Sabrina Smith, a native of Bakersfield, CA, embarked on her academic journey with distinction, graduating magna cum laude from Taft College in 2014 with dual A.A. degrees in Mathematics and Liberal Arts Math and Science. She furthered her education at California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB), earning a cum laude Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science in 2016. Currently pursuing a Master in Business Administration degree at CSUB, she is poised to graduate this spring.
A dedicated professional, Sabrina contributes her expertise as an ERP Analyst in the District IT department at Kern Community College District (KCCD), specializing in supporting the Banner Student module and related integrations. Her commitment to education is evident through her multifaceted roles during her college years, starting as a student worker at Taft College. She later served as a student assistant in the cashier’s office and as an instructional student aide for the computer science department at CSUB. Notably, Sabrina also interned with a non-profit organization, where she played a pivotal role in introducing elementary school children, particularly young girls, to the exciting realms of computer science and programming.
Sabrina's professional journey has cultivated a deep-seated passion for mentorship, teaching, and higher education. Currently a valued member of the KCCD team, Sabrina looks forward to contributing to the academic community from a new perspective as a faculty fellow. As she completes her fellowship, she aspires to secure a permanent adjunct faculty position, with the goal of continuing her mission to encourage underrepresented groups to pursue education and careers in business and technology. Sabrina is driven by the belief that mentorship and education are powerful tools for fostering diversity and inclusion in these fields.
|