January 25 - February 8, 2024

On the Go! Insights to Commuter Life

Welcome back to SDSU!

We hope your holiday break was filled with lots of loved ones, friends, relaxation, and fun! We are excited to welcome you back to SDSU for the Spring 2024 semester for all the exciting events and programs we have planned. As always, the Center for Commuter Life is here to support you and we wish you the best in this new semester!

Meet the Center for Commuter Life Staff!

Our team is comprised of dedicated individuals who are committed to helping you succeed here at SDSU. Scroll on to meet our staff and get familiar with who you can expect to see around the space.

Name: Eunice Flores

(she/her/ella)

Assistant Director

Being a proud first-generation and commuter student myself, I am driven to support SDSU students with similar journeys. I take pride in understanding their unique challenges and stories. Collaborating with commuter students is fulfilling, especially when I witness their hard work and resilience. The coolest moments are when students figure out what they're capable of and go after opportunities that push them closer to their personal and career goals.

Name: Heather LaPerle

(she/her/hers)

General Advisor & Retention Specialist

There are so many highs, lows, and everything in between during college and it all leads a student to discover so much about themselves and others and it is an honor to be there for students to celebrate that.

Name: Sarah Mercado

(she/her/hers)

General Advisor & Retention Specialist

There are many things I love about working with students, but my favorite thing is the passion they bring with them to school every day and being able to see that passion continue to flourish beyond graduation.

Name: Helen Ma

(she/her/hers)

General Advisor & Retention Specialist

I enjoy supporting students and helping them achieve their educational goals while they are here at SDSU.

Name: Vince Palou

(he/him/his)

General Advisor & Retention Specialist

I like when students express how helpful you were. It's nice to know that we are making an impact, which makes it much more rewarding.

Name: Itzel Estrada

(she/her/hers)

Commuter & Transfer Success Coach

I love working with SDSU students because of their diverse habits and hobbies. Exploring their lives and understanding their overall lifestyle choices is truly fascinating.

Name: Bri Voss

(she/her/hers)

Assistant Coordinator

I love seeing SDSU students be passionate about their future careers or get excited about their successes. Knowing that we get to be a part of those is always a win.

Sharon Burnett

she/her/hers

Major: Child and Family Development

Hi Commuters, meet Sharon! Sharon is one of our transfer mentors here in the Center for Commuter Life who is majoring in Child and Family Development. Sharon is in her last semester here at SDSU and will be graduating in May! As a fellow commuter student, Sharon commutes to campus by carpooling with her best friend Jordan, who is also a transfer mentor in the Center for Commuter Life. Sharon's favorite spot to be on campus are the tables outside of the Charles B. Bell Jr. Pavilion where she likes to get her schoolwork done and relax. A fun fact about Sharon is that she played the French horn for 6 years; 2 years in middle school and all 4 years of high school in marching band. However good she might have been, she really wanted to be playing the flute instead. One piece of advice Sharon has for you all is that "you should always work hard in school, but don't take yourself too seriously. Always make time to have fun when you can!"

Celebrating Sophomores

When: February 15, 2024

from

12:30pm - 2:00pm

Join us in Templo Mayor on the second floor of the Aztec Student Union to celebrate Sophomores! Be inspired by Brandon Harrison, an SDSU alum and business owner while enjoying free food.

Make sure to be on the lookout for our newsletter next week that will include more exciting Sophomore Week events and the RSVP link to secure a spot for Celebrating Sophomores with Brandon Harrison!

Center for Commuter Life Hours

Want a place to study, relax, or hang out? Come visit us in the Center for Commuter Life anytime during these hours:

Monday through Thursday

8:00am - 8:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 4:30pm

We also have a kitchen with two microwaves, a toaster, a Keurig, and a refrigerator free for students to use. We hope to see you here!

Talk It Out

When: January 30, 2024

1pm - 3pm

Where: Zoom

Meeting ID: 893 1987 3886

Passcode: 716894

Feeling stressed? Just need to talk with someone? Counselors from C&PS provide confidential support to SDSU students on a drop-in basis through the Talk It Out program. Meet one-on-one with a counselor for 15-20 minutes to get perspective, ask questions, and learn about strategies and resources to address your concerns.

The Pride Center 10-Year Anniversary Open House

When: January 31, 2024

3pm - 5:30pm

Where: The Pride Center

The Pride Center is celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary. Stop by the Pride Center for an open house where they will highlight the past, present, and future of SDSU's 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource Center.

Recovery Science Colloquium

When: February 9, 2024

10:30am - 2:30pm

Where: Templo Mayor - Aztec Student Union

This event features presentations on the latest recovery science research. Speakers will discuss addictive and/or compulsive behaviors and how we can best support individuals seeking long-term recovery. Specific topics include: the intersection between the criminal justice system and recovery from substance use disorder, as well as the latest resources available to college-aged individuals struggling with substance misuse.

This event is open to all students and is free to attend. A catered lunch with be provided. Sign-up using the QR code on the flyer or click on the link below to reserve your sport.

Recovery Science Colloquium RSVP

Center for Commuter Life

Aztec Student Union (ASU) 210P

619-594-5221

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