New Members

Cheyenne Nicole Compton • Spring 2024 
Major in Nursing 

Awards and Distinctions 
Seal of Bi-literacy in Spanish 
Member of CBU’s Division I Dance Team 

Professional Goals 
Cheyenne plans to become a Nurse Practitioner with an emphasis in Cardiology because she enjoys the complex nature of micro- and macro-vascular complications. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
To start off with, I am grateful for all that God has provided me with. Not only has He equipped me with an able mind and body to understand academic concepts, but he also equipped me with loving and supporting parents, family members and friends. With that being said, I would like to thank my parents for prioritizing my education, and most importantly, for always believing in me. 

Ariel Lynn Garcia • Spring 2024 
Major in Biology, Concentration in Secondary Education 

Professional Goals 
Ariel plans to become a high school science teacher. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my grandma, Lucy, and my dad, Max, for their continued support and and care. I love you guys very much.  

Katharyn Hope Grace • Spring 2024 
Major in Biomedical Sciences 
Minor in Creative Writing 

Awards and Distinctions 
Participant in Transplant Research at Loma Linda University 

Professional Goals 
Katharyn would like to pursue a career in the medical field, possibly pharmaceutical research. There is still so much to be learned, and so many people in need of medical innovation, which Katharyn feels she can positively contribute to.  

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my mom for my success. She has always encouraged me to love learning and pursue whatever goal I am chasing. Her love and patience along with God’s will has brought me this far, and I hope I continue to make her proud with future accomplishments. 

Josephine Hendrickson • Spring 2024 
Major in Social Work 
Minor in Christian Studies 

Professional Goals 
Josie plans to enter the field of Child and Family Welfare, hoping to effect future change at the policy level. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
She is thankful for the support of her parents, Justin and Maria Hendrickson, and all her mentors who have helped guide her career path and have pointed her to Christ during her schooling. 

Steven Kish • Spring 2024 
Major in Electrical and Computer Engineering 
Minors in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics 

Professional Goals 
Steven plans to become a college professor or IC designer.  

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My parents, because they’ve always given me the motivation, support, and drive to want to do well in my studies. 

Grace Lombardo • Spring 2024 
Major in Accounting 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
For God because he helps me in all that I do and for my parents because they always support me. 

Kaili Osselaer • Spring 2024 
Major in Electrical and Computer Engineering 
Minors in Christian Studies and Philosophy 

Awards and Distinctions 
Student of CBU’s Honors Program 
Member of the ECE Student Council 
Co-Lead of Society of Women Engineers Tech Team 

Professional Goals 
Kaili plans to develop and establish a biomedical engineering company that designs personal assistive technology and resources for special needs children. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am incredibly thankful for my relationship with God, who has given me purpose, comfort, and grace. I am extremely appreciative of my family's support and the ways they have challenged me to persevere. 

Riley Sakamoto • Fall 2024 
Major in Nursing 

Awards and Distinctions 
Dean’s List at College of the Canyons 

Professional Goals 
Riley plans to excel at CBU in the school of nursing and graduate with a BSN, going on to work as a pediatric nurse working in a children’s hospital. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to my parents for all of my success. Growing up, my parents demonstrated what it meant to be hard working. They also taught and showed me what it meant to love what you do. I have found my passion in nursing, and I am able to take all the skills that my parents instilled in me and apply these to nursing. My parents have raised me to be the woman that I am today. 

Sloane Saludares • Spring 2024 
Major in Nursing 

Awards and Distinctions 
Member of the National Honors Society 
Member of the California Scholarship Federation 
Captain of high school dance team 
Received P.R.I.D.E. Award in high school 

Professional Goals 
After graduating and passing the NCLEX, Sloane plans to work at Kaiser Permanente, Scripps Hospital, or CHOC to gain experience and specialize as a NICU nurse before going back to school to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree, ultimately becoming a neonatal nurse practitioner. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my parents and credit them in my success, as they have been my biggest support system, have always believed in me, and continuously encourage me to do better than my best in everything I set my mind and heart to. I am also grateful for my brother, who is one of my biggest role models in life and motivates me as a person and student. I am grateful for my teachers that I have had along the way who have guided and helped me. Lastly, I am very grateful to God for his many blessings and opportunities that He presents to me and letting my path unfold as it should. 

Grace Santrach • Spring 2024 
Major in Biomedical Engineering 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My mom and dad, both are electrical engineers that have uplifted me. They’ve encouraged me to believe in myself and to have big dreams on what I can accomplish. 

Jacob Alexander Sauls • Fall 2024 
Major in Kinesiology, Concentration in Sports Medicine 

Professional Goals 
Jacob plans to attend medical school to eventually become an attending anesthesiologist. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I'm grateful to God, my parents, and everyone else who has ever encouraged and supported me along my educational journey because those moments lifted my spirits up during times of struggle and helped me to continue on and persevere 

Hannah Noel Scherer • Spring 2024 
Major in Graphic Design, Concentration in Graphic Design 

Professional Goals 
Hannah would like to pursue a career in User Interface and User Experience Design. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to God for any successes I have experienced in my life. 

