School of Art and Design Announces Outstanding Students
Crystal Choi: Outstanding Undergraduate Student
Crystal Choi has been named both the Outstanding Undergraduate Student from the School of Art and Design and the 2025 Outstanding Undergraduate for the entire College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts at SDSU. An Art History major with a minor in Interdisciplinary Studies, Crystal has demonstrated a deep commitment to cultural representation, museum accessibility, and academic excellence.
“My goal is to create museum spaces that reflect the richness and diversity of the communities they serve,” Crystal shared. Her passion for Asian diasporic art, inclusive exhibition design, and curatorial research has shaped her academic journey and career aspirations. Following graduation, she plans to work in art conservation or curatorial research, with the goal of pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in Art History or Conservation and eventually teaching at the college level.
Crystal credits much of her growth to the mentorship of Dr. Gillian Sneed, who she says “gave me the confidence to believe that a future in the arts—whether in conservation, curation, or higher education—was not only possible, but worthwhile.” From guiding her research to helping revive the Art History Club, Dr. Sneed’s support has been pivotal. Crystal’s story is one of resilience, empathy, and a visionary approach to the arts.
Yena Kim: Outstanding Graduate Student
Coming Soon.
