Saldivar, Diana. Interview April 14th 2023.

Diana Saldivar is a California State University San Marcos alumna. She graduated with her degree in Communications, Sociology and Ethnic Studies. Saldivar worked at the Cross-Cultural Center from 2004-2007 and was also involved in the Asian Pacific Islander Student Society, Kamalayan Alliance, and with Associated Students Incorporated (student government). In her interview, Saldivar discusses how the Cross-Cultural Center provided her with a sense of belonging on campus and served as a second home. Saldivar explains how the center provided her with lifelong friendships, skills and connections that has helped her become the person she is today. Saldivar recounts how the CCC provided a safe space, allowing for conversations with others that are often deemed controversial, and how the center encouraged those to constantly seek knowledge.

2023-04-14

California State University San Marcos University Library

Diana Saldivar

video

SC027-39

Oral Histories

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American experience, Cross-Cultural Center oral history project, CSUSM history, Women's experience

Diana Saldivar, “Saldivar, Diana. Interview April 14th 2023.,” Voices of North County, accessed December 21, 2024, https://archivesoralhistories.csusm.edu/items/show/312.