Meet Your Welcome Center Staff and Tour Guides

Meet Your Tour Guides!

Eduardo: Tours Lead

Heyo!

I’m Eduardo and I am a fourth-year from Modesto, CA. I am majoring in Photography with a minor in Marketing. I hope to become a photographer for National Geographic. I chose CSU East Bay because it became my dream school after I visited it during my freshman year of high school. I mean it's at the center of the Bay Area, there are a lot more opportunities for my career here, and the weather is much better than in my hometown. My transition to college has been really great, I have new friends, and a good job and my classes are going really well. “I’m not superstitious, but I am a little ‘stitious.” - Michael Scott. I love the office and vines. My most replayed song is “Sangria” by Easy Life, Arlo Parks.

Krisstina: Ambassador Lead

What’s up everyone!

My name is Krisstina Caro, and I’m a first Gen Filipino student majoring in Human Development with a concentration in adolescent development! I hope to go into academic advising after receiving my degree. My top two favorite music artists are Olivia Rodrigo and Bruno Mars. I’m also a huge matcha lover! I chose East Bay because it was close to home. I was born and raised in Hayward, CA. I’m a huge believer in “everything happens for a reason.” I made my way to the Welcome Center because I was having trouble connecting to campus since the majority of my first year was virtual. However, I’m excited to continue my journey at East Bay and help everyone out!

Isha: Office Lead in Training

Hi Guys!

My name is Isha! I am a third-year student majoring in Criminal Justice. I'm from Sacramento, but I was born in Mountain View. I chose to attend East Bay because I wanted to be a part of a school that was big on representing diversity and supporting students with different backgrounds. My goal is to become a child attorney, along with pursuing my passion in cosmetology. I am a huge coffee lover! My top two artists who I listen to the most at the moment would be, Durk and Summer Walker. A quote that I love is, "Try to be a rainbow in someone's cloud." I'm excited to continue my journey here at East Bay, and meet all of you amazing people! <33

Sarah: Outreach Lead in Training

Hey Everyone!!

My name is Sarah Bedoka and I am currently a fourth-year majoring in Sociology and History. I am from Rohnert Park, CA, and decided to come to East Bay for its diversity and ideal location. I hope to become a teacher because of the immense amount of support. I've received it through my high school and at East Bay. My college experience was a little hesitant to start due to the pandemic, but I have found a sense of friendship and family here on campus. East Bay offers so much for its students to feel supported and safe on campus. I am so excited to be at the Welcome Center offering my help to anyone that comes by! I love going out and making the most of the day. #livelife

Ashley

Hey y'all!

My name is Ashley Medeiros and I am a 4th year Human Development major with a concentration in Adolescence. I was born and raised in San Jose, California, and loved the fact that East Bay was my little home away from home. I am able to commute to and from campus while still being able to connect with friends and family back home. My dream job after I graduate is to work in education possibly as an educator or an adolescent counselor. I am a huge Post Malone fan and a quote from him that has stuck with me is that "You don't gotta be perfect, just keep it real" and I completely agree. I hope that I can continue exploring my passions here not only here in the Welcome Center, but also on campus! <3

Jessica

Hi, my name is Jessica Armendariz I am from Southern California and I am a fourth-year Health Science major with a concentration in Public Health. My dream is to become a cardiologist and have my own office in Los Angeles. I chose East Bay because I love the diverse community and it made me feel like I belong here. It’s my home away from home! A quote that I recently came across was “it’s not how you start it, it’s how you finish it!” If the road to your success starts off bumpy, keep striving there is smooth pavement ahead. If you can dream it you can do it. I am excited to see how much I’ve grown not only at the welcome center but as a Pioneer!!

Welcome Center Staff

Jorge: Welcome Center Advisor

Jorge was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and raised in Union City, CA. He attended James Logan High School and Los Medanos College. He earned a B.A. in Liberal Arts with a minor in Ethnic Studies from Cal State East Bay. As a first-generation college graduate, he strongly believes in the importance of post-secondary education and the power it yields toward the betterment of society. After more than two decades of working and coaching in high school, he continues to volunteer as a youth football coach. He thrives in mentoring high school and transfer students in their pursuit of higher education.

Maria: Office Manager

Maria grew up in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area in Hayward. She entered Cal State East Bay as a first-time freshman and was the first in her family to graduate from college, earning her BS in health sciences in 2015, with a focus on administration and management. The affordability and close commute made Cal State East Bay an ideal choice for her. The campus’s beauty is what Maria enjoys most, from the beautiful landscape to the hilltop view of the Bay. When not working, she enjoys spending with friends and family or cuddling on the couch with her 70-pound lap dog and binge-watching Netflix. Maria is the Outreach and Recruitment Office Manager for Student Outreach and the Welcome Center. She is responsible for all office procedures and uses her organizational skills to ensure smooth operations for the offices.