Name: AJ Locke
Major: Business Economics
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I like to help people and keep things reasonable.
What are your future goals?
Open a bar and enjoy life.

Name: Shane Weafer
Major: Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
To educate others on the effects of drug and alcohol use and to meet students who, like myself, just want to help others make safe choices.
What are your future goals?
Hopefully going to Barbados for senior year to study the clinical aspect of Psychology and eventually work in some form of counseling, whether it be for drugs and alcohol or psychological issues.

Name: Priscilla Perez
Major: Communication and Sociology with a minor in Educat
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I chose to be a STAR intern because being a NCAA Division One athlete there is not enough information given to students about the affects of alcohol and other drugs to the body. I believe that STAR can help educate many students in the UCSB community and I am proud to be apart of the effort.
What are your future goals?
My future plans change every day but I know when I graduate I would like to move out of California to explore Chicago or New York for a year with some of my college friends.

Name: Nidia Macias
Major: Spanish with a minor in Applied Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I became an intern because I really liked the class and I want to interact with many people.
What are your future goals?
I want to pursue a career in clinical psychology, so I think this is a great way to gain people skills and the experience I need.

Name: Marilyn Ibarra
Major: Sociology with a minor in Applied Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because its good for the soul.
What are your future goals?
Life.

Name: Cristina Gutierrez
Major: Spanish & Education and Applied Psychology Minor
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I'm a STAR intern because I would like to share the information I have learned about drug and alcohol use with other UCSB students, in the hope that they will find themselves with enough resources to make educated choices.
What are your future goals?
In the future, I would like to pursue a Masters in Education and receive my credentials in counseling. My career goal is to become a high school college counselor. Somewhere along the way, I would also like to skydive, and travel to Spain and Brazil.

Name: Amber Cote
Major: Communication
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I wanted to get more involved with UCSB.
What are your future goals?
My future plans are to move to Los Angeles after college and start a career in advertising.

Name: Megan Cormier
Major: Psychology with a minor in Applied Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What are your future goals?
I believe that it is important for students to teach their peers about alcohol and other drug responsibilities in order to promote positive choices and safety. When people come to UCSB they may be curious about alcohol and other drugs so it is crucial for them to be knowledgeable in order to make responsible decisions. I also feel that my own experiences along with health education will help me to personally relate to my peers
What are your future goals?
I have considered many things so I am not totally sure what I am going to do after graduating from UCSB. I seem to keep changing my mind so hopefully the wind will blow me in the right direction. But in the mean time I hope to take advantage of where I am in my life right now and get the most out of being a part of STAR! Brian Brian Belsha Major: Geography Age: 20 Hometown: Point Loma San Diego, CA Why am I an intern? I'm am an intern because it is a fun and efficient way to inform UCSB students, so that their time here is safe but also fun. What are my future plans? In the future I want to be an elementary school teacher back home in San Diego. Alex Alex Kemper-McCall Major: Communication with a minor in Sports Management Age: 21 Hometown: Sacramento, California Why am I an intern? I'm an intern because I believe that alcohol and drugs are a very important issue in college life and it's important for students to be educated about safe use of these substances. What are my future plans? I plan on becoming a health educator. Click here to see our alumni's!

Name: Brian Belsha
Major: Geography
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I'm am an intern because it is a fun and efficient way to inform UCSB students, so that their time here is safe but also fun.
What are your future goals?
In the future I want to be an elementary school teacher back home in San Diego.

Name: Rocio Pizarro
Major: Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am so proud to be part of such an amazing group of peer health educators. I believe in STAR's goals, and I think that we can promote positive choices in a fun, realistic manner when it comes to making informed choices about alcohol and drugs. I love reaching out, helping others, and being a positive role model. Being a STAR intern is the best!
What are your future goals?
In the future, I only wish to be happy doing what I do, and that I continue loving life as much as I do now.

