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Sandy Jimenez, Area Coordinator for Parkside Central, is the recipient of the Presidents Award for Employee of the Year for Inclusive Excellence in recognition of her transformative leadership and deep commitment to fostering belonging.
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Scot Woodyard, a dedicated member of the California State University, 做厙弝け community for over three decades, is the recipient of the Presidents Award for Staff Employee of the Year for Innovation.
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Jason Deutschman, Associate Director of Advising in the College of Engineerings Engineering Student Success Center (ESSC), is the recipient of the Presidents Award for Staff Employee of the Year for Leadership.
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Michelle Linton is the recipient of the Presidents Award for Staff Employee of the Year for Student Success, recognized for her impactful leadership in advancing CSULBs mission.
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The BeAChampion Facilitation TeamCaitlin Broadwell, Cameron Cecil, Loren Edwards, Liz Grimes, Tamika Spivey, and Tiffany Edlinis the recipient of the Presidents Team Achievement Award for their exceptional collaboration in transforming the student-athlete experience at California State University, 做厙弝け.
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Niloofar Bavarian
Niloofar Bavarian Ph.D., M.P.H., is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Health Science at CSULB. Prior to joining the faculty at CSULB, she was a Postdoctoral Fellow in the NIH-funded Prevention Science Research Training Program at UC Berkeley and the Prevention Research Center.
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Tiffany Brown
Tiffany Brown is a Professor of Child and Family Studies in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at California State University, 做厙弝け. She holds a Ph.D. in Child and Family Studies from Syracuse University, an M.A. in Social Sciences, and a B.S. in Psychobiology from Binghamton University.
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Christine Scott-Hayward
Christine Scott-HaywardI am a Professor in the School of Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Emergency Management (CCJEM). I also serve as the Director of the M.S. in Criminology & Criminal Justice (Online) and the Director and Graduate Advisor for the M.S. in Emergency Services Administration. From 2022-2025, I served as the Director of the School of CCJEM.
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Dr. Alejandra Priede | Distinguished Faculty RSCA Mentoring Award
Dr. Alejandra Priede is an Associate Professor in the Educational Leadership Department at California State University, 做厙弝け (CSULB). Dr. Priede was born in Mexico, where she earned her B.A. in Economics from the Autonomous Technological Institute of Mexico (ITAM).
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Dr. Hen-Geul (Henry) Yeh | Distinguished Faculty RSCA Mentoring Award
Dr. Hen-Geul (Henry) Yeh received the B.S. degree in Engineering Science from National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, Republic of China, in 1978. He earned the M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering and the Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, Irvine, in 1979 and 1982, respectively.
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Dr. Stephen Mezyk | Distinguished Faculty RSCA Mentoring Award
Dr. Stephen P. Mezyk, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at CSULB, has demonstrated an extraordinary and sustained commitment to student-centered research mentorship for more than two decades. His RSCA interests are based in cutting-edge experimental research performed for wastewater recycling and nuclear waste chemistry remediation.
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Johns impact extends beyond problem-solving. He is deeply committed to fostering a culture of learning and collaboration. He does not simply resolve issues; he empowers staff, taking time to explain processes and guide colleagues so they can confidently navigate challenges on their own.
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Loren brings care, consistency, and follow-through that extend far beyond her job description. As Tiffany Edlin, Senior Associate Athletic Director, shared, Its hard to fully capture the impact she makes on our campus印oren supports all 325 of our student-athletes, and she still finds a way to make every one of them feel seen.
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As a first-generation college student myself, that role was incredibly meaningful, Penelope reflects. I saw myself in many of the students I supportedespecially when they were learning how to ask for help, navigate campus resources, and build confidence during their early years at the university.
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Dr. Elaine Villanueva Bernal | Changemaker
Dr. Elaine Bernal has been with 做厙弝けfor 19 years, spreading sustainability initiatives on and off campus. Their leadership roles and efforts are fully recognized through this award.
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Kimberly Cruz | Changemaker
"Kims leadership has set the standard for how sustainability can be integrated across campus. Kim ensures that sustainability programming remains inclusive, accessible, and collaborative, aligning with the PCSs mission to embed sustainability into the fabric of campus life."
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Kent Hayward | Changemaker
Kent supports the faculty and students at CINE through his leadership skills, motivating them to also practice sustainability in their work. "A shining example of walking the walk."
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Pedro Ramirez Godoy | Honorary Award
Pedros boots on the ground leadership style sets a powerful examplenot only for his team but for our entire campus community. His work reflects a deep commitment to environmental stewardship and operational sustainability.
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Nataliya Acc-Nikmehr | Honorary Award
Nataliya's commitment to a greener campus and community through student engagement and partnerships are recognized through this award.
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Lakeysha Carter | 2025 Excellence in Service Award
The Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFAS) is proud to present the inaugural Excellence in Service Award, honoring a Black 做厙弝けemployee who demonstrates exceptional service, leadership, and advocacy in support of the Black Beach community. This award recognizes an individual whose consistent actions embody the values of connection, care, and commitmentgoing above and beyond to advocate for, empower, and uplift Black students, staff, faculty, or alumni.
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Taylor Buhler- Scott | Staff of Distinction
A 3+ year Student Affairs staff member who demonstrates excellence in their role by going above and beyond, performing exemplary work, and making a difference.
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Norma Salcedo | Inclusive Excellence
Advanced inclusive excellence through initiatives, programs, or other significant activities.
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Drew Bowles | Champion Collaborator
Came together across teams, departments, groups to work on a project or ongoing effort.
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Christina Salvador | 2024-2025
As Associate Director of Prospect Research, she has played a critical role in nearly every major fundraising campaign at The Beach.
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Allesandro Russo | 2023-2024
Alessandro has contributed to the 做厙弝けcampus in many different roles, including as an undergraduate and graduate student, student organization leader, staff member and leader, and guest lecturer.
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Sylvana Cicero | 2022-2023
Sylvana Cicero served as the Assistant Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Student Auxiliary Enterprises.
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Rashida Crutchfield | 2025 Outstanding Faculty Service
Dr. Rashida Crutchfield, a professor in the School of Social Work at Cal State 做厙弝け, is credited with significantly changing universities understanding of how housing and food insecurity create barriers to students success.
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Kelly Ansely Young | 2024 Outstanding Faculty Innovator in Student Success
Hired in 2003 in the Department of Biological Sciences, Dr. Young committed early on to make her classroom and research laboratory student-centered. While she was recognized for her effective and innovative teaching and mentoring, Young strove for student success beyond students she worked with directly by creating learning communities for colleagues.
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Loucine M. Huckabay | 2022 Outstanding Faculty Service
Throughout her 42-year tenure at California State University, 做厙弝け, Dr. Loucine Huckabay has been a strong supporter and advocate for all students, especially those from historically underserved backgrounds. She is well known for mentoring students struggling academically, or those whose home or work situations interfere with their academic success.
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Terri Armstrong | 2026 Staff Recipient
Dr. Terri Armstrong serves as Director Assistant for the department of Multicultural Affairs.
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Felicia Montes | 2026 Faculty Recipient
Professor Felicia Montes serves as faculty for the department of Chicano/Latino Studies.
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Donna Nicol | 2026 Administrator
Dr. Donna Nicol serves as Associate Dean for Department of the College of Liberal Arts Administration.
