Smittcamp Family Honors College

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Brooklyn Medeiros is a graduate of Fowler High School in Fowler, CA. In high school, she competed on Fowler High’s varsity tennis, basketball, and softball teams. Brooklyn was also involved in student council, leadership, yearbook, and FCA. Outside of school, she enjoys playing and watching sports, working out, and hanging out with friends and family.

At Fresno State, she plans to major in Sports Administration and pursue a career in the sports management field. Inspired by her parents and grandparents, Brooklyn has always wanted to attend Fresno State, and she is so excited to follow in her family’s footsteps and be a Bulldog!

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Noah Anderson Is a graduate of Buchanan high school in Clovis C.A. He is majoring in biology with future plans to go to med school. He did waterpolo, swim, and dive in highschool and has experience in civic engagement thanks to his involvement in the Clovis Youth Commission.

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Lola Miranda is a graduate of Edison High School in Fresno, CA. She plans to major in Political Science with the goal of becoming a constitutional lawyer.

A lifelong soccer player, Lola has spent years both competing and coaching the sport, while also participating as a four-sport varsity athlete in high school. Outside of athletics, she enjoys cooking, spending time outdoors, and exploring a wide range of interests, from running shoe design to religious studies research. As a B’nai B’rith nominee, she values leadership and community involvement, having served communities both in Fresno and abroad.

Lola is grateful and excited to continue learning and growing at Fresno State’s Smittcamp Family Honors College.

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Alyssa Blackmon is an incoming freshman from El Diamante High School in Visalia, CA. Throughout high school, Alyssa was involved in Key Club and CSF. She spent her time outside of school volunteering at the pediatrics ward of Kaweah Delta Hospital. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys painting, reading, and spending time with her friends and family.

At Fresno State, Alyssa plans on majoring in Biology with hopes of becoming a dentist. Welcome to Smittcamp, Alyssa!

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Gannon Gonzalez is a graduate of Hanford High School, located in Hanford, CA. Gannon is a self-taught computer builder seeking to major in Computer Science and earn a certificate in Cybersecurity. With this degree, Gannon plans to further his growing interest in technology and work as a cybersecurity manager.

Outside of the classroom, Gannon enjoys refereeing for soccer on the weekends and devoting his time to growing his sneaker reselling business. He also spends his free time at the golf course or going out with friends.

With a little dedication and support, Gannon believes his goals and vision at Fresno State will certainly be achieved—and so do we! Welcome, Gannon!

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Elyse Mar is an incoming freshman from Clovis High School in Clovis, CA. She is majoring in Biochemistry and plans to attend medical school to pursue a career as a physician.
In high school, Elyse was involved in NHS, CSF, and clubs such as The Future of Medicine and Key Club. She also has experience volunteering with both Community Regional Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. Elyse enjoys contributing to the community through volunteer work in addition to hobbies like watching movies, baking, and spending time with her friends.

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Vicky Ly attended University High School in Fresno, CA. During high school, she volunteered at the Fresno VA Medical Center, assisting veterans with appointments, mentoring new volunteers, and supporting administrative operations. She also participated in the UCLA Emerging Scientist Program, where she presented research on the correlation between psychosocial implications of Acne Vulgaris on self esteem in adolescents. In addition, Vicky helped to coordinate the mental-health advocacy project “Breaking the Silence: A Journey in Asian Mental Health Awareness” in efforts to reduce cultural stigma in Asian communities globally. She hopes to further this initiative in the future.

Vicky plans to major in Biology and pursue a career as a pediatrician and future medical school professor. Welcome, Vicky!

Congratulations to Allison Vang and the first cohort of students graduating with a degree in Asian American Studies at Fresno State!

This milestone reflects the impact and importance of creating academic spaces that center diverse histories, lived experiences, and community voices. As the first university in the San Joaquin Valley to offer this degree program, Fresno State continues expanding opportunities for students and strengthening representation in higher education.

We celebrate Allison and the inaugural graduating class for helping to shape this important chapter at Fresno State.

Read more via KVPR: https://www.kvpr.org/education/2026-05-08/fresno-state-welcomes-its-first-asian-american-studies-graduates

Historic night at California State University, Fresno for graduating senior Camalah Saleh — who became the university’s 2026 Undergraduate President’s Medalist after already making history as the first student ever selected as a Dean’s Medalist in more than one college.

A double major in political science and communication with a 4.0 GPA, Camalah earned FOUR medals:

🏅 President’s Medalist
🏅 College of Arts and Humanities Dean’s Medalist
🏅 College of Social Sciences Dean’s Medalist
🏅 Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Medalist

From student government leadership and public service internships to national academic recognition and advocacy work, Camalah has exemplified excellence, leadership and impact at every level. 💫🐾

Four years have gone by in the blink of an eye! You all have achieved so much in the time that you've been here. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