Morgan Hoodenpyle
Operations Coordinator

I am a History and Women's Studies double-major.  Thus, I am wildly excited by all history that relates to women, sexuality, and social justice.  I am passionate about women's political and social issues, the environment, social justice (with a particular interest in environmental justice), cello rock, and the Dome's cappuccinos.   I love to discuss history, literature, and music to great lengths (sometimes too great) and would love for you (yes you!) to visit the Women's Center to learn, explore, discuss, or just chat.

In September of 2006, I was certified as a Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Advocate by the Center for Community Solutions and have a year's worth of informal counseling experience.  Last year I served as the Programming and Events Coordinator for the Women's Center and organized events around issues as diverse as breast and testicular cancer awareness to events on women's history to major musical performances.  I was also the ASI Student Employee of the Year.

Within the Women's Center, my role is to organize the daily functioning of the Center, including our information, services, and volunteers.  I also serve as the Lead Women's Center representative as well as the liaison to the Women's Center Advisory Council.  If you have any questions regarding the general functioning of the Center or would like to volunteer, please feel free to contact me at the Women's Center email, asiwomenscenter@csusm.edu or via my personal email, hoode002@csusm.edu.

Lindsay Riedel
Women's Programming & Events Specialist

I am currently a Senior majoring in Social Sciences and Women's Studies, with a minor in Criminology.  I am very passionate about social justice, political activism, writing, reading, learning, and helping others.  I hope to help people think and develop their understanding about "-ism's" and diversity, and I hope to find a career that allows me to truly make a difference in the world.

In the past two years, my on-campus involvement has greatly affected my experience as a college student for the better.   Last year I served as Secretary of the Women's Studies Student Association (WSSA) and I consistently volunteered at the Women's Center.  Also, I expanded my awareness of political activism and traveled to Washington D.C. to join the anti-war movement.  I received the Junior of the Year award from Associated Students, Inc. and I've been a Dean's List honoree since my Freshman year.  This year, I'm looking forward to being a staff member of the Women's Center, participating in the Student Discussion Leader program, and serving as Co-President of WSSA and Secretary of the Progressive Activists' Network (PAN).

As the Women's Programming and Events Specialist, I will be planning and presenting several events on campus throughout the year.  Be on the lookout for fliers about awesome upcoming events!  Also, I will contribute to the writing and production of The RAG, the Women's Center monthly newsletter.  Please feel free to contact me at riede001@csusm.edu. 

Vacant
Men's Programming & Events Specialist

Herminia Ramirez
Campus & Community Outreach Specialist

My name is Herminia. I am a Women Studies major. I am an activist by heart. Women's Studies is my passion because to be in this major you have to care about what's going on around the world, and you meet people who really care. Women's Studies gives me the drive to be an activist and create change.

I love to sketch and create. My favorite artist is Frida Kahlo. I like to express myself in many ways, like she did. I also like to learn about new cultures. I think every culture is very special and you can never know to much about them because there are so many. I am very passionate about preserving our environment.

 I love working at the Women's Center because it lets me express my activism, and work with awesome people. This will be my second year working at the Women's Center. This year my role has changed a lot, I get to express my creativity through the newsletter, and my most important job is to do a lot of outreach. I am a certified crisis advocate. I love to talk, so come and visit.  You can reach me at ramir102@csusm.edu.

Christina Holmes Volunteer Organizer

Hi Everyone! This is my second year here at San Marcos. I transferred from a community college in Orange County as a Women's Studies major. My passion in education surrounds women's health issues, specifically sexual and reproductive health, although I enjoy studying all social justice and human rights issues. My other personal passions are studying ancient spiritualities, metaphysics, and promoting holistic health. In my free time I enjoy reading historical fiction or watching a good independent film.

I became a certified Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Victim Advocate through the Center for Community Solutions last January. I also hope to become a certified doula (birthing assistant) sometime this year. On campus, I work with Student Health and Counseling Services as an assistant to the health educator, I am the President of the Women's Studies Student Association, and the Treasurer for Triota, the Women's Studies Honor Society.

As the Women's Center Volunteer Coordinator, my goal is to help you get excited about being involved on campus. Not only can we all use your help, but there is so much for you to gain from committing an hour a week to the center. There are many ways to help including helping to plan and coordinate events with community members and campus organizations, publicizing and attending Women's Center events, setting up and running activity tables during our larger events, or writing for the Rag. If you are interested contact me at holme024@csusm.edu, or stop by the Women's Center!

Rodger D'Andréas

Director,

Women's Center & LGBTQ Pride Center

I came to CSU San Marcos in 2002, soon after relocating to San Diego from Texas.  In 2007, I was named Director of the ASI Women's Center & LGBTQ Pride Center.  I come to ASI with 21 years of experience in mental health, counseling, non-profit, and higher education settings.  My primary responsibilities at the ASI Women's Center include oversight of programs and services, training and supervision of Women's Center staff, strategic planning and fiscal management, and collaborations across campus and local communities to promote student leadership opportunities and social justice initiatives. 

My B.A. in Psychology is from The University of Texas at Austin.  I have an M.S. in Counseling Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy from Our Lady of the Lake University of San Antonio.   I also pursued doctoral studies in Counseling Psychology, with an emphasis on Psychological Services to Diverse Populations, at The Lake.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors.   My counseling experience includes extensive work with survivors of gendered violence, LGBTQ individuals and communities, and persons impacted by HIV/AIDS.   Additionally, I have served as a Clinical Supervisor for peer counselors and graduate counseling interns.

My personal passions include family, the beach, fitness, independent film, and most types of music.  My current academic interests include the role of campus involvement in student retention and leadership, LGBTQ issues in higher education, cross-cultural constructions of gender & sexuality, identity politics, and queer and feminist theory.   At CSU San Marcos, I also serve as Adjunct Faculty in Women's Studies & First-Year Programs.

Please feel free to contact me at rdandrea@csusm.edu