CSI Ambassadors
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Saige Hall
Major: Nursing (LPN to RN)
Career Path: Travel Nursing
Hometown: Wells, Nevada
Why CSI? I chose CSI because several friends told me it’s a student-centered campus that truly feels like home. The faculty and staff go above and beyond to support student success in every way possible. Now in my fourth year here, I can say that’s absolutely true. Another big reason I chose CSI is because I can complete my entire registered nursing program here without needing to transfer.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I used to fight wildland fires. I even got to go to Albert Canada to fight a fire.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself working as a travel nurse, using my skills to care for people in diverse communities around the world. I hope to grow both personally and professionally, gaining experience in high-intensity environments, and making a meaningful impact wherever I go.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Yoshi
Hometown: Wells, Nevada
Why CSI? I chose CSI because several friends told me it’s a student-centered campus that truly feels like home. The faculty and staff go above and beyond to support student success in every way possible. Now in my fourth year here, I can say that’s absolutely true. Another big reason I chose CSI is because I can complete my entire registered nursing program here without needing to transfer.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I used to fight wildland fires. I even got to go to Albert Canada to fight a fire.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself working as a travel nurse, using my skills to care for people in diverse communities around the world. I hope to grow both personally and professionally, gaining experience in high-intensity environments, and making a meaningful impact wherever I go.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Yoshi
Ava Chumbley
Major: Education
Career Path: Primary School Physical Education Teacher
Hometown: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Why CSI? I chose CSI because of their incredible athletics program. As someone passionate about my sport, I was drawn to the environment, the high level of training, and the supportive staff. It felt like the perfect place to grow both on and off the field. What really stood out once I arrived was the community. The staff and faculty here are genuinely amazing, they truly care about each student and go out of their way to make you feel seen and supported.
What is a fun fact about yourself? A fun fact about myself is that I have held a crocodile.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In 5 years, I don't exactly know what I will be doing, or where, but I do know that the skills and confidence I have learnt from CSI will guide me. I hope to use what I’ve learned and my new skills to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives and in the broader community.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I either chose Toad or Bones
Hometown: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Why CSI? I chose CSI because of their incredible athletics program. As someone passionate about my sport, I was drawn to the environment, the high level of training, and the supportive staff. It felt like the perfect place to grow both on and off the field. What really stood out once I arrived was the community. The staff and faculty here are genuinely amazing, they truly care about each student and go out of their way to make you feel seen and supported.
What is a fun fact about yourself? A fun fact about myself is that I have held a crocodile.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In 5 years, I don't exactly know what I will be doing, or where, but I do know that the skills and confidence I have learnt from CSI will guide me. I hope to use what I’ve learned and my new skills to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives and in the broader community.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I either chose Toad or Bones
Emmalee Osborne
Major: Business Management and Entrepreneurship, Business Administration
Career Path: I want to own and run Vacation Rental Properties.
Hometown: Jerome, Idaho
Why CSI? I chose CSI because I knew it had a great program in business. I also loved how many different opportunities that are offered on campus.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I was top 20 internationally in DECA
Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself living up in Boise working for a company probably in real estate as I start working on running my own business.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Princess Peach
Hometown: Jerome, Idaho
Why CSI? I chose CSI because I knew it had a great program in business. I also loved how many different opportunities that are offered on campus.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I was top 20 internationally in DECA
Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself living up in Boise working for a company probably in real estate as I start working on running my own business.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Princess Peach
Marco Acosta
Major: STEM
Career Path: I am going to finish my STEM major here at CSI then transfer to study Accounting and try to get into Private equity or Investment Banking.
Hometown: Idaho Falls
Why CSI? The soccer program and the history behind the athletics really attracted me to this institution. I also loved the high emphasis on student leadership that was unique from other two-year schools.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I’ve been in 10 quinceañeras!
Where do you see yourself in five years? Finishing University and landing a position in Private equity or investment banking.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Yoshi
Hometown: Idaho Falls
Why CSI? The soccer program and the history behind the athletics really attracted me to this institution. I also loved the high emphasis on student leadership that was unique from other two-year schools.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I’ve been in 10 quinceañeras!
