2024-2025
Board of Directors
The 12 members of SNA’s Board of Directors are elected yearly by SNA members to provide strategic leadership in the fulfillment of SNA’s mission to support and encourage the growth of nursing students through increasing involvement, partnership, networking, and community service.
President
Jackie Aquino - ABSN 45 csusm.sna.president@gmail.com
Jackie graduated from UCLA with a B.S. in Biochemistry. She is currently interested in working in Med-Surg Tele because she is undecided on where she should go. And that’s okay. Prior to nursing school, Jackie worked in a lung transplant research lab and a toxicology lab. Besides school, Jackie loves completing escape rooms across the country, prepping for half marathons, and enjoying everything Disney.
Vice President
Michael Huynh - ABSN 45 csusm.sna.vp@gmail.com
Michael graduated from UC Irvine in 2021 with a B.S. in Human Biology. He volunteered as a Health Scholar for 2 years at St. Joseph's Hospital. He would love to work in the Emergency Room, ICU, and hopefully CRNA someday. Aside from school, he loves to take film photographs, play piano, watch movies, rock climb, go on hikes, and eat good food. He is excited to be the vice president and hopes for an amazing year with SNA!
Communications Director
Dez Godinez - ABSN 45 csusm.sna.comm.director@gmail.com
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Dez graduated from UC Davis in 2021 with two Bachelor's degrees in Sociology & Spanish. After graduating, she became a certified paralegal with plans of attending law school, but after working in multiple law offices, she decided it wasn't for her. She then became a preschool teacher, which led her to discover her passion for children's health & her future in pediatric/neonate nursing. Besides school, Dez loves her job at Victoria's Secret, music, her cat named Schnookms, pad see ew, spending time with friends & family, running, and lego flowers.
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Secretary
Jhamille Sagun - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.secretary@gmail.com
​Jhamille has earned degrees in English, Literature, and Technical Communication,. Transitioning from helping write pharmaceutical documents and crafting user-friendly manuals to nursing, she's driven by a strong desire to contribute positively to people's lives. With her sights on cardiac nursing, she is equally excited to try on different hats and explore a variety of interests. When she’s not studying, she finds joy in the company of her two furry kids, often spotted at Ocean Beach's dog beach or Nate's Point Dog Park, always losing herself in the pages of a good book.
Student Affairs Director
Eunji Yoon - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.studentaffairs@gmail.com
Eunji graduated from UCI with a bachelor's in Psychology and Social Behavior. Although she wants to wait before making a decision about which specialty she wants to go into, she is interested in learning more about pediatrics. Currently, Eunji is working as a CNA on a medical oncology floor. Outside of school, Eunji's usually watching re-runs of Criminal Minds, spending time with her family and friends, or taking a nap on a couch somewhere.
Legislative Director
Carey Luce - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.legislative.director@gmail.com
Carey received a degree in Communications from Saint Mary’s College of California where she was also a full scholarship athlete on the Women’s Basketball team. Prior to attending CSUSM, Carey worked as a web and digital designer for professional and collegiate sports organizations. Now as a nursing student, she is most interested women’s health, but is excited to see what other specialties spark her interest while in school. In her free time, Carey likes to watch Bravo shows, ride her Peloton bike, and spend time at the beach with her husband, 3-year-old, and two dogs.
Treasurer
Analiese Dalton - TBSN 19 csusm.sna.treasurer@gmail.com
Analiese is currently not set on a speciality, however she is interested in the ER or ICU, with a plan of continuing school to become a CRNA. Outside of school she enjoys working out, spending time with family, and trying new hobbies like dance!
Activities Director
Bre Becker - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.activities@gmail.com
Bre graduated from UCSD in 2022 with a BS in Human Biology. She hopes to specialize in Trauma ICU. Other than school, she enjoys reading, going to the beach, and walking her dog. She is excited to be the Activities Coordinator and to host fun nursing activities!
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Breakthrough to Nursing Director
Sydney Cerecedes - TBSN 18 csusm.sna.btn@gmail.com
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Sydney is currently interested in OB, Pediatrics, ED, and NICU. In her free time, she loves hanging out with friends and family. She loves taking her dogs for hikes and she loves traveling. She is excited to be the new breakthrough nursing director because she gets to engage in the community and get more people interested in nursing/health care.
Fundraising Coordinator
Michelle Ho - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.fundraising@gmail.com
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Michelle graduated from UC Santa Barbara in 2022 with a BA in Communication. She is still undecided on what her nursing specialty will be, but she is interested in pediatrics, women's health, and emergency medicine. Outside of school, Michelle loves to bake, take photos, and walk aimlessly around Costco. She also dabbles in floral arranging from time to time. She is excited to serve on the SNA board as the fundraising coordinator!
Membership director
Amanda Harden - ABSN 46 csusm.sna.membershipdirector@gmail.com
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Amanda graduated from SDSU with a B.S. in Business Management specializing in Human Resources. After deciding office work wasn't the right fit, she decided to pursue a much more rewarding career in nursing. She's currently interested in Labor and Delivery or NICU because of her passion for women's health and wellness. She would also love to become a clinical instructor one day. In her free time, Amanda loves to explore new coffee shops, restaurants, and farmers markets with her friends!
Cohort Representatives for TBSN & ABSN are the go-to for questions and concerns for your cohort.
Madeline So & Penelope Adams -TBSN 18
Angela Lynn Cayas & Bella Lamonea - ABSN 44
Jacquelyn Aquino & Carina Moore - ABSN 45