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Everyone has a story. People from all around the world of different backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and religions. We all have a story to tell. Our stories are special. They connect us to one another. They unite us. They allow us to understand what all of our lives look like. Dynamic and inspirational women will be a part of HERstory on Saturday, September 23, 2023 via ZOOM. Help make HERstory a memorable event by joining us and learning more! Ticket Holders Will Be Sent Zoom Link. For more information contact [email protected] or call (714) 871 - 4488

September 23, 2023

10:00 AM - 11:30 PM

speaker

Join us in celebrating HERstory, a series featuring the stories of women

Maria Linares, B.A. 

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Maria Linares, B.A. ​

22-23 Board of Trustees Member, California State University System, PSI Beta Member, Pa’Lante Fellow, California State University, Fullerton

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Maria Linares is a Latina first-generation college graduate, raised in an immigrant household in a working-class neighborhood in Santa Ana. She is a mother of three, a Girl Scout volunteer, and an experienced and passionate student advocate. Linares was a member of the Cal State Fullerton Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) Board of Directors from 2018 to 2021, serving as chair during the final year of her term. In 2019, she received her bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in political science and is currently a graduate student in the Master of Public Administration program at CSUF. Linares is a member of Psi Beta, a national honor society for community college students, and a CSUF Pa'lante Fellow for 2021-22.
Her advocacy work includes supporting an on-campus food pantry and a credit/no credit grading opportunity for students during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has also sponsored several ASI resolutions aimed at increasing scholarships for undocumented students; support for formerly incarcerated students, international students and students with disabilities; and mental health resources. In addition, she has advocated for graduate students and a campus Social Justice & Equity Commission. In 2019, she was recognized as the ASI Student Advocate of the Year for her extraordinary commitment to students. 
Linares hopes to work in higher education, advocating for students through legislation. In five years, she sees herself applying for a doctorate in public policy or working in legislative affairs.

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visionary - $1,500

  • 5 Tickets to HERstory
  • Company Recognition Slide @ HERStory Event, Quarter Slide Size, Logo + Link on website 
  • Social Media, Newsletter and all marketing materials May 1, 2023 - October 31, 2024.
  • Verbal Recognition at Event
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  • 10 Tickets to HERStory
  • Company Recognition Slide @ HERstory Events, Half Slide Size, Logo + Link on website,
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  • Verbal Recognition at Event
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  • 20 Tickets to HERStory
  • Company Recognition Slide @ All 2022-23 HERstory Series, Full Size, Logo + Link on website,
  • Social media, Newsletter and all event marketing materials May 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024.
  • Verbal Recognition at Event
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​YWCA OF ORANGE COUNTY
215 E. Commonwealth Ave. Suite #D, Fullerton, CA, 92832, United States 
Phone Number: (714) 871-4488 | Fax: (714) 871-4709
A 501(c)(3) non-for-profit organization  |  Tax-ID:  Federal Tax ID Number 95-1687482  |    © 2007-2019. All rights reserved.
  • Home
  • About
    • Contact
    • Board of Directors
    • Employment Opportunities
  • Scholarship
    • Fullerton College Scholarships
    • CSUF Undergrad Scholarships
    • CSUF Graduate Scholarship
  • UP COMING EVENTS
    • Her Story 2023
  • PROGRAM
    • Week Without Violence
    • Youth Employment Services
    • Tech Empowerment
  • Support
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
  • Newsletters
  • Sponsorships
  • Past Events
    • Her Story 2023
    • Fiesta Ponderosa Brunch >
      • Tickets
    • Her Story 2022
    • Mardi Gras Gala Event 2022 >
      • Gala 2022 Honorees >
        • Honorees
        • Sponsorships
      • 2022 Thurmond Scholarship Recipients
      • Annual Meeting and Awards
    • Her Story 2021