David A. Garcia ’02 (M.S. environmental studies), who has three decades of experience in the water industry in Southern California, most recently as assistant general manager, water delivery, for Riverside Public Utilities, has been named interim general manager for RPU.
Matthew Libatique ’92 (B.A. communications-radio/TV/film) received the Franklin J. Schaffner Medal at the 2024 American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony. The cinematographer recently collaborated with actor, writer and director Bradley Cooper on the Oscar-nominated films “A Star Is Born” and “Maestro.”
Marie Bucoy-Calavan ’07, ’10 (B.A. music, M.M. performance) was announced as the artistic director for The Choral Arts Society of Washington. This chorus is supported by DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program, and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts National Endowment for the Arts.
Jackie Filla ’02 (B.A. political science) has been appointed the new president and CEO of the Hotel Association of Los Angeles. The organization works to advance the industry and improve the lives of all employees in the field.
Katie Hennessey ’12 (B.A. communications-journalism) is a senior talent producer at ESPN. She previously served as a senior publicist for Walt Disney Studios, where she worked on promoting such films as “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” “Avengers: Infinity War” and “The Lion King.”
Becky Wells ’00 (B.A. communications-public relations), who was among the first cohort of students in Cal State Fullerton’s Guardian Scholars Program, spoke at the California State University Board of Trustees meeting to honor the program’s 25th anniversary.
Jenny Luker ’01 (M.A. sociology) is president of Platinum Guild International USA. She is responsible for the strategic business development of the platinum jewelry industry in the U.S.
Henry Matlosz ’15 (M.S. environmental engineering) was hired as public works director for Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. In this role, he will lead the management of building and grounds, and play a key role in managing capital and construction projects.
Keith Collins ’06 (B.A. history) was appointed city attorney by the Whittier City Council. He previously served as the city attorney in Fort Bragg and the assistant city attorney in La Habra, Placentia, Bishop and Blythe. He has experience in land use, redevelopment, elections, First Amendment issues, labor and employment, criminal prosecution, litigation, law enforcement, […]
Harvey F. De La Torre ’04 (M.A. political science) was named general manager for the Municipal Water District of Orange County board of directors. He previously spearheaded the revised financial reserve policy and facilitated strategies for the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California as interim general manager and assistant general manager.