Executive Board and Faculty Advisor

EXECUTIVE PRESIDENT

Sabrina Moreno
cassa.president@gmail.com 

Hello everyone!

My name is Sabrina Moreno, and I am a Child and Adolescent Studies major. To provide some context, I am a transfer student from Fullerton College and in my senior year here at CSUF. My educational goal is to receive my Bachelor's Degree, Bilingual Authorization Credential, and Multiple Subject Credential in order to become an elementary school teacher in a dual immersion setting. I am so excited to be this year’s Executive President here at CASSA. This role requires me to lead my team of board members with grace and passion, manage CASSA meetings, and be the spokesperson for all CASSA members and those involved in our club. In my free time, I like to bake, listen to music, take pictures with my friends, go to Disneyland, and keep up with Angel City Soccer. I’m pleased to have introduced myself, and I hope you have a lovely year ahead!

“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow” -Audrey Hepburn

VICE PRESIDENT

Isabella Zarco
cassa.vicepresident@gmail.com

Hi Everyone! I serve as the Vice President and the Informational Manager. I am happy to be back on the board for a second year! I have enjoyed getting to know CASSA members and be involved in our community. I hope to graduate this Spring 2025 as a CAS major with a Psychology minor. I hope to get my masters in education and research resilience in marginalized youth. In my free time I like to go hiking and read books! I hope to see you all at meetings. 

“Do a loony-goony dance 'Cross the kitchen floor,Put something silly in the world, That ain't been there before.”- Shel Silverstein, A Light in the Attic

FINANCE MANAGER

Rudy Castellanos 
cassa.finance@gmail.com

Hi All! My name is Rudy Castellanos  I am a fourth-year of Child and Adolescent Studies major with a in family and community contexts, I am focused on working as an adolescent so I can become a High school or college counselor.My future goal for my row and Cassa  is raise up a lot of money for fundraiser so we can provide you more fun activity.My favorite Cas  class was 300 Because it helped me to work on the resume and the cover letter towards my career and also Did a story about yourself why you want to become a Cas major and I really enjoyed it. 

If you live day by day and do the best you can, then you'll have a great future. Jason David Frank 

COMMUNITY PROJECT MANAGERS

Kallen Najera
cassa.community1@gmail.com

Hello everyone! 

It has been a pleasure to serve as one of your CASSA Community Projects Managers this 2024-2025 school year. If I have not had the chance to talk to you, My name is Kallen Najera. I am a fourth year Child and Adolescent Studies major with an emphasis on Elementary School Settings. Yes, I am an aspiring Elementary School Teacher! Please feel free to request a specific type of volunteer opportunity or ask a question. If you have any questions, ask away! Life is all about learning and growing as a person. I am an open book. I struggle as a student at times, if I could make it easier for you, trust me I would. 

COMMUNITY PROJECT MANAGERS

Montana Bear
cassa.community1@gmail.com

My name is Montana Baer, and I’m one of the community project managers this year. My goal for the club is to organize fun and engaging events that not only connect us with the community but also give us valuable experience working with children. I’m currently a senior, and after graduation, I plan to enter the credential program here at Cal State Fullerton to become an elementary school teacher. One of my favorite classes as a student has been Kinesiology 386, which was very hands-on and taught me creative ways to keep students active and healthy while also practicing those activities with my peers. And here’s a fun hot take: chai is definitely better than coffee!

‘When one teaches, two learn.’ –Robert Heinlein

DEPARTMENTAL AWARDS AND ACTIVITIES
MANAGERS

Yonny Chavez
cassa.activities@gmail.com

Hey Everyone, it is an honor to serve on this year's CASSA executive board. A bit about myself, I am a Cell and Developmental Biology major and am minoring in Food Studies because I LOVE FOOD. I have an ambition to become one of the greatest if not THE GREATEST pediatrician in the world because I believe that children are the future. This is my final year at CSUF and I plan on working in my research in the lab of Dr. Nikolas Nikolaidis until I get into medical school. I have lots of hobbies: running, sleeping, journaling, sleeping, randomly talking to strangers, and sleeping...I know, very original lol. Anyways, don't let my shades scare you from talking to me, I'm always interested in what people have to say about anything... except horoscopes (I don't understand those)".

"The circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant, it is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are" -Mewtwo (Pokemon The First Movie)

PROFESSIONAL & CAREER DEVELOPMENT

MANAGER

Sofia Rodriquez
cassa.profdevelopment@gmail.com

My major is child and adolescent studies with an emphasis in elementary settings. After graduating I hope to attend a combined masters and multiple subject credential program to become and elementary teacher. Outside of school I love spending time outside running or taking care of my many house plants! 

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”.

INTERCLUB COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE

Brianna Arango Barquin 
cassaiccrep@gmail.com

Hello! My name is Brianna but you can call me Bri and I am the ICC Rep of CASSA! My major is Child and Adolescent studies emphasized on Family and Community Context and my dream career is to become a Certified Child Life Specialist. I’ve always wanted to work with children but wasn’t sure what I wanted to do until I took a Child Life and Theory class here then fell in love with the profession. The reason why I joined CASSA was to get out of my little shell and try to make friends while gaining hours and cool opportunities here within the association!

INFORMATION MANAGER 

To Be Determined! 
cassa.information@gmail.com

MEMBERSHIP MANAGER

Katrina Price 
cassa.membership@gmail.com 

Hello everyone! My name is Katrina Price and I am the membership manager for CASSA for Fall 2024 to Spring 2025. The best activity with being membership manager is getting to interact with the awesome, amazing incoming CASSA members! Being involved with this club has allowed me to connect with more CAS majors who have similar interests in career goals. I am finishing my BA this year with a major in Liberal Studies and an emphasis in elementary education. My hope is to attend the credential program here at Cal State Fullerton and work my way towards becoming an elementary school teacher. Some of my hobbies outside of school are playing video games, cooking, and exploring new places. 

“You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” -Winnie the Pooh

CREATIVE CONTENT MANAGER

Alondra Maldonado
cassa.creativecontent@gmail.com

Hi Friends! My name is Alondra Maldonado, I am a junior majoring in Child & Adolescents with an emphasis in Family & Community Context. My dream career is to become a Child Life Specialist and work at a children's hospital supporting children through tough procedures. I am excited to be a part of CASSA this year as the Creative Content Manager. I hope you consider joining CASSA, either as a member or on the board. My involvement has taught me so much, from handling challenges to becoming more organized with everything on my plate. Some fun facts about me is that I am addicted to sweets and I enjoy crafting activities . 

 You are Braver than you believe, Stronger than you seem, and Smarter than you think - Winnie The Pooh

FACULTY ADVISOR

Dr. Guadalupe Diaz Lara 

FACULTY ADVISOR

Dr. Joyce Lin