Center for Community Engagement Awarded Four Student Fellowship Positions
The has been awarded four student fellowships for fall 2025—two Fellows and two . These fellowships recognize students who demonstrate a passion for civic responsibility, social change and community partnership, reinforcing Cal Poly Pomona’s mission to provide inclusive, high impact, learning experiences.
The Youth Voice, Youth Vote Fellowship is a statewide initiative coordinated by California Campus Compact that engages students in amplifying youth perspectives on critical issues affecting their communities. Fellows focused on increasing civic participation, voter engagement and advocacy among their peers, particularly those from historically marginalized populations. Through workshops, peer-to-peer outreach and creative campaigns, YVYV Fellows lead efforts to empower young voters and elevate the role of youth voices in democracy.
“I applied for this fellowship to challenge myself and deepen my connection with the community. Through past service with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, I gained leadership experience and a passion for civic engagement, and I hope this fellowship will allow me to continue creating positive change while strengthening my leadership skills,” said industrial engineering student Jesse Reyes-Estrada, a YVYV fellow.
The Community Engaged Student Fellowship (CESF) supports students who work alongside faculty and community partners to develop service-learning projects and applied research initiatives. With funding from California Campus Compact, the CESF program encourages fellows to build long-term relationships with local organizations while exploring social challenges and co-developing community-based solutions. Fellows also play a key role in strengthening civic learning infrastructure through reflection, storytelling and public engagement.
“I applied for this fellowship to grow personally and professionally while making a positive impact in my community. As a Community Engaged Student Fellow, I’m excited to organize civic engagement workshops and partner with local organizations to empower students and strengthen our community,” said human resources and management student Emelyn Alvarado, a CESF fellow.
The Center for Community Engagement looks forward to showcasing the projects and accomplishments of these four student leaders throughout the semester. These programs aim to inspire campus-wide conversations around civic action, social equity, and the power of the students' voices.
For more information about these student fellowship programs, visit the Center for Community Engagement website or contact them directly at cce@cpp.edu.