Where do you see yourself in five years? Finishing University and landing a position in Private equity or investment banking.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Yoshi
Lucy Garcia
Major: Veterinary Technology
Career Path: Marine Vet Tech
Hometown: Twin Falls, ID
Why CSI? I chose CSI, because it was the closest college that had a Veterinary Technology Program! By Choosing CSI I am one step closer to becoming a marine vet tech and spending the rest of my life near the ocean!
What is a fun fact about yourself? I was a competitive fencer back in 2022 and competed at Nationals in Phoenix Arizona!
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself living on the beach, with a cute cocker spaniel puppy named Lady, working for a marine conservation organization!
Which Mario Kart Character are you? The Mario kart character I'd be is Dry Bones!
Hometown: Twin Falls, ID
Why CSI? I chose CSI, because it was the closest college that had a Veterinary Technology Program! By Choosing CSI I am one step closer to becoming a marine vet tech and spending the rest of my life near the ocean!
What is a fun fact about yourself? I was a competitive fencer back in 2022 and competed at Nationals in Phoenix Arizona!
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself living on the beach, with a cute cocker spaniel puppy named Lady, working for a marine conservation organization!
Which Mario Kart Character are you? The Mario kart character I'd be is Dry Bones!
Samantha Contreras
Major: Health science
Career Path: Radiology
Hometown: Gooding ID
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it has the major that I what to into. CSI is a school that I always wanted to go and to start off, and after getting my Assoicates in Health Science I'm planning on transferring to a Boise State University later. Another reason why I picked CSI is because of the location, it’s close to home.
What is a fun fact about yourself? Fun fact about me, is that I’m part Asian.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Where I see myself in five years is working as a rad tech at some hospital and enjoying my job and living life while traveling.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Baby Peach
Hometown: Gooding ID
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it has the major that I what to into. CSI is a school that I always wanted to go and to start off, and after getting my Assoicates in Health Science I'm planning on transferring to a Boise State University later. Another reason why I picked CSI is because of the location, it’s close to home.
What is a fun fact about yourself? Fun fact about me, is that I’m part Asian.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Where I see myself in five years is working as a rad tech at some hospital and enjoying my job and living life while traveling.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Baby Peach
Jackson Martin (PLP Liason)
Major: Health Science
Career Path: Firefighting
Hometown: Twin Falls, Idaho
Why CSI? I've loved the environment of CSI since I was a kid going to basketball games at the court. It has almost always been a guaranteed steppingstone that I would use throughout my entire life.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I am an avid golfer. I also collect cards such as UFC, Pokémon, etc.
Where do you see yourself in five years? I hope to be a structural firefighter working in a bigger city and working towards starting a family.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Bowser.
Hometown: Twin Falls, Idaho
Why CSI? I've loved the environment of CSI since I was a kid going to basketball games at the court. It has almost always been a guaranteed steppingstone that I would use throughout my entire life.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I am an avid golfer. I also collect cards such as UFC, Pokémon, etc.
Where do you see yourself in five years? I hope to be a structural firefighter working in a bigger city and working towards starting a family.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Bowser.
Kallie Cherry
Major: Criminal Justice
Career Path: Criminal Lawyer
Hometown: Ogden, Utah
Why CSI? I wanted to play soccer in college and CSI was a great choice! Also has awesome programs and people!
What is a fun fact about yourself? I love to cliff jump.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Hopefully married and in law school!
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Toad
Hometown: Ogden, Utah
Why CSI? I wanted to play soccer in college and CSI was a great choice! Also has awesome programs and people!
What is a fun fact about yourself? I love to cliff jump.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Hopefully married and in law school!
