The Office of Campus Life & Student Learning proudly presents the
8th Annual Campus Life Gala – MJC’s very own version of the Oscars!
This special evening is dedicated to celebrating the outstanding achievements of students involved in extracurricular activities across campus.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Awards Ceremony: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
College Dance: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Mary Stuart Rogers Building, West Campus
The Campus Life Gala will feature a variety of prestigious awards, including:
Due to high student demand, the evening will conclude with a college dance immediately following the awards ceremony!
Please Note: This is an invitation-only event. Tickets are required for admission.
Gala Ticket Information
All nominees will receive two (2) VIP tickets
All Campus Life Clubs will receive five (5) VIP tickets
Club advisors must pick up tickets from the Campus Life Office, located inside the Student Center, beginning Thursday, April 17, 2025, between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Last day to pick up tickets: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 by 5:00 PM
Need More Tickets?
Any unclaimed tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To request additional tickets, please email us in advance—your ticket(s) will be ready
for pick-up at the door.
Questions?
Please contact:
espinozaa@yosemite.edu or hakimil@yosemite.edu
This award honors an MJC Campus Life student worker who has demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and consistently gone above and beyond in supporting departmental needs—particularly through outstanding customer service skills.
Nominees:
Calvin Moon
Alyssa Maxwell
Kyree Johnson
Rosalinda Solorio-Arellano
Harkirat Kaur
This award recognizes a student who exemplifies dedication through active volunteerism, excels in teamwork, and demonstrates exceptional leadership skills. With a focus on “WE before me,” this individual consistently prioritizes the collective success of the community.
Nominees:
Selom Horlortu
Leah 'Nick' VanDorst
Kyree Johnson
Jaqueline Davis
Julian Rodriguez
This award honors a club member who has served on the Inter-Club Council (ICC) with dedication, showing consistent attendance, active participation, and positive contributions.
Nominees:
Elsy Bedoy, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Club
David Comfort, Great Valley Astronomy Club
Claire Park, Anthropology Club
Jade Rudel, Computer Science Club
Elissa Schiffman, Geology Club
This award recognizes a student who has gone above and beyond in their role as club president, supporting members both academically and through extracurricular involvement.
Nominees:
Phoenix Allen, Geology Club
Jesus Dominguez, Human Services Club
Lillian Lankarani, Freedom Forum Club
Natalie Lopez-Cuevas, Anthropology Club
Alejandra Vergara, Photography Club
This award honors an MJC employee who has made a significant impact through their commitment, leadership, and mentorship as a club advisor.
Nominees:
Alexander Chavez, Tabletop Gaming Club
Janet Fantazia, Respiratory Care Club
Chelsea Gilmore, Visual Arts Club
Ruth Luman, Afghan Student Association Club
Mayra Magallanes-Reyes, Human Services & Active Minds Clubs
Awarded to an MJC club that has demonstrated excellence in campus engagement, academic achievement, and adherence to club policies.
Nominees:
Computer Science Club
Human Services Club
Photography Club
Respiratory Club
Science Club
Recognizing an ASMJC Senator who has excelled academically and shown outstanding dedication to serving students.
Nominees:
Christian Bronil
Julianna Coronado
Matthew Gutierrez
Marlene Jacquez
Nasya Menezes
This award honors an ASMJC Executive for exceptional leadership, mentorship, and contributions to student governance.
Nominees:
Javier Hernandez Loza
Ashely Hernandez Novoa
Celeste Randolph
Gianna Smith
Leah 'Nick' VanDorst
This award recognizes an MJC student who has shown remarkable involvement both on campus and in the community, maintaining a minimum 3.0 GPA while making a meaningful impact.
Nominees:
Eve Dowdell
John Fields
Lillian Lankarani
Gianna Smith
Yazmin Colin Fernandez
Eunice Villa
Kaelyn Mort
Makayla Chesser
Anthony Abdullah
Kirubel Kebede
