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I am a new part time lecturer for Ethnic Studies, it is wonderful to meet you all and hope to make an impact in my classes this semester. I am excited to come back to the classroom and hope to get the hang of this virtual setting.

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I am joining the Accounting Department as an Assistant Professor in the Stockton Campus. I’m coming from University of Wisconsin Platteville where I taught Accounting and Finance Courses as an Assistant Professor. I have a Doctorate in Business Administration in from University of Wisconsin Whitewater and a Masters in Finance from Duke University. My current research focuses on improving the cognitive abilities of auditors so they enhance the detection misstatements items when investigating audited financial statements in companies. Teaching is a second and more awesome career for me. I spent fifteen as an Accounting and Finance Manager for various organization.

I’m originally from Chicago, but have lived in various areas of the United States and the Caribbean. I spending exercising, reading biographies, listening to music, and participating in volunteer work. I’m excited to join Stan State, and I’m looking forward to meeting folks on campus!

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I am joining the Sociology Department as an Assistant Professor. I study the consequences of the expansions of the carceral state and mass surveillance, particularly within the lives of marginalized people, utilizing a Reproductive Justice framework. My current research is focused on the sterilization of incarcerated and criminalized people and the proliferation of eugenics-based social policies.

I’m originally from Ohio, but have spent the last six years in the south (Tennessee and Arkansas). I love spending time outdoors with my dog, watching (and listening to podcasts about) movies, seeing live music, and learning about outdoor photography. I’m excited to join Stan State, and I’m looking forward to meeting folks on campus!

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I am a new Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department. Before joining the faculty at Stan, I was an Assistant Professor at King's College in Pennsylvania. I did my PhD at Villanova University with research specialties in Ancient Chinese Philosophy and 20th Continental Philosophy.

I'm originally from Baltimore, Maryland. I've also lived in Pittsburgh, Atlanta, and Philadelphia. I love beaches, mountains, hiking, and dogs (and especially hiking with dogs in the mountains). I'm excited to join the Stan State community and to explore the region! Any tips you have for an East Coast transplant are most welcome :)

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Hi everybody.  I am so glad this padlet is here, since unfortunately I am attending another four-day workshop that conflicts with almost all of this orientation programming.  I will be able to attend only on Thursday.

I am a new Assistant Professor in the History Department.  I teach ethnic/immigration history, public history, and US history surveys.  My research focuses on U.S. immigration policy history and the human experience of, especially, undocumented immigrants and people detained by US immigration regimes (INS then ICE) in the post-WWII era.

As a first-generation college graduate and graduate student and as a former undergraduate academic advisor, I look forward helping our students navigate both my classes and their higher education paths.

I am a native Californian who after twelve years in the mountain west is elated to be home.  I grew up in the San Francisco East Bay (Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley) but, as it turns out, my family has moved out this way and I have followed them.  I enjoy spending time with family (including my 13-year-old son), cooking, getting into the mountains, and taking long walks.  After far too long in my PhD program and four years of contingent work, I am looking forward to being able to travel for pleasure again.

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Hi Everyone-

I am a new Assistant Professor in the Biology Department. I am originally from the Santa Cruz mountains, went to UC Santa Cruz for my undergraduate degree, then Louisiana state for graduate school, and recently was at Occidental College in Los Angeles for postdoctoral work. My research concentrates on the evolution, ecology, and distributions of birds of the Americas.

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Hi! I'm posting this at the end of the Orientation. I feel more comfortable that way. :)
During the last few days I felt very welcome and truly happy to be here.
What I learned is that I have even more in common with the student population than I thought, and that it might be helpful that I share that. My life journey was very rocky. But now I am a tenure-track faculty in the Computer Science department! If I could do it, our students can do it too.
I've spent the last year knitting. It's like programming, but the results are real. :) I made myself a new faculty wardrobe. And what's nice about it is when I get bored of it, I can tear it up and knit something else again. Sustainable fashion!
Happy to be here. And look forward to sharing the teaching, research and service experiences with you.

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Hello! My name is Kirsten Jasek-Rysdahl.

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I am a new faculty member in the Social Work Department. I am originally from New York, but have been here for quite a few years when my husband joined the Economics Department here.

Outside of work I love to spend time with my family (including our animals), experimenting with vegan cooking/baking, knitting/crocheting, making soap, yoga, and wine tasting in our beautiful state!

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Hi all!

My name is Cash Bortner!  Last spring, I graduated from North Carolina State University, and this fall I am joining the Math Department as an Assistant Professor.

