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Gladys Martha Manuela Endowed Scholarship

Laurena Bolden
April 2, 2026

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.