Marylisa Wood
Student Activities & Funding Board (SAFB) Coordinator
Biography:
I was born and raised in Paradise, CA starting my higher education at Butte College and transferring to Southern Oregon University in Ashland. I graduated with my bachelors in Communication Studies and a business certificate in Nonprofit Management. After I graduated my desire to work in the nonprofit world took me to Minnesota to join the national fundraising team for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. From there I continued my work with the National MS Society in Denver, Colorado while getting to enjoy all stunning outdoor splendor of The Rockies. With a desire to be closer to family I accepted a position at California State University, Chico as the Student Organization Financial Coordinator where I found my love for working in higher education and supporting students. After four years at Chico State I was thrilled to accept a position at Cal Poly Humboldt bringing me to a location I have loved since a child and to a position that challenges and inspires me on a daily basis. I love exploring the magic of the redwoods and breathing in the fresh ocean air every day. I am so excited to experience all the future holds for me here in beautiful Humboldt county and as part of the Cal Poly Humboldt community.
Quotes:
When we drop fear, we can draw nearer to people, we can draw nearer to the earth, we can draw nearer to all the heavenly creatures that surround us. - Bell Hooks
Areas of Interest:
I am passionate about Social Justice, Mental Health Advocacy, Leadership Development, and Sustainability.
When I am not in the office I am exploring new trails, tide pools, finding live music or creating (writing, painting, or making playlists).
Liaison Roles and Committee Memberships:
Institutional Programming Model; Campus Traditions; New Initiatives Programming Committee; Large Scale Events; Rivalry Weekend and Homecoming; Student Activities Funding Board
Licensure:
B.S in Communication Studies
Degrees:
B.S. in Communication
Business Certification
Favorite professional and self-help books:
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert
Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone by Brene Brown