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 Jocelyn
Goldring, a senior liberal studies major, was named the University
Student Volunteer of the Year on Tuesday, April 28 at the annual Hands
Across the Valley Awards Luncheon hosted by Hands On Central California.
Also recognized was Aundree Rodriguez, a music major, who was a finalist
for the Adult Volunteer of the Year Award and recognized for her work as
an AmeriCorps volunteer with the Safe and Proud Neighborhoods program.
Daniel Griffin of Fresno State’s Research and Sponsored Programs office
was presented the "Humanitarian Award" for his years of service to many
area nonprofits, including University HOPE, Stone Soup of Fresno and
CASA.
Goldring was selected for the top student award for her outstanding
service to the community. She provided over 1,200 volunteer hours in the
last year at Camp Taylor, a free summer camp for children born with
congenital heart disease and their families. Goldring has volunteered at
the camp every summer since 2003, and serves as Activities Director and
counselor.
Three years ago she started an annual fundraiser that has raised over
$180,000 for the camp.
In nominating Jocelyn for this award, Dr. Katie Dyer stated, “Jocelyn’s
commitment is extraordinary in its depth, endurance, and in the level of
professionalism required.”
In addition to winning the award, Goldring also received a $1,500
scholarship from the Marc and Marjorie Radin Community Service
Scholarship fund.
Other finalists for the student volunteer award were Arica Washington,
whose most notable service was with the West Fresno Boys and Girls Club;
and Laura Rodriguez, whose service has been with a number of agencies
including Bulldog Pantry and Big Brothers Big Sisters.
For more information, contact Renee Delport at
rdelport@csufresno.edu or
559.278.7063.
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