Emma Totaro • Spring 2024 
Major in Creative Writing 
Minor in Christian Studies 

Awards and Distinctions 
Published Author in CBU’s The Dazed Starling Literary Journal 
Presenter of Research at CBU’s Arts and Letters Symposium 

Professional Goals 
One day, Emma hopes to be a published novelist and an editor for a publishing company. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
First, I am grateful to God for my success because without Him, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I use my success to build His kingdom. I am also thankful for my parents for instilling good values and academic practices in me. I am also grateful for my boyfriend for always supporting me and helping me with anything that I need. I have a great group of friends and family surrounding me and I couldn’t be more thankful. 

Alyssa White • Spring 2024 
Major in Creative Writing 
Major in Film, Concentration in Screenwriting 

Professional Goals 
Alyssa would like to pursue a career in screenwriting. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my family for my success. They have been my biggest fans and supporters in my academic journey, and they never fail to encourage me and champion my efforts to succeed. Because of them and the gifts and talents God has given me, I am motivated to continue working hard. 

Claire Worthington • Spring 2024 
Major in Mechanical Engineering 

Awards and Distinctions 
Member of the Army ROTC Program 
Graduating as an officer in the U.S. Army 

Professional Goals 
Claire plans to become a design or test engineer. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My family since it is made up of working women who inspired me. And every teacher I have had who encouraged me to pursue an engineering degree. 

Matthew Ho Allee • Spring 2023 
Major in Psychology, Minor in Philosophy 

Professional Goals 
Matthew plans to pursue a career as a clinical psychologist, researcher, and story writer. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
Every professor, coach, peer, and church member who wrote letters of recommendation/reference on my behalf because their word continues to support me in my endeavors. 

Tyler Barclay • Summer 2023 
Major in English 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
God, my parents, and my fiancé. 

Sarah E. Brungardt • Spring 2023 
Major in Communication Sciences and Disorders 
Minor in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals 

Professional Goals 
Sarah’s goal is to become a licensed Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist working in medical settings with adults who have experienced strokes or traumatic brain injuries. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to God for his provision and direction in my life and to my parents for their commitment to ensure I have a well-rounded education and the way they encourage me to pursue my passions.

Jasmine Monique Cleveland • Spring 2023 
Major in Criminal Justice, Concentration in Administration of Justice 
Minor in Psychology 

Awards and Distinctions 
Riverside County Board of Supervisors Certificate of Recognition 
State of California Senate Certificate Recognition 
California Legislature Assembly Certificate of Recognition 
U.S. House of Representatives Certificate of Congressional Recognition on behalf of Mark Takano 
AP Capstone Diploma 

Professional Goals 
Looking forward, Jasmine plans to become a District Attorney for Criminal Law. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my family because they have contributed to my success significantly. They have been there for me every step of the way and refuse to let me give up on myself. I am the motivated, overachieving, and hardworking woman that I am today because of their faith in me.  

Bethany Dirkin • Spring 2023 
Major in Health Science, Concentration in Pre-Physician's Assistant 

Professional Goals 
Bethany plans to become a Physician’s Assistant. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My parents, for teaching me and empowering me with their constant encouragement. 

Lyndsey Foushee • Fall 2023 
Major in Criminal Justice 
Minor in Christian Studies 

Professional Goals 
Lyndsey plans to pursue a career in law enforcement. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to my mom for my success. She has always encouraged me to stay strong in my faith and put my trust in Jesus. This has greatly contributed to my success. 

Alyssa Hall • Spring 2023 
Major in Graphic Design 

Adrian King • Spring 2023 
Majors in English and Philosophy 
Minor in Christian Studies 

Awards and Distinctions 
Member of Sigma Tau Delta 
Student of CBU’s Honors Program 
Founder of AdrianKing Education 

Professional Goals 
Adrian hopes to be an English teacher for middle school and high school while also continuing to grow her tutoring company. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
First and foremost, I am grateful for the goodness and providence of God as I seek to serve him and pursue his plan for my life. I also am deeply appreciative of my parents, fiancé, friends, and all of the other people who have poured into me and encouraged me over the years. 

Emily Ma • Spring 2023 
Major in Graphic Design, Concentrations in Motion Design, Visual Experience 
Minor in Global Studies 

Professional Goals 
Emily would like to become an in-house designer, serving those around her and glorifying God through design. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
To my loving parents who are so supportive of me. 

 Cailey Martin • Spring 2023 
Major in Kinesiology, Concentration in Sports Medicine 
Major in Communication Studies 

Professional Goals 
Cailey plans to become a firefighter paramedic. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my family and the mentors God has placed in my life. 