Name: Kara Raibley
Major: English
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I became an intern at Student Health because I love what we do. I love the message, the energy, and the passion with which interns spread valuable health information to UCSB students and the Isla Vista community. We're out there to make our community a healthier place, and have fun while we're at it!
What are your future goals?
As of right now, I'm not sure what I want to do after college. As long I maintain healthy choices and do something I love to do, I'm sure it will have been a good choice. For now, I'm satisfied with enjoying every minute of life that I am blessed with!

Name: Kira Watkins
Major: Sociology and Applied Psychology Minor
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because I love the program and I believe in pro choice and pro education.
What are your future goals?
Some time in the future I would like to get my Masters and be doing something where I am helping people. I would also love to travel some more and get into volunteer work!! And of course always be playing soccer!!!

Name: Danielle Arnold
Major: Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am a S.T.A.R intern because I believe that educating UCSB students about alcohol and other drugs responsibility will greatly impact their choices and UCSB experiences. I hope to positively inform fellow students by personally relating to college life.
What are your future goals?
My future plans are to graduate from UCSB in June 2008 and then hopefully find a job in education, health care or human resources. I want to stay in Santa Barbara for a while and then possibly head back to my home state of Minnesota for grad school.

Name: Eric Mitsch
Major: Sociology/ Professional Writing Minor (Business Co
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am a member of S.T.A.R. because I love UCSB and want to make a difference among my peers. My goal is to educate students so everyone can have a great college experience while practicing safe drug and alcohol habits. I love the fact that S.T.A.R. is not an anti-drug and alcohol group but a pro-information organization promoting the various health resources on campus and the best ways to avoid the ill effects of alcohol and other drugs.
What are your future goals?
After graduation I am considering law school or a business profession in the Los Angeles area.

Name: Paula Azouri
Major: sociology - minor: education (applied psych)
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because i want to reach out to peers and help educate them on how to keep themselves safe while still having a good time.
What are your future goals?
My future plans are to continue my education so that I can become a therapist, eventually open my own practice, then hopefully get married and start a family.

Name: Gabby Magdaleno
Major: Women Srudies & Spanish & Minor in Education with
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I have the passion for helping others. I want to better our community and this is a great program that advocates responsibility of alcohol and other drug usage in our community and at the same as an intern we develop great friendships amongst all peer health interns. Everyone is so welcoming and cheerful that we become more like a family, sharing similar views and all serving to improve our community.
What are your future goals?
I plan to pursue a Master's in School Counseling. I want to continue advocating the importance of an Education and hopefully help as many students accomplish their dreams. I want to be able to touch as many lives and make a difference because this truly brings so much happiness and satisfaction to my life. I also want to travel all throughout Mexico and South America.

Name: Beth Everett
Major: Communication
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I love the people involved in STAR, and I love being able to help others stay healthy.
What are your future goals?
My future plans that I am most looking forward to are traveling as much as I can.

Name: Kelly Antista
Major: Psychology, minor: Education Applied Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
STAR is a group that really cares about each other, our campus, and community. In STAR I get to work with passionate people from diverse backgrounds to bring together health information, resources and individual creativity in order to improve the local atmosphere and the lives of the people living here. The more people making informed, responsible, and healthy choices the safer our community and the more fun for all of us!!
What are your future goals?
I cannot guess where life will lead me. All I know is I want to have as much fun as I can while filling my life with inspirational people, love, laughter and dancing!!

Name: Sophia Shi
Major: Communication
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am a STAR intern because I feel it's important to be responsible about alcohol and other drug use. I want my friends to have fun and be safe. It's good to spread the message about responsible use and help others make smart decisions.
What are your future goals?
I am a senior, so next summer I will be graduationg and moving to LA. I want to travel first (Australia!) and then get a job in marketing.

Name: Rachel Turner
Major: Communications with an education minor
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
To me, the most powerful tool a person can have is an education. As an intern i get the opportunity to educate others on important health topics that they wouldn't normally seek out. This information has the potential to change a person for the better, or allow them to help a friend. Which, in turn, can improve the world, one person at a time.
What are your future goals?
At the moment I'm just trying to get use to the fact that i won't be going to school anymore after this year. Hopefully, I'll be able to work in the health education department of a university or something in school counseling.

