Meet the 2024 Board
President
Sienna Moreno
Hi Everyone! My name is Sienna Moreno and I am 22 years old. I am originally from Stockton CA but moved to Sacramento two years ago when I transferred from my local community college to Sac State! Currently I work at Orangetheory Fitness and love spending my extra time there working out and engaging with the community. When I’m not at school or work I love reading and spending time with my dog! My favorite books to read are anything fantasy or romance. My dog is a 3 years old pit bull/cocker spaniel mix named Skye who takes up most of my time when i’m not in school! This is my last year at Sac State and I’m so excited to see what the future has in store. My goal after undergrad is to get into a Master’s program, and I would love to end up doing early intervention in either the schools or private practice setting! I can’t wait to serve you all this year as NSSLHA President, and i’m looking forward to an amazing year. Stinger’s Up!
Vice President
Irsah Khan
Hi! My name is Irsah Khan, I am 21 years old and am currently a senior at Sacramento State University serving as Vice President on the NSSLHA board. I was born and raised in Sacramento as the youngest child in a family of six. I've worked part time as a barista majority of my working life but am currently a Brand Ambassador for a marketing company under Golden 1. In my free time, I love to be with family and friends, travel, take photos, workout, and try new coffee shops. A fun fact about me is my favorite song is III. Telegraph Ave. by Childish Gambino. I'm looking forward to an amazing academic year!
Secretary
Mianne Tan
Hi everyone! My name is Mianne and I am a senior this year and am serving as the Secretary for NSSLHA and R.A.I.N.B.O.W. I was born and raised in Sacramento and I love living here. I am a transfer student and transferred to Sac State last year from American River College. I am currently working at Dutch Bros as a barista and at the RiteCare Childhood Language Center as a clerical assistant. When I am not studying, I enjoy playing Sims 4 and hanging out with my friends.
Event Coordinator
Tasneem Abed
Hi! My name is Tasneem Abed and I am currently a senior in CSAD. I am a Palestinian-American girl who was born and raised in the Bay Area. Some of my favorite hobbies are reading, watching movies, and baking. My goal for being a member in NSSHLA is to do my part in bridging the junior and senior cohorts by planning fun and educational events. I am so excited to get to know and spend the year with you all!
Co-Treasurer
Payton Flood
i! My name is Payton Flood and I was born and raised here in Sacramento, CA. This is my senior year at Sac State in the CSAD program, and after I plan to continue on to graduate school. I am currently employed as a SLPA at a private practice where I work with moderate-severe ASD clients. My job is my life and I love everything about it! In my spare time, I like to be out in nature and spending time with my family and friends.
Fun Fact: I taught dance, gymnastics, and parkour for 7 years
Co-Treasurer
Jessica Rice
My name is Jessi *Jessica"
Pronouns She/Her
I am from Lodi Ca but lived in Central Oregon for 16 years. I am a mom to two amazing kids. I am currently in my senior year at Sac State. I work at Safeway to pay the bills. I like to cook for my family, bake yummy treats, and make people smile. The ocean is my happy place and I hope to eventually move closer to it. Fun fact about me is that I love to sing karaoke.
Fundraiser Chair
Bryce Macmillan
Hi everyone!! My name is Bryce MacMillan, I am a senior this year and I am originally from Sonoma County! I currently work at a speech clinic in Rocklin and some of my favorite things to do are go on coffee runs and read books. I am so excited to be apart of NSSHLA this year and hopefully get to help all the new Juniors navigate this new adventure!
Public Relations
Marissa J'Beily
Hi there! I’m Marisa J’Beily, a fourth-year student here at Sac State. I’m originally from Sacramento and am currently a caretaker, which I find very fulfilling. In my free time, I love volunteering because it is very rewarding to help others, and I enjoy connecting with my community. I also love doing various arts and crafts as a way to unwind and get creative. When I’m free, I spend lots of time with friends and family, which I value and cherish. A fun fact about me is that I have a twin sister, and we were born 3 months premature. I am also a huge baseball fan, so you’ll often see me sporting SF Giants gear and cheering them on. I’m excited to be joining NSSLHA as Head of Public Relations and can’t wait to get started!
Advocacy Representative
Sophia Williams
Hey Y’all! My name is Sophia, I’m 23, raised here in Sac, and a senior in the CSAD program. I am currently working as an SLPA and love it so much! I have been working with kids since I was 14 and fell it love with it. I am an equestrian and a huge animal lover! My pets are my life, I have a dog, a cat, and two bunnies. One random fact about me is that I was a Cheese Specialist for three years, so hit me up with any cheesy questions you have!
Audiology Representative
Celidah Porter
Hello! My name is Celidah Porter (“Kay-lee,” I know, it’s weird. It’s Gaelic so it doesn’t follow English rules) and I am excited to be this years’ Audiology Rep! I transferred from the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant’s program at American River College and am now a Senior here at Sac State. When I have free time, I like to read, write stories, and dig holes in my backyard. I’m planning on becoming an audiologist and I hope to work with pediatrics when I finish the audiology program.
2nd Bachelor Representative
Gaby Carranza
Hi everyone, I am Gaby Carranza, the Second Bachelor's Representative. I am originally from El Salvador, then moved abroad to New Brunswick, Canada and earned a BA in psychology. I moved to Sacramento in 2023 and started the 2B CSAD program. I hope to one day have my own clinic as an SLP! Some of my favorite activities include singing, painting and hiking in search for waterfalls. I am really looking forward to this coming year and what the future brings!
Junior Liason
Aneesha Sandhu
Hi my name is Aneesha and I'm in the junior liaison for the 2024-2025 year! For fun I like to read and watch movies. If you need a tv show/movie list I'm the right person to talk to. I was in NSSLHA as a sophomore while I was completing my prerequisites so I'm familiar with how the club meetings work. Please don't hesitate to email me!
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Tonia Davis
Tonia N. Davis, PhD, CCC-SLP is an Associate Professor and SLPA Program Coordinator at California State University, Sacramento as well as the Sacramento State NSSLHA Faculty Advisor. She teaches undergraduate coursework in anatomy and physiology, autism spectrum disorders, and research methods. Dr. Davis also continues to work clinically as a licensed speech language pathologist, serving children and their families for speech, language, and feeding disorders.