regional Pacific Southwest Emmy Award for her work in the Environmental/Science News category. A first-generation college graduate who earned her communication degree from CSUSB in 2018, Harrell has built a successful career in journalism, promotions and visual storytelling, while helping spotlight issues and stories that matter to the Coachella Valley community. A Palm Springs Life "40 Under 40" honoree, Harrell champions alumni engagement, community leadership and the Coyote community.
CSUSB Palm Desert Campus alumna Crystal Harrell builds impactful career in local media and community advocacy