Women Inspiring Strength and Empowerment (WISE)
Women Inspiring Strength and Empowerment (WISE) centers the voices of women, women of color, and gender-minority students at CSULB by providing peer support and community-building. Through hosting campus programs and initiatives, WISE strives to build community, advance gender equity, and support student success.
Mission
To support and uplift women, women of color, and gender minority students through advocacy, peer support, and community-building.
Vision
A campus where all students are empowered to lead, connect, and advance gender equity and belonging.
Connect With Us!
👉 Connect with us on Instagram @csulb.wgec for updates and dates of upcoming events.
👉 Sign up for our CANVAS page to receive event updates from Women Inspiring Strength & Empowerment (WISE) to stay connected.
WISE Peer Mentors
Andy Sotelo
Hello everyone! I’m a fourth-year student majoring in Biology with a minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. I love Taylor Swift, anime, reading, and Star Wars!
Denise Grissom
Hi everyone! I’m a third-year Healthcare Administration student with a minor in Entrepreneurship. In my free time, I enjoy going to concerts and drawing.
Lauryn Fernandez
Hi everyone! I’m a fourth-year Psychology major with a minor in Communications. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, traveling, listening to music, playing basketball, trying new foods, and spending time with friends.