Student Advocacy Activities Leadership Team - SAALT

Intended Pathway: Physical Science/Personal Training

Why did you choose CC? It was a college that was close to where I live, which was convenient for me.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I'm hoping to make campus feel even more welcomed and inclusive for all students!

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I wanted to connect more with students at Centralia College and put on events that people would genuinely enjoy.

What is your advice for new students? You only get what you put into it, so don't hold back. Get involved, meet new people, and make the most of the time (and money) you have here!

Interests and Hobbies: I enjoy watching anime, play video games and Magic: The Gathering. Above all, I love lifting weights.

Intended Pathway: Pre-Nursing/Nursing

Why did you choose CC? I chose CC due to its welcoming campus, amazing resources, the outstanding nursing program, and of course soccer!

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I want SAALT to continue to build a welcoming environment on campus and voice student opinions on campus to make a lasting impact.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I chose to get involved on campus because it enhances your college experience and I like leaving things better than I found them or making a lasting impact.

What is your advice for new students? My best advice for new students is to get involved. Getting involved connects you with other people who can make your college experience amazing!

Interests and Hobbies: Outside of SAALT I play on the women's soccer team. I love all things music. I enjoy lifting weights, reading in my spare time, and trying new foods.

Intended Pathway: Mechanical Engineering

Why did you choose CC? I chose CC because of its location, price, scholarships, and because of its healthy and supportive community.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I want SAALT to increase student engagement in our student government as well as provide information on our campus's resources to students in a more fun and entertaining/engaging way.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I chose to get involved because I wanted to give back to the wonderful community while simultaneously increasing my leadership prowess and wisdom.

What is your advice for new students? My advice for new students is to seek help early, be ok with failure, and to try your best and forget the rest.

Interests and Hobbies: My interests and hobbies are engineering, 3D design, music, sports, and Bible study.

Intended Pathway: Behavioral Health

Why did you choose CC? I chose Centralia College because it is local (support local!!) and both of my children graduated from here a few years ago, so it is unique and fun to keep it in the family. I like CC because of its size, small town feel, awesome faculty, and student engagement.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I would like to see SAALT step out of the box and do something unique, like a new tradition to carry over year to year.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I chose to get involved on campus for two reasons: get our young adults registered to vote and to be a voice for the military demographic here on campus. I also have ideas in other areas of civic engagement.

What is your advice for new students? My advice for new students would be to dedicate a timeframe each week for a day, or even a few hours to practice self-care. If you are in a state of regular anxiety, stress, or worry, it's more difficult to reach your full potential. A day to do nothing but sleep, see friends, play video games, binge watch t.v.,, or whatever self-care looks like to you—do it!

Interests and Hobbies: My interests and hobbies include writing/journaling, documenting life events, all things in school (I'm a grade-chaser!), and self-sufficiency skills.

Intended Pathway: K-12 Education in Art

Why did you choose CC? I chose Centralia because it is such a close and available campus. I also chose it because of how friendly the teachers and staff are and the theatre program.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I want SAALT to be able to tie students to the community, students to students, have people more involved in the college by attending events and clubs, and make Centralia College a welcoming place.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I chose to get involved on campus because I love to be a busybody, and I wanted to make a difference before I move off to continue my education.

What is your advice for new students? The advice that I would give to new students for Centralia College is to not be scared to get involved. I couldn't recommend more than anything to get involved with events and clubs, and do not be scared to try something new.

Interests and Hobbies: My interests are theatre, public speaking, drawing, flower-making, animal-raising, and art.

Intended Pathway: Psychology

Why did you choose CC? I chose CC because I was fortunate enough to be recruited by the Centralia College women’s soccer team, which was initially what motivated me to move here. But also, when I came to tour the campus, I fell in love with the campus feel, as everyone was very welcoming, and I especially loved the stone pathways located around campus.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I want SAALT to foster an interactive, welcoming, and fun environment for all students to enjoy. 

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I chose to be involved on campus because when I was in high school, I was always involved in school-wide activities, so it felt natural to continue those efforts into college.

What is your advice for new students? Put yourself out there and don’t be afraid to fail!

Interests and Hobbies: I love to explore the outdoors by hiking and kayaking!

Intended Pathway: Pre-Med

Why did you choose CC? Because of its history with my community and the support they've shown to people around me.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? A big increase in student engagement and resource awareness.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? Because I can, and I believe the able should strive to help those around them and that’s what I hope to do by being involved!

What is your advice for new students? To get involved, it makes life so much better. I've had opportunities and experiences open just by being an active part of this community.

Interests and Hobbies: I love cross country, track, wrestling, video games, drawing, painting, baking, volunteer work, and I have a hobby of collecting hobbies!

Intended Pathway: Psychology

Why did you choose CC? I chose Centralia College because it was close to home and I was given the opportunity to play soccer here.

What do you want SAALT to achieve this year? I want SAALT to make the campus environment welcoming and supportive to all the students that attend Centralia College.

Why did you choose to get involved on campus? I had friends who were involved in SAALT before me and it made me want to be involved and make a difference in the community.

What is your advice for new students? Be yourself and prioritize deadlines so you don’t fall behind.

Interests and Hobbies: I listen to music and I play soccer.