Hi! My name is Lauren Baleria, and I’m so excited to serve as the NSSLHA President for the 2025–2026 school year. I’m a senior at Sacramento State, born and raised right here in Sacramento. I’m passionate about giving back to my community, which has led me to volunteer in schools, care facilities, and hospitals. After graduation, I plan to pursue a graduate degree in speech-language pathology and eventually work in either a school or medical setting. When I’m not studying, I love to spend time with my family, walk my golden retriever, Ripley, or play pickleball with friends. Two fun facts about me are that my favorite color is purple, and my favorite dessert is red velvet cake 😄. I can’t wait for an amazing year with everyone. Stingers up!

Hi everyone! My name is Maria Rivera Gomez, and I am honored to be serving as your ‘25-‘26 NSSLAH Vice President! I am truly excited to be part of this club and support our department. As a first-generation college student and transfer, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to navigate the steps in our major. That’s why my goal is to reach and assist everyone by making sure you feel supported both personally and academically. I hope to help each of you to the best of my ability, and I am looking forward to meeting and working with you all! I want to wish everyone good luck this school year, and if you ever have any questions or would like to chat, please don’t hesitate to reach out :)

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Hi, my name is Ingrid Moshan, and I am proud to serve as Co-Secretary for NSSLHA. In this role, I help organize meetings and ensure our members stay connected and engaged. I am passionate about the field of speech-language pathology and look forward to advancing my career, whether through a role as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) or by pursuing a master’s program next year. My goal is to combine advocacy, compassion, and collaboration to make a meaningful impact in people's lives. When I'm not studying, you can usually find me outdoors with my dogs.

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“Hello, my name is Zay and I am starting my senior year serving as one of your secretaries alongside my friend Ingrid. Fun fact about me is I sold a large French fry to Justin Bieber at my first job. My interests include comic books and hanging out with my friends.” 

Hi! My name is Emma Martinez, and I’m honored to serve as one of the 2025–2026 co-treasurers. I’m from Folsom, California, and currently entering my senior year at Sacramento State. I was first introduced to the field of Speech-Language Pathology by a family member, and from that moment I knew it was the right path for me. I’m passionate about learning with others, exploring new perspectives, and finding ways to make a positive impact. Through volunteering with both children and adults, I’ve seen firsthand how speech therapy can transform lives, which has only deepened my dedication to this profession. As co-treasurer, I look forward to collaborating with the board to create meaningful opportunities and avenues for students to connect, grow, and succeed. Outside of academics, I love reading, walking my dogs, going to the gym, and spending time with friends and family. I’m so excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to see what we accomplish together! Please feel free to reach out anytime.

Hi everyone! My name is Alyssa. I am a senior at Sacramento State. I grew up in Elk Grove after being born in Santa Rosa, California. I’ve been passionate about working with children since high school. I plan to continue my studies in graduate school after graduation. One of my favorite things to do is bake! I am excited to get to know everyone.