PSFA STORIES
PSFA Stories is a round-up of curated links, as well as articles about the SDSU College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts written by the PSFA Communications Team and student interns building their portfolios.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Aika Tsuda, Theatre Arts
Jul 19As 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Sarah Salonga, School of Theatre, Television, and Film
Jul 2Sarah 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Adriana Villa, Mass Communication from the School of Journalism and Media Studies
Jun 13Adriana Villa has been named the Outstanding Graduate Student in Mass Communication from the SDSU School of Journalism and Media Studies.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Larissa Rodriguez, Criminal Justice and Criminology from the School of Public Affairs
Jun 5Larissa’s academic journey is a testament to her resilience and commitment to effecting change in the criminal justice system.
Outstanding Student Michael Edison Cartas: School of Music and Dance
May 16At 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Justine Murray, School of Public Affairs
May 14As a master's student, Murray faced the difficulties of trying to finish her master's program while pursuing her career in government.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Robin North, School of Art and Design
May 14In 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Brianna Pham, School of Communication
May 14Pham 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Tracy Bobko, School of Journalism and Media Studies
May 14As 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.
Outstanding Graduate Student: Elizabeth Ichikawa, School of Public Affairs Global Campus Program
May 14Ichikawa’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.
Outstanding Student: Ryan Kehl, School of Journalism and Media Studies
May 10Ryan Kehl's journey through San Diego State University's Journalism and Media Studies program has been marked by resilience, dedication, and a passion for storytelling.
Outstanding Student: Jason Andrew Carr, Air Force ROTC
May 10Jason Andrew Carr is a beacon of dedication and service within San Diego State University's Air Force ROTC program.
Outstanding Student: Alyssa Moreno, Dance
May 10Upon graduation, Alyssa Moreno wants to help students explore their identities in college like she did during her time at San Diego State University.
Outstanding Student: Isabella Muscatell, Health Communication
May 10While at San Diego State University, Isabella Muscatell has been a standout Health Communication student, an excellent member of the Health Communication Student Organization executive board, and a Peer Health Educator with the Well-Being and Health Promotion Office.
Isabel Annalia Villegas-Glang Named Outstanding PSFA Student for 2024 and also Outstanding Student in the School of Communication
May 10Isabel Annalia Villegas-Glang’s resilience, dedication, creativity, and tenacity have seen her named not only the 2024 Outstanding Student in the School of Communication but also the Outstanding Student for the entire College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts.
Outstanding Student: Matthew Lee, Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps
May 10Matthew Lee's training as a civil engineering major and naval science minor saw him selected for his “dream job” and feels his “dream school” has set him up to do well.
Outstanding Student: Joshua Unrau, Recreation Tourism Management
May 10While at San Diego State University, Joshua Unrau participated in an eight month internship at Walt Disney World.
Outstanding Student: Sheba Candor, School of Public Affairs
May 6Sheba Candor has been selected as the Outstanding Graduate for the School of Public Affairs for Public Administration.
Outstanding Student: Isabel Adamos, School of Theatre, Television, and Film
May 6Isabel Adamos has been selected as the Outstanding Graduate for the School of Theatre, Television, and Film, in the Television, Film, and New Media program.