Name: Jeffrey Chan
Major: Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am a STAR intern simply because I am finally doing something that reaches out to the student body. I had personally experienced and seen the affects of drugs and alcohol when they are used improperly, and to me learning and teaching others to lower and prevent such first or second effects is really meaningful. More importantly, helping those who may be confused with their views and attitudes towards drugs and alcohol is something I am supportive of, clarifying misconceptions and simply educating. This reason to me makes this job worthwhile.
What are your future goals?
In the future I hope to continue being an educator in all aspects of my life. Whether I continue as a health educator as a profession or not, I wish to continue my learning and practices that I have learned from this group to all those around me, from family to friends and even future acquaintances.

Name: Jen Koepnick
Major: Psychology (education minor)
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
As a STAR intern, I am able to reach out to my peers through fun and interactive presentations, tablings, and other informal settings to promote safe and healthy behavior regarding alcohol and other drug use. Since alcohol and drugs are prevalent in the college environment, my goal is not to prevent use but rather encourage alcohol and other drug awareness and responsibility. STAR is an awesome way for me to get involved on campus, meet new people, and have fun!!
What are your future goals?
I have several potential plans: study psychology in England for two years, work for Teach for America, or take a year off to work and travel before obtaining a teaching credential and masters in education at a graduate school in California.

Name: Justin Ferroll
Major: History
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
To make Isla Visa a greater place to live!
What are your future goals?
To become a great role model for all.

Name: Nikki Yamada
Major: Pharmacology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because I want to share the information I know with other students. Knowledge is power, and I think that it is important for students to be informed.
What are your future goals?
My future plans are to travel the world and possibly go to pharmacy school?

Name: Elias Shaw
Major: Biopsychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because I would like to follow Ghandi in "being the change I wish to see in the world"
What are your future goals?
I would like to continue my education in the field of medicine and find a career in medicine or psychiatrics.

Name: Cameron Harris
Major: English and Sociology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I became an intern basically to help people and be in a chill atmosphere to do it. I have grown accustomed to the negative affects of drugs and alcohol through experiences with family and close friends and I just want to be in a position where if somebody needs some help I could give them a relevant ear.
What are your future goals?
My future plan is to make sure when I'm an old haggard man that I have made all of my dreams and aspirations become reality in some way. I'm trying to travel the whole world and do everything there is to be done. But in the immediate future I'm trying to go to law school in San Francisco and make some loot yaddimean.

Name: Victor Ramos
Major: Religious Studies with a minor in Applied Psycholo
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
To become a beacon of light within the dark and treacherous gloom that is the Isla Vista community.
What are your future goals?
To teach for a couple years before getting my doctorate in Clinical Psychology.

Name: Alvin Pingol
Major: Psychology with a minor in Applied Psychology
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I chose to become a STAR Intern after realizing how just valuable and applicable the information learned in ED191B can be to our community. Moreover, STAR advocates neither abstinence nor use, but rather teaches substance responsibility; a position that I feel holds notable significance in our society, in that it promotes positive choices while still allowing the freedom of personal choice.
What are your future goals?
After graduating next year, I plan to take a year off to find internships and jobs related to my concentration (Psychology), and eventually go on to graduate school.

Name: Melanie Yuen
Major: Biochemistry with an emphasis in Chemistry
Title: Intern Alumni
What do you plan to get out of this internship?
I am an intern because STAR is a campus group that addresses issues about alcohol and drug use, which is something most college students can relate to. They are here to promote helping people make informed choices rather than simply being against alcohol and drug use. More importantly, they are here to remind everyone that there is always another choice and that help is available. With a supportive team that shows passion and care for their community, I feel motivated and enthusiastic about being a STAR intern. That is why I am here today.
What are your future goals?
My future goals consist of taking my education from STAR and apply it to the rest of my life. Whether it is with family members, friends, or co-workers, i believe that alcohol and drugs will always be a topic that can come up, and with my knowledge and experience through STAR, i can continue to provide help or help others find help.