Brianna Stacy Martinez • Spring 2023 
Majors in Psychology and Sociology 
Minor in Christian Studies 

Professional Goals 
Brianna plans to become a clinical psychologist. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am thankful for my dad because he has taught me what it truly means to be a hardworking individual. Through his actions he has taught me that with God by your side, there is nothing that can hold you back from your goals. I am also very thankful for my mom because she has always pushed me to be the best person I can be. Her constant encouragement has kept me pushing forward and has shaped me to become the person I am today. 

Jordyn Mason • Spring 2023 
Major in Psychology 

Professional Goals 
Jordyn would like to continue in the Psychology field and plans to become a Victim Specialist. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My parents, for encouraging me to work hard my entire life. 

Abigail Lynne Nehrbass • Fall 2023 
Major in Forensic Chemistry, Concentration in Criminalistics 

Professional Goals 
Abigail would like to pursue a career in lab and research work and criminalistics. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I'm grateful to my parents for showing me how to work hard and honor God. And I am so thankful for all the sacrifices they have made to get me into school and prioritize my future. 

Xavier Ochoa • Spring 2023 
Major in Marketing 
Minor in Real Estate 

Awards and Distinctions 
Social Media Officer of the American Marketing Association 

Professional Goals 
Xavier plans to be a director of influencer social media while also being a real estate agent. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am most grateful for my grandparents who have led me to my success. They have given up their lives to ensure that I had the opportunity and resources to become successful in whichever profession I desired.

Hannah Smith • Fall 2023 
Major in Graphic Design, Concentration in Visual Experience 
Minor in Product Design 

Awards and Distinctions 
Gold ADDY award at the local level, 2022 

Professional Goals 
Hannah hopes to become a User Interface and User Experience Designer for a small tech company or studio. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my teachers for lifting me up and supporting me with my goals. 

McKenna Strosser • Spring 2023 
Major in History 
Minors in Christian Studies and Humanities 

Professional Goals 
McKenna plans to continue her education after CBU, working towards her master’s and Ph.D. degrees to become a history professor. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to my family for loving me and supporting me in everything I accomplish. They have shaped me into the woman I am today and taught me to be proud of myself no matter what. 

Maxine Auer • Spring 2022 
Major in Christian Behavioral Science, Concentration in Social Work 
Minor in Global Justice 

Awards and Distinctions 
Graduating Summa Cum Laude 
Member of the International Justice Mission Club 
Community Life Intern 

Professional Goals 
Maxine plans to attend law school and pursue a joint degree in international law and public policy. Her dream is to start her own nonprofit that is commissioned to seek justice for those who are destitute. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful to Shauna Cohen. She took me in when I was in high school and has raised me as her own. She has shown me selflessness and abundant generosity when she was in no way required to do so. I would not be who or where I am today without her, she has always encouraged and inspired me, picked me up when I'm down, and most importantly, pointed me back to Christ. 

Emma Blake • Spring 2022 
Major in Nursing 

Awards and Distinctions 
Member of the Sigma Theta Tae Nursing Society 

Professional Goals 
Emma plans to pursue a master’s degree in nursing to eventually become a CRNA. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My mom for raising me and always pushing me to study hard, love with my whole heart, and be a strong woman 

Emilie Golden • Spring 2022 
Major in English, Concentration in Creative Writing 
Major in Graphic Design, Concentration in Graphic Design 

Awards and Distinctions 
Published Author and Poet in the 2021 and 2022 Dazed Starling Literary Journals 
Gold ADDY award at the local level, 2022 

Professional Goals 
After graduation, Emilie has a position lined up with CBU’s Office of Student Success. She plans to continue serving the CBU community through this position, helping to promote student and administrative support and success. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I would not be where I am today without the amazing professors and friends that I have built relationships with during my time at CBU—they have continued to push me to put my best work forward. I am also grateful to my family and fiancé for sticking with me through all the degree changes, successes, and breakdowns, of which there were many.  

Cassidy Martin • Spring 2022 
Major in Early Childhood Studies 

Professional Goals 
Cassidy plans to become an elementary school teacher. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My parents, two of the most amazing educators I know. I want to be just like them when I become a teacher. 

Claire Miller • Spring 2022 
Major in Psychology 

Professional Goals 
After getting her master's degree, Claire hopes to work as a therapist in a rehabilitation center for young people dealing with substance abuse. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am most grateful for my mom because she is my biggest support and she’s shown me how to be a hard-working woman. 

Noah Sigsbee • Spring 2022 
Major in History 
Major in English 

Professional Goals 
After graduating with his undergraduate degree, Noah plans to pursue his credential to teach High School history. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
I am grateful for my parents because they always support me in every way as well as help me keep perspective for my future. 

Spencer Thompson • Fall 2022 
Major in Mathematics 
Major in Christian Studies, Concentration in Global Studies 

Professional Goals 
Spencer plans to become a data analyst. 

For whom are you grateful for your success, and why? 
My parents for always pushing me to do my best.