The Advisory Council plays a pivotal role in strengthening connections between alumni and the broader Stan State community by serving as the elected advisory body of the Alumni Association. Acting as a bridge between California State University, Stanislaus, its alumni, students, the University community, and the public, the council works to achieve several key goals:
- Enhancing Stan State’s reputation as a premier institution of learning.
- Fostering stronger relationships between the University, its communities, and its students and alumni.
- Supporting University initiatives, including fundraising efforts, programs, and events.
- Providing alumni with services and benefits that enhance the value of their Stan State experience post-graduation.
- Instilling a sense of pride in alumni for their alma mater.
- Assisting students and alumni in their career pursuits.
Through its programs and initiatives, the council actively promotes engagement, pride, and collaboration, furthering the mission of Stanislaus State and strengthening the bonds that connect the entire University community.
Advisory Council Members
Ana York, Ph.D. (’95)
Alumni Council Chair
Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Jamil Stell (’08)
Alumni Council Vice Chair
Director, Central Valley Chi Alpha
Natalie Dykzeul (’16)
CSU Systemwide Representative
Genetic Counselor, Stanford Children’s Health
Eileen Hamilton (’88)
Board Member, UC Merced
Adrian Harrell (’98)
President & CEO, New Bridge Management
Catalina Kaur (’16)
Prevention Coordinator
San Joaquin County Office of Education
Clarissa Lonn, Ed.D. (’03, ’13)
Associate Dean of Students, Stanislaus State
Krishan Malhotra, (’22, ’23)
Budget Analyst at the California Department of Finance
Sean Newland (’08)
Attorney, DLA Piper LLP
Maryn Pitt (’07)
Executive Director at Manufacturer's Council of the Central Valley
Tracey Potts (’00, '11)
Counselor, Modesto Junior College
Isaías Rumayor, Jr., Ed.D. (’99, ’14,’19)
Director III, Modesto City Schools
Anthony Sims (’20)
Economic Development Director - Communications Officer, City of Turlock
Alex Walker (’20)
Real Estate Agent, Craft and Bauer
Student Representatives
More information coming soon.
Updated: August 10, 2026