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Toad
Caique Maia de Aguiar
Major: Agriculture
Career Path: Crop Advisor/Farm Manager
Hometown: Ariquemes, Rondônia, Brazil
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it offers excellent academic and athletic opportunities. As a student-athlete, I was impressed by the soccer program and the support provided to athletes. Academically, CSI has strong programs in agriculture, which align with my career goals. The campus environment is welcoming, and the community provides great opportunities for learning and personal growth.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I played professionally for two years in Brazil, one year in soccer and the other in futsal.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself managing my family's farm in Brazil and providing consulting services to other farms.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Link
Hometown: Ariquemes, Rondônia, Brazil
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it offers excellent academic and athletic opportunities. As a student-athlete, I was impressed by the soccer program and the support provided to athletes. Academically, CSI has strong programs in agriculture, which align with my career goals. The campus environment is welcoming, and the community provides great opportunities for learning and personal growth.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I played professionally for two years in Brazil, one year in soccer and the other in futsal.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself managing my family's farm in Brazil and providing consulting services to other farms.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Link
Diego Nogales Anastassova
Major: Outdoor Leadership
Career Path: Leader in the outdoor industry
Hometown: Alicante, Spain
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it was the school that cared the most about giving me a good scholarship so I could continue playing soccer and study at the same time while I explore the U.S.A.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I have Bulgarian and Spanish origin.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself playing for a professional soccer team somewhere in the world while traveling and exploring new cultures and new worlds.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Dry Bones
Hometown: Alicante, Spain
Why CSI? I chose CSI because it was the school that cared the most about giving me a good scholarship so I could continue playing soccer and study at the same time while I explore the U.S.A.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I have Bulgarian and Spanish origin.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself playing for a professional soccer team somewhere in the world while traveling and exploring new cultures and new worlds.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? Dry Bones
Nathan Bird
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Career Path: Something to do with engineering. I haven't decided which discipline I like the most.I am also an avid fan of playing the bari sax. I plan to play it for the rest of my life.
Hometown: Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Why CSI? Great education for a great price and is close to home.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I play Bari sax in a municipal band in Twin Falls.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Hopefully either progressing well in whatever job I land in or playing in a hole in the wall jazz club.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I like to think I am the ShyGuy due to my enjoyment of a little chaos everywhere but also because I like to think we relate in the sense that we both hide behind “masks” but show our true selves when you get to know us. That and I think he is a snazzy dude.
Hometown: Shawnee Mission, Kansas
Why CSI? Great education for a great price and is close to home.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I play Bari sax in a municipal band in Twin Falls.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Hopefully either progressing well in whatever job I land in or playing in a hole in the wall jazz club.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I like to think I am the ShyGuy due to my enjoyment of a little chaos everywhere but also because I like to think we relate in the sense that we both hide behind “masks” but show our true selves when you get to know us. That and I think he is a snazzy dude.
Jack Buckner
Major: Liberal Arts
Career Path: Professional development in accounting
Hometown: Santa Rosa, California
Why CSI? I chose CSI because of its positive community and supportive learning environment, which allowed me to explore different career paths. The EMT program, in particular, appealed to my desire for hands-on experience and community service. After obtaining my EMT certification, I felt prepared and confident to pivot towards accounting, where I now aim to build a meaningful career.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I have a mini wiener dog named Lucy.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself using my accounting skills to represent and contribute to another positive organization.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I rock Iggy
Hometown: Santa Rosa, California
Why CSI? I chose CSI because of its positive community and supportive learning environment, which allowed me to explore different career paths. The EMT program, in particular, appealed to my desire for hands-on experience and community service. After obtaining my EMT certification, I felt prepared and confident to pivot towards accounting, where I now aim to build a meaningful career.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I have a mini wiener dog named Lucy.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In five years, I see myself using my accounting skills to represent and contribute to another positive organization.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I rock Iggy
Jessika Lassen
Major: Psychology
Career Path: I want to be a therapist. I enjoy talking to people and I want to help those who really need it. I'm not sure what kind of therapist exactly, there's a lot of different fields I could go into, I'll figure it out eventually.
Hometown: Moscow, Idaho
Why CSI? I got a scholarship to play soccer here.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I love musicals.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In an after-grad program, either earning my master's or Ph.D.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I don't really know the Mario Kart characters that well, but I like the weird little wizard thing.
Hometown: Moscow, Idaho
Why CSI? I got a scholarship to play soccer here.
What is a fun fact about yourself? I love musicals.
Where do you see yourself in five years? In an after-grad program, either earning my master's or Ph.D.
Which Mario Kart Character are you? I don't really know the Mario Kart characters that well, but I like the weird little wizard thing.