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Nominations Now Open:  2026 Faces of SSU

Do you know an SSU student, faculty member, staff member, or alum who embodies the spirit of Sonoma State? Now’s your chance to nominate them for the 2026 Faces of SSU!

Submit your nomination by October 19, 2025: 

Faces of SSU Nomination Form

Alison Pizarro

Headshot of Alison Pizarro

Meet Alison

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Year: Graduate Student
Major: Spanish
Hometown: Peru, South America

What is your favorite memory or experience at SSU?

My favorite memory was my graduation.

What made you choose SSU?

I chose SSU because I have a family and the campus is near me. I am completing my credentials.

What has been the most challenging part of your college experience and what did you learn from it?

When I transferred from Santa Rosa Union College it was difficult to be part of the SSU community.

What have you been involved with at SSU?

PUERTA (Preparing Underrepresented Educators to Realize their Teaching Ambitions) and the Credential Program