Making an Impact in the Coachella Valley
The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus is a community of scholars that are committed to the teaching-learning process that values diversity, emphasizes quality and commits to serving the Coachella Valley region. Our ASI is proud to serve the students of our Palm Desert Campus with a skilled group of staff ready to advocate and program on behalf of its student body. Visit our office and tell us what you would like to see at PDC! We are located in the Rancho Mirage Student Center, RG-111!
A message from your Vice President of Palm Desert Campus
Hello Yotes! My name is Alondra Lopez and I am a 4th-year student at the California State University, San Bernardino, Palm Desert Campus. I am working to acquire my bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in criminal justice. As your Palm Desert Campus Vice President, it is my mission to ensure that each and every one of our students has a sense of belonging on campus. I am eager to enhance the student experience and have you become familiar with Associated Students, Inc. (ASI). It is crucial for students to enjoy their time within the university, and I will put forward my best efforts to achieve my goals as I am here to serve you all. Have fun this academic school year! Make sure to take advantage of all the opportunities this CSU has to offer and attend all of the events on campus! GO YOTES!!
Meet the Team!
The ASI team at the Palm Desert Campus plans and promotes exciting events to connect with the students of PDC, and advocates for their needs.
Palm Desert Campus (PDC) Advisory Committee
The PDC Advisory Committee is an ASI committee composed of students of the Palm Desert Campus. This committee prepares and reviews recommendations to the ASI Board of Directors and discusses efforts that will benefit the students of PDC. See below for the committee schedule and additional information!
Meet the PDC Advisory Committee!
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Alondra Lopez | Chair & Vice President of PDC |
| Miguel Millan | PDC Program Manager |
| Ayanna McAlister | Vice President of Finance |
| Diego Rendon | ASI President |
| Mike Rister | ASI Executive Director |
| Abraham Carbajal | Student at Large |
| Garrett Vratney | Student at Large |
| Felipe Robles-Jimenez | Student at Large |
| Dr. Avi Rodriguez | Executive Director, Student Engagement & Completion |
Learn more about the Student At Large Representatives serving on the PDC Advisory Committee below!
Abraham Carbajal
Major: Biopsychology
Abraham is a proud transfer student from College of the Desert, where he earned his Associate's degree in Psychology. He is currently majoring in Biopsychology, driven by his fascination with the biological roots of behavior. His goal is to eventually contribute to research in neuroscience and human cognition.
Garrett Vratney
Major: Finance
Garrett is a sophomore finance major at PDC. He has always been interested in government and being part of something bigger. He is excited to be part of ASI and help create a great environment for his peers.
Felipe Robles-Jimenez
Major: Kinesiology
Before transferring to CSUSB, Felipe was a member of the Associated Students of College of the Desert, where he spoke to the board about the art initiatives taking place at the Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts. As a student worker involved with the arts, he had the opportunity to assist local artists and individuals coming from as far a Brooklyn, NY. Those experiences helped him understand the importance of creativity & how the arts are honest portrayals of the human experience. Outside of school life, he has been employed with various resorts across the valley, embodying the hospitable environment that people can find themselves in. His free time is spent cycling across the valley & organizing a soccer organization he created called Sin Raza. Felipe is happy to be joining ASI and is excited for what’s to come.