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The Latino Alumni Chapter welcomes all graduates regardless of degree and field, gender, race, or be

09/16/2026

Had the privilege to attend and celebrate the newly formed Chicanx-Latinx Studies Major at CSUSM 🎉 congratulations to everyone for all their hard work in getting this done 🙌🏼

09/10/2026

✨You’ve met the leaders… now we’d love to meet you!✨

Our Latino Alumni Chapter is powered by volunteers who are passionate about building comunidad, creating meaningful connections, and keeping alumni engaged long after graduation.

As we wrap up our Meet the Leader series, we’re proud to stand alongside alumni leaders from affinity chapters across the CSUSM Alumni Association, all working to create opportunities for connection, engagement, and community.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re interested in helping plan events, supporting students, growing our social media presence, sharing your talents, or simply becoming more connected, there’s a place for you in our comunidad.

No prior leadership experience is required, just a willingness to contribute your ideas, time, and Cougar pride.

Let’s continue building something meaningful together.

📩 Interested in learning more? DM us or complete our Alumni Chapter Interest Form (link in bio). We’d love to connect with you and explore how you can get involved.

🔗 https://connect.csusm.edu/f/alumni-chapter-interest-form

09/03/2026

✨ Meet Rodolfo Sanchez, Digital Media Lead for the CSUSM Latino Alumni Chapter! ✨

Rodolfo (also known as Rudy) is a proud CSUSM alumnus who graduated in Fall 2025 with a degree in Art, Media, and Design. Born and raised in San Diego, he brings his passion for photography, videography, and visual storytelling to the chapter’s digital presence.

💼 Current Profession Rodolfo is currently exploring career opportunities while growing his creative portfolio as a freelance photographer. He also volunteers with the CSUSM Office of University Communications, providing photography support when additional assistance is needed.

❤️ Why He Serves Rodolfo was inspired to join the Latino Alumni Chapter leadership team after seeing his role models step up and become leaders in their communities when a voice was needed. He is passionate about engaging alumni and helping create a more connected and impactful community for students, alumni, and the broader San Diego community.

💡 Advice for Current Students “Always take that one class that sounds interesting. You never know where it might lead. That’s how I changed my major and discovered my passion.”

⭐ Favorite CSUSM Memory Spending time in photography classes with friends while learning, creating, and having fun.

🚁 What’s Next? Rodolfo recently enrolled in an Associate Degree program in Drone Applications and Technologies to expand his creative skillset and portfolio through aerial photography, videography, and emerging technologies.

🎉 Fun Fact Rodolfo loves photography and filmmaking and is always looking for new ways to tell stories through visual media.
Help us thank Rodolfo for sharing his creativity and talents to help keep our Latino Cougar community connected!

08/25/2026

✨ Meet Rosa Y. Rodriguez, Vice President of the CSUSM Latino Alumni Chapter! ✨

Rosa is a proud two-time CSUSM alumna, earning her B.A. in Social Sciences in 2013 and her M.A. in Sociological Practice in 2015. Born and raised in Carlsbad, she currently serves as an Outreach Coordinator at the CSUSM University Library, where she has worked for 10 years, and as an Associate Librarian at MiraCosta College for the past 2 years.

❤️ Why She Serves
Rosa joined the Latino Alumni Chapter leadership team to help create opportunities for CSUSM Latino alumni to stay connected and to help plan events that are meaningful and relevant to our community.

💡 Advice for Current Students
“Get involved outside the classroom. Join clubs, volunteer, and take on leadership roles to grow both personally and professionally.”

⭐ Favorite CSUSM Memory
Attending An Evening with Luis Valdez, founder of Chicano Theater.

🎉 Fun Fact
Rosa collects vinyl records and still has the 7-inch records she started purchasing as a teenager.

Help us thank Rosa for her leadership and commitment to our Latino Cougar community!

08/19/2026

✨ Meet Alejandra Sánchez, President of the CSUSM Latino Alumni Chapter! ✨

Alejandra is a proud member of the CSUSM Class of 2003, earning her B.A. in Spanish. She currently serves as a Budget Analyst & Assistant to the Dean and has been a dedicated staff member at CSUSM for 23 years.

❤️ Why She Serves
Alejandra started the process of forming the Latino Alumni Chapter after recognizing a need for a space where Latino alumni could stay connected and engaged with the university. She continues to enjoy creating opportunities for alumni to connect, build community, and meet new members.

