Welcome New Staff
Welcome all the new staff members who joined the BFA team in March!
Title: Custodian
Department: Custodian Services
Born at Mercy Hospital, John is a second generation native. He worked in bath and kitchen remodels before coming to SDSU. His hobbies include woodworking, playing video games, and playing monster trucks with his son.
Title: Office Support Coordinator
Department: Parking Operations and Transportation Services
A San Diego native, Vanessa worked as a Case Manager for the homeless in Downtown San Diego before coming to SDSU. She is learning to speak Korean in her free time.
Title: Custodian
Department: Custodial Services
When asked where she calls home Rocio stated, “Home is with my kids and family because when I’m with them I feel safe, happy and at peace.” Before coming to SDSU, she was a merchandise stocker for Vons. Rocio’s favorite hobby is hiking.
Welcome all the new staff members who joined the BFA team in February!
Title: Irrigation Specialist
Department: Grounds and Landscape Services
When asked where Jose calls home his response was, “Home is where, at the end of the day, my family receives me with open arms.” Before coming to SDSU, Jose didn't see much growth at his previous company, which is why he was excited for this new opportunity. His hobbies include exercising and going on road trips with his family.
Title: Groundsworker
Department: Grounds and Landscape Services
William was born and raised in San Diego and even though he lived in Las Vegas for five years, he considers San Diego his home. Before coming to SDSU, William worked as a wildland firefighter with Palomar Crew 6 for the California Conservation Corps. His hobbies include going to the beach, attending sporting events, hiking and date night with his wife.
Title: Groundsworker
Department: Grounds and Landscape Services
Marcus was born and raised in Paradise Hills but considers all of San Diego his home. His background is in urban agriculture and he worked as a field worker and tree salesman before coming to SDSU. His hobbies include gardening, riding bikes and skateboarding, which he picked up during the 2020 lockdown.
Title: Custodian
Department: Housing Facilities
Maria comes to SDSU with a decade of experience in the casino industry. For her, home is where her loved ones are. Her hobbies include gardening, cooking, and walking.
Title: Associate Controller
Department: University Controller
Susan is a huge foodie from Alpine who previously worked as a director in student financial services at Point Loma Nazarene University. Six years ago, she started a specialty food business called Nut Crumbs, a nut-based, low carb, bread crumb alternative.