Cristy Rodriguez Rivas

About Cristy Rodriguez Rivas

Investing in students is investing in the future.Hi, I’m Cristy (Cristina) Rodriguez Rivas!I’m passionate about creating environments where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. My professional values and work ethic are grounded in: Mission-Driven Work – ensuring daily operations reflect and advance organizational goals🤝 Collaboration & Respect – recognizing how each role contributes to shared success Excellence in Service – delivering welcoming, consistent, and positive experiences for every client Accessibility – designing programs and services that are inclusive and ensure everyone can fully participate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – fostering equity and representation at every level Fairness & Advocacy – championing equitable pay and supporting union representation Accountability – promoting transparency and responsiveness to build trust and integrity Creativity & Innovation – generating fresh solutions and inventive approaches to challenges Growth & Development – encouraging ongoing personal and professional evolutionI’m proud to serve the Moorpark College community in the Scholarship Office, where I help students access life-changing opportunities made possible by our amazing donor community at the Moorpark College Foundation. Being part of students’ journeys and seeing the impact of our donors’ generosity is incredibly rewarding and motivates me every day.I earned dual B.A. degrees in Communication, with an emphasis in Organizational, Business, & Non-Profit Communication, and Performing Arts from California State University Channel Islands. My performing arts background as a performer, stage manager, and producer shaped my teamwork, creativity, and work ethic — much like running a production as a finely tuned machine.My communication degree gives me a strategic perspective, grounded in research and organizational insight, helping me connect daily operations to an organization’s mission and goals.As I grow in my career, I aim to stay true to my values while embracing new challenges that allow me to support people and organizations at their best.

Experience

1. Scholarship Technician

   Moorpark College

   Dec 2024 — Present · Moorpark, CA, US

   After serving in a provisional capacity since February of 2024, I was hired on a full-time permanent basis as a Scholarship Technician.

Education

• California State University Channel Islands

  Bachelor’s Degree, Performing Arts

  2014 — 2019

• California State University Channel Islands

  Bachelor’s Degree, Communication

  2014 — 2019