💡 Advice for Current Students
“Say yes to opportunities, get involved on campus, and build meaningful connections.”

⭐ Favorite CSUSM Memory
Being part of the very first freshman class admitted to CSUSM for Fall of 1995 and still having the privilege of being connected to campus

🎉 Fun Fact
Alejandra is preparing to begin the next chapter of her educational journey by preparing to pursue a master’s degree.

Help us thank Alejandra for her leadership and commitment to our Latino Alumni community!

08/12/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬🎉

Behind every event, gathering, and opportunity to connect is a group of alumni who care deeply about building comunidad. Our chapter is powered by volunteers who are passionate about creating meaningful connections, cultivating a sense of belonging, and bringing alumni together.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be spotlighting our leadership team, whose time, talents, and dedication help create opportunities for connection, community, and shared experiences.

We’ll also share a little about who they are, what they do, and what keeps them engaged with CSUSM.

We can’t wait for you to get to know them a little better!

05/16/2026

Congratulations to ALL the CSUSM Graduates 🎉
¡Qué orgullo! 💙🐾💙 Welcome to the Alumni Family, Class of 2026 💙🐾💙

03/22/2026

🚨 TONIGHT ONLY – LAST CHANCE! 🎬🔥

Missed Santa Zeta at on Friday?
There’s ONE MORE SCREENING 𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 at 9:55 PM at AMC Mission Valley—don’t miss it!

🎥 Santa Zeta is a gripping, edge‑of‑your‑seat international thriller about a world‑famous travel influencer whose glamorous online life hides a powerful mission for justice. It’s bold, intense, and absolutely unforgettable.
�We had CSUSM Latino Alumni Chapter members showing support for Professor Darci Strother, who is featured in the film. Our chapter president, Alejandra Sanchez ’03 and Rodolfo Sanchez ’25—both former students of Professor Strother, had the privilege of being there to show their support, and enjoy some red carpet time with the cast and director, Antonio Muñoz de Mesa.
If you love powerful storytelling, and supporting our CSUSM community—GO TONIGHT!

Get your tickets here 👇🏼

https://sdlff2026.eventive.org/schedule/69b6e278663b0e7bde166f7b

03/19/2026

🎬✨ Shout‑out to CSUSM Professor Darci Strother! ✨🎬
While Santa Zeta is officially sold out at the 2026 San Diego Latino Film Festival, we’re thrilled to celebrate and uplift CSUSM Professor Darci Strother, who is featured in this powerful international film.

So proud to support one of our campus faculty, and for many of us, she was our professor in one of our Spanish classes! 💙🎥🎨rte Latino: Celebrates Cuba reception for art, music, and comunidad! Also, keep Santa Zeta on your must‑watch list if you’re unable to join us at tomorrow's premier!

So proud to support one of our campus faculty, and for many of us, our Spanish professor in one of our many classes! 💙🎥🎨

UPDATE: A second showing has been added for Sunday, 03/22 at 9:55pm at AMC Mission Valley, get your tickets ASAP before they sell out again: https://sdlff2026.eventive.org/schedule/69b6e278663b0e7bde166f7b

Watch the film's trailer: https://youtu.be/8I8q-P3OKf0?si=rKy11EE9E65uFZNj

For the SDLFF schedule, visit https://sdlff2026.eventive.org/schedule

For Friday's 03/20 Reception details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1648350102866025?active_tab=about

4:00 - 8:00pm: Artists will have art on display and for sale during the evening.
4:30pm: Paquito Documentary starts (must purchase tickets)
5:45pm: Music: Joe's Cafe (until 8:00), Artists intro
6:15pm: Un techo sin cielo, Film Starts (must purchase tickets)
8:30pm: Santa Zeta, Film Starts, (must purchase tickets)

11/03/2025

Feliz Día de Mu***os!
May you and your families find comfort in remembering your loved ones—sharing stories, shedding tears, laughing together, exchanging hugs, and most importantly, being present for one another.
We’d like to thank everyone once again for joining us at last week’s Día de los Mu***os event on campus. Here’s a glimpse into the beautiful moments that unfolded later in the evening: each ofrenda was serenaded by the mariachi, followed by a powerful blessing from Aztec dancers. A special tribute was given to the altar honoring Professor David Ávalos—may he be rejoicing in peace. For those of us who had the privilege of taking his classes, witnessing this blessing was truly meaningful.

If you attended the event, what did you think?

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