Stan State alumnus Isaac McCrimon returns to campus for a conversation about career growth, public service and the lessons that happen outside the syllabus.

Isaac graduated in 2022 with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. Today, he works as an administrative analyst in San Francisco, where his role connects human resources, employee support, problem-solving and public service.

In this episode, Isaac discusses his path from the Bay Area to Stan State, his experience as a student-athlete, the importance of internships and networking, and how an unexpected layoff became a turning point in his career. He also shares practical advice for students pursuing accounting, business, human resources or public service careers.

In this episode:

• Why he switched from entrepreneurship to accounting
• The internship that helped him realize he was on the right path
• How networking led to his first professional opportunity
• What he learned from being laid off early in his career
• Why campus involvement and faculty relationships matter

Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

What does a music degree prepare you to do? In this episode, Kristina Stamper shows that the answer can be much broader than many students realize.

A Stan State alumna and current Director of Communications and Creative Services, Kristina talks about how her experience as a music major helped her develop skills in communication, creativity, empathy and storytelling. She shares how professors and mentors encouraged her to think beyond traditional career paths, and how student employment on campus opened doors to professional opportunities in higher education.

Kristina also offers thoughtful advice for students navigating uncertainty, imposter syndrome and pressure to define success too narrowly. From seeking out mentors to saying yes to growth opportunities, she reminds listeners that careers often evolve in unexpected but meaningful ways.

In this episode, listeners will hear about:

• How mentorship helped shape Kristina’s path
• Why career journeys do not have to be linear
• The value of student employment and campus involvement
• How the arts build transferable career skills
• Advice for students on networking, confidence and defining success

Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

In this episode of Taking Care of U, host Lesley Cantu talks with Alexa Aguirre Sanchez and Leticia Caballero from the Basic Needs program at Stan State. Together, they break down the essential services available to students — from food assistance and housing support to wellness workshops and support for parenting students. They share real stories, practical advice, and the driving passion behind the work they do every day to uplift the Warrior community.

Resources Mentioned:

• Warrior Food Pantry (Turlock & Stockton)
• Warrior Clothing Closet (Turlock)
• CalFresh Assistance & CalFresh Healthy Living
• Food Box Distributions (Turlock)
• Emergency Grants & Temporary Housing
• Basic Needs for Little Warriors
• Student Volunteer & Donation Opportunities

Links:

• Learn more: csustan.edu/basic-needs
• Contact Basic Needs: basicneeds@csustan.edu
• Follow on Instagram: @stanstate_basicneeds

Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.