Shiara has shown her strengths and commitment to Cal Poly Humboldt through her employment at both the Social Justice, Equity, and Inclusion Center (SJEIC) and the Center for Community Based Learning (CCBL). As a staff writer, editor, and Communications Coordinator for Redwood Roots Digital Magazine, Shiara has streamlined many processes for social media outreach and continuously takes initiative to make the magazine more inclusive.
For Princess, every moment of her time and every fiber of her being is oriented to what might be called “community service” in this award context, but is perhaps better captured by the concept “indigenous revitalization and community healing.” She has been actively serving her community since she was at least 16. As an enrolled Hoopa tribal member (also Yurok/Karuk), she has been a role model and mentor, giving presentations and workshops on cultural practices and healing in myriad venues, and publishing and working formally in these areas as well.
Chelsea became a Womxn’s Resource Center (WRC) intern in November 2020; and by the beginning of spring 2021, Chelsea was hired on as the Fiscal & Staff Coordinator, a position they continue to hold. Chelsea is organized, hard working, and is a model teammate. Chelsea is a fierce advocate for underrepresented groups and is dedicated to educating others about what they can do to better the world.
Since joining the men's soccer program in 2017, Motoki has been a huge part of our team both on and off the field. In every season since 2018, he has been one of the top on our team for minutes played and he has been a team captain since 2019. Motoki has excelled through an amazing dedication and work ethic. As a leader for our program he has coordinated and participated in many community service projects, including coaching soccer camps and has made a positive difference in the lives of many young soccer players.
Michael joined Humboldt Men’s Crew in the Spring of 2021 when Rec Sports Clubs were fully virtual. Michael came reliably to voluntary practices and trained hard. Michael leads by example, both at practice and academics. He is always in attendance whether voluntary or mandatory. This season we practiced five days a week, plus asked members to do two optional lift sessions, which meant approximately 15+ hours of Michael’s week was dedicated to crew practice.
Makani is pursuing a degree in both Music Performance and Applied Mathematics. The Music Performance degree requires a substantial academic core of classes plus a rigorous public performance requirement, including: performing in multiple ensembles every semester and a solo senior recital which displays the culmination of their musical study on their instrument.
Lizbeth has shown consistent leadership in student government, advocating for her community to be included in the decision making process that impacts students as well as her work at El Centro through her role as Marketing and Social media specialist. During her time working at El Centro, Lizbeth has brought people from different and diverse backgrounds together, through the events and activities she has convened such as "camino con accion" and the various social media campaigns she has engaged in to promote El Centro.