Meet the Team
Staff
Crystal MontoyaDirector of Welcome Center and New Student Programs
Phone: 661-654-2193Email: cmontoya2@csub.edu
University Ambassadors
Adriana Denogean-Robles
More About Adriana Denogean-RoblesMajor: School Counseling
Year in School: 1st Year Graduate Student
Hometown: Bakersfield
Advice to Incoming Students: Take advantage of the resources on campus! There are many support services that
are here to help you navigate your college experience
Iceli Salas
More About Iceli SalasMajor: Liberal Studies ; Minor: CAFS
Year in School: Senior
Hometown: Bakersfield
Advice to incoming students: Your college experience is what you make of it so take advantage of campus resources,
step out of your comfort zone, get involved in activities, and make the most of every
opportunity!
James Tanner
More About James TannerMajor: Business
Year in school: Freshman
Hometown: Bakersfield
Advice to incoming students: Get Money, Be Yourself.
Lisandra Villagomez
More About Lisandra VillagomezMajor: Liberal Studies
Year in school: Sophomore
Hometown: Delano, CA
Advice to incoming students: Welcome, new CSUB students! As you start your college journey, I advise you to manage
your time well and stay organized to keep up with your classes. Also, don’t hesitate
to ask for help; the professors and staff are here to support you. Moreso, I advise
you to take advantage of the free resources offered at CSUB. Lastly, I recommend getting
involved in campus activities, sports events, and clubs to make your college experience
more fun. Overall, make sure to enjoy your time here at CSUB. Go runners!
Pedro Zapata
More About Pedro ZapataMajor: Pre - Health
Year in school: 2nd Year
Hometown: Delano
Advice to incoming students: Always prioritize your education by going to class, studying, and managing your time,
but don't forget to also take care of yourself, make new friends, and enjoy your time
here.
Natalie Garibay Galvan
More About Natalie Garibay GalvanMajor: Psychology
Year in School: Junior
Hometown: McFarland
Advice to incoming students: Don't abuse the new found freedom you got, try your best to stay on track.
Michelle Sanchez Ojeda
More About Michelle Sanchez OjedaMajor: Business Administration
Year in school: Senior
Hometown: Wasco
Hometown: Wasco
Advice to incoming students: Don't be afraid to expand your circle and be more social!
Solomon Anagha
More About Solomon AnaghaMajor:
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Hometown:
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Trezher Sinkfield
More About Trezher SinkfieldMajor: Public Health
Year in school: Senior
Advice to incoming students: Make connections-especially with professors. You will need them for professional
references.
Yessica Gil
More About Yessica GilMajor: Criminal Justice
Year in school: Freshman
Hometown: Shafter
Hometown: Shafter
Advice to incoming students: Never back down from a challenge.