Meet Our Student Tour Guides!

My name is Himaank Dabra, and I am a San Francisco State University tour guide. I am from India, and as an international student, I have always been fascinated by the diverse culture, history, and landmarks that make San Francisco such a unique and exciting place to live and learn. I am a Sophomore studying Business Management as my major. I will pursue and start my own business after graduation, which has made me passionate about sharing my knowledge and experiences with prospective students and their families.

Hello. My name is Danisha Peterman, and I am currently studying Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I love walks on the beach, roller skating, and spending time with family and friends.

I chose San Francisco State University because of its drive for diversity and inclusive spaces. Throughout my college journey, I have truly learned what it means to be a gator, and I can’t wait to welcome the new gators to their home full of opportunities!

Hi! My name is Anni Welch (they/them) and I’m a first year student majoring in Sociology and double minoring in Theater and Sexuality Studies. I’m from a small town in the foothills between Sacramento and Tahoe. I love rock climbing at our school’s wellness center, exploring the city, and getting involved in creative and social justice communities on campus. I’m grateful to be surrounded by peers and professors who are passionate about making the world a better place. I hope you love this campus and the people here as much as I do!

I’m Lakshyaraj Bhati; you can call me Lakshya. I’m a sophomore here at SFSU studying Computer Science. I’m an International Student from Jodhpur, India. As a Computer Science major, I want to be a software developer, and eventually, I would love to start my own company. I want to be a trillionaire. I chose SFSU because of the facilities they provide in my major, from computer labs to research projects. It is a very beautiful campus with many opportunities for everyone. The best part of working with UGAR is that I get to meet a lot of new people, primarily students who are trying to get into college, and it reminds me of the time when I was applying to colleges.

Hello, my name is Lorena Mejia, and I am a Criminal Justice Major. I am from Sacramento, and this is my first year attending SFSU. I have spent a lot of time in San Francisco, especially at a young age, so I have gained much love and knowledge about the city. I love that SFSU is diverse and has many resources for students. I am also a first-generation