In my free time, I love watching sports (especially the New York Yankees and Nebraska Cornhuskers), hiking, cooking/baking, and spending time with my wife and our four animals (two dogs and two cats). We've really loved the Turlock area so far, and can't wait to explore more!

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Hi Everyone:

My name is Liancheng Fu. I have just graduated from Washington State University, receiving a Ph.D. in Accounting, and of course, I am joining the Department of Accounting and Finance as an Assistant Professor.

I like hiking and skiing, which makes Turlock the perfect spot for me. I like to cook and make pour-over coffee. Looking forward to joining Stan Stated. Hope to see everyone soon!

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Hello everyone! My name is Christine De Jong. I am a new part-time faculty in the Kinesiology Department. I am excited to be back at Stan State. I graduated from CSU Stanislaus with my Kinesiology Degree and received my single-subject teaching credential in P.E. I spent 7 years teaching middle school students. I also taught P.E. classes to homeschool students in the park during the past year.

I have two little ones so I spend my free time with them and my husband. We enjoy going for walks and exploring all the different parks we have around town. When I have time in my schedule I enjoy coaching middle school basketball (I coached 19 - 6th graders last season)!

It’s great to be back at Stan State!

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Beyond right and wrong, there is a field, I will meet you there - Rumi

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I am Donnieau [da-nee-ah] Snyder. I have been a lecturer here at CSU Stanislaus for close to 10 years and am so joyful to join CSU Stanislaus as an Assistant Professor in the Counselor Education department.

In my free time, I work as a vocal artist. I have a mental health radio show (internet based), a podcast (on mental health), and am working on developing a children's educational television show focusing on mental health and other valuable life lessons. I am also a social justice seeker, giving talks on gender justice and spiritual practices, for a more inclusive world.

When I am ready to unplug from the world, I enjoy meditation and use it extensively. While meditating, I enjoy being closer to where natural nature tends to exist in greater abundance.

My greatest motivation to live life to the fullest is my partner as we enjoy spending time with our pets (cat and turtle), family, and friends. I am always up for a chat over a nice cup of coffee or tea.

I look forward to meeting you!

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Hi Everyone,
My name is Jeanette Pirlo and I will be starting as the Assistant Prof of Evolutionary Bio in the Bio Dept. I am a vertebrate paleontologist focused on niche partitioning among megaherbivores. Fun fact: not a fan of dinosaurs, but learning to respect them for the sake of our students lol. In addition to my paleo work, I am also researching how we as mentors influence science identity development of students from historically excluded communities.

I grew up near Turlock (Manteca) and intimately understand the difficulties that students from our community face in entering STEM careers. As a first-gen Mexicana from the area, I hope to share my story and help other students find their success.

Personally, I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, fishing, or just floating on a body of water. I spent the last 6 years in Florida and I'm so excited to be back in the valley where it's not humid and the constant mosquito attacks are reduced! I am looking forward to discovering new hobbies and developing my community at Stan State!

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My name is Melania and I am a new hire as part-time faculty in the school of nursing. I will be one of the clinical faculty members in the pre-licensure clinical practicum. I am a recent DNP graduate from Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing.

I have two kiddos, ages 10 and 3. I also have two fur babies...as well as two feathered friends who like to talk to me when I am in zoom meetings.

I love traveling and spending time with my family. I am hoping to mentor the next generation of nurses and grow professionally as an educator. I look forward to collaborating with my peers and grow as an instructor.

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A very accurate depiction of our current life phase (on the beach in San Diego)

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Hello! My name is Danielle Turley. I am a recent Mizzou (U of Missouri) graduate. I was a FT Lecturer here at Stan last year and am so thrilled to be starting as an Assistant Prof this fall in the Psychology and Child Development Department.
My focus in research and intertwined in my teaching emphasis is the powerful role of parents in shaping their children's development. Specifically, I love working to empower parents during big changes in their children's lives (hello, Kindergarten!)
Our family is busy, busy. When we aren't on the field watching one of our boys play a sport, then we're cheering on our Kansas City Chiefs! Between sports seasons we love exploring California - hikes, museums, and beaches! San Francisco is our favorite. So excited to call Stan State home!

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Greetings,
My name is Ruthie Torres, the newest member of CAPS. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been previously working as a County Certified 5150 Evaluator. I teach part time at Modesto Junior College in Human Services and Child Development and Serve as Clinical Supervisor for the CAAADE Accredited Counseling in Chemical Dependency Program. I am current working on completing my PsyD in Clinical Psychology.
I enjoy spending time with my family, swimming and having BBQs or big family dinners. I love going to the coast and spend a lot of time in Pacific Grove. I enjoy hiking and walking on the beach. My dream is to retire in Pacific Grove and run a couples/family mental health and wellness retreat.

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Hello - my name is Taylor Whittington and I am a proud graduate of the Educational Leadership Doctoral Program here at Stanislaus State! I am joining the Multidisciplinary Studies (MDIS) team and excited to work with our College Corps students. Hope everyone has a great fall semester and looking forward to connecting virtually and in-person!

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Hi everyone, I'm Justin. I'm an incoming assistant prof in the political science department. I am a political theorist. I'm just wrapping up my PhD in History of Consciousness from UC Santa Cruz. My work is focused on right-wing populist politics in the US and its relationship to neoliberalism. In addition to my research, I like to have friends over for dinner parties, go camping, and I sometimes play ice hockey. I'm excited to be here with you all!

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Hi I am Emy. I have been a staff member for 15 years. Recently I moved to Part time to work with my daughters school schedule. I have a 5 years old daughter (she goes to TC) and my spouse works for a Foster Poultry Farms. We live in Turlock. I am originally from Brazil ( Japanese descendent) and my husband was born in Canada ( British descendent). We love traveling and eating!
I am pretty knowledgeable with everything on campus and local stuff so please feel free to reach me.

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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It's wonderful to have this opportunity to learn a bit about everyone!
My name is Diane Nevárez and I am thrilled to be joining Stan State as an assistant professor in Liberal Studies.

I spent the past 6 years lecturing at UC Irvine and paying too much for rent :) I am really enjoying living in Turlock and taking my kids to the local parks! It's especially meaningful to live in this community since my grandfather first immigrated to Northern California to work as a bracero (working in the fields). I feel very connected to this community and I am looking forward to a wonderful year!

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I am the new Microbial Genomics faculty member in the Department of Biological Sciences, however  I am not new to Stan State. I earned my BS in Biological Sciences a few (or more) years ago and I'm excited to be back. I have been at Fresno State since 2015, but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to transition back to being a Warrior.

When I'm not working, I love spending time with my family and friends, birding, going to the coast, drinking coffee, etc.

I would certainly love to connect with any other parents of young kids to get the kids together!

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Good morning! My name is Leona Calkins and I am excited to be joining CSU Stanislaus as an assistant professor in the Teacher Education Department. I just moved with my family from Las Vegas, NV, though I'm originally from Chicago.

When not working, I love hanging out with my family. My husband is also an educator and we have three kids (10, 7, & 3). We travel as much as we possibly can and enjoy exploring the communities around us. I am looking forward to all the wonderful day trips and weekend getaways that are so close to us here in the central valley.

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I am excited to meet my new colleagues.
I am a lecturer in the English department, have previously served on the faculty development committee, and am currently a faculty fellow studying online education.
Outside of work I am a hobbyist photographer, love hiking, camping and knitting.
Welcome to Stanislaus

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My name is Lauren Fletcher. Excited to be joining the CSU Stanislaus team. I am an assistant professor in the Teacher Education Department. I just moved to the area from Louisville, KY. This will be my first time living in California.

A little about me....

I love the outdoors, from rock climbing, hiking, to skiing. I love to get outside when I can.  I also enjoy playing "tourist" and exploring new towns and local histories. Finally, I could spend hours in a bookstore lingering over pages in children's literature.

For anyone who knows the area please let me know your top spots to explore whether it's a hiking trail or a neat little town to explore.  This will help me in putting together my California Bucket List (I always start these lists when I join a new community).

Looking forward to meeting you all.

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Good morning!  My name is Judy Randle and I am joining Stan State as Assistant Professor in the Criminal Justice Department.  In my free time I run 5ks and in the last couple of years, to save my knees, I have switched out some of that for cycling.

Can anyone recommend some local trails/routes for cycling?

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My name is Joshua Bustamante, I will be a lab instructor in the Physics department. I'm a recent grad from Stan State and have been working as a chemist in an ag. lab since graduating. In my spare time I like to: play games, hike, throw on the wheel and workout. I look forward to this semester and being back on campus!

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I am so excited to meet everyone this week!  Professionally, I have the pleasure of serving as the director for the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership.

Personally, I enjoy creating, meeting people from around the world, and sharing a love of learning new skills in my many hobbies, including knitting, embroidery, making stained glass, and quilting.

Welcome to Stan State, everyone!

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I'm a new hire in the theatre dept, fascinated by the prospect of living in California. My partner, who is from the Bay Area, and I have been living in Wisconsin the last 15 years.