PSFA STORIES

As an international student from Japan, Aika Tsuda has proven herself to be a remarkable talent with a relentless drive to bridge cultural divides through the power of translation and dramaturgy.

Sarah Salonga is a dynamic force in the world of musical theatre, blending her passion for Original Pilipino Music (OPM) with her extensive academic and creative endeavors.

Adriana Villa has been named the Outstanding Graduate Student in Mass Communication from the SDSU School of Journalism and Media Studies.

Larissa’s academic journey is a testament to her resilience and commitment to effecting change in the criminal justice system.

At San Diego State University, Edison Cartas excels in the music education program, driven by his passion, commitment, and community involvement, while aspiring to inspire future generations as a secondary music educator.

As a master's student, Murray faced the difficulties of trying to finish her master's program while pursuing her career in government.

In his time at SDSU Robin North developed his artistic style and fostered a love for education that would lead him towards the next chapter of his life.

Pham has always had a passion for advocacy, and knowing that others were not given the same opportunities that she had has inspired her to work that much harder.

As an SDSU graduate student, Bobko excelled, and her research paper Exploring the Possibilities of Edu-Metaverse: A New 3D Ecosystem Model for Innovative Learning, was published by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Ichikawa’s research centers on how implicit bias affects the court investigation process. As a supervising court investigator in Solano County, she works to protect the rights of vulnerable populations like children or the elderly.