As Cal State San Bernardino marks its 60th anniversary, alumna Laurena Bolden ’11 reflects on how her time at the university helped her honor her cultural identity while preparing for a life of leadership and service. Now a champion for Native culture and community, she continues to give back while carrying forward a legacy rooted in education and tradition.
The Paw Print Award honorees – Sapira Cheuk, Michael Bracken, Miki R. Inbody, Adam Huttenlocker and Laurena Bolden – will be honored by the university at the annual Alumni Hall of Fame Awards on April 10 at the Alumni Center.
Three university-wide awards — Distinguished Alumnus, Emerging Leader and Coyote Spirit — will be presented, as well as the Paw Print Awards, which honor esteemed alumni from each of the university’s five colleges.
Alumna Laurena “Lala” Bolden ’11, psychology and criminal justice, was recognized by the Time for Change Foundation with its 2024 Community Champion Award.