SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
University Affairs Office
1801 E. Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609
(707) 664-2057
e-mail: jean.wasp@sonoma.edu
University Affairs Office
1801 E. Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA 94928-3609
(707) 664-2057
e-mail: jean.wasp@sonoma.edu
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 18, 2003 File #351
Contact: Jean Wasp, Media Relations, (707) 664-2057
Students Are Recognized for Outstanding Service
The California State University system recently honored two Sonoma State University students Angela Hoey and Kristen Cortenbach with special awards in recognition of their outstanding service and commitment to their communities.Cortenbach is a volunteer at Sunburst Projects, a local agency that works to create a safe and supportive community for youth and families living with the HIV virus and AIDS. She served as a campus counselor at an overnight camp and was responsible for creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children affected by HIV and AIDS. Additionally, as a respite childcare volunteer, she provides support to the parents and their children. As a result of her dedication, she has provided practical and emotional support to improving the lives of children and families who have affected by HIV and AIDS.
Hoey and two of her peers coordinated "dialogue groups" with senior citizens at an assisted living facility which provide an opportunity for older adults to talk candidly with their peers and with college students about the concerns and challenges they face. By working together, the participants developed an agenda of mutual interest that included exploring societal attitudes towards older adults, coping with physical and cognitive impairments, and finding a meaningful role during retirement. Hoey also served as a guide when the older adults toured the campus.
Both students were awarded the STARS Award (Students That Are Recognized for Service) an annual award recognizeing the critical role students play in strengthening California communities.
"CSU STARS award recipients are role models at the CSU and exemplify our students' dedication and service to the community," said CSU Chancellor Charles B. Reed. For instance, over 135,000 CSU students systemwide perform 33.6 million hours of community service annually--a minimum wage value of approximately $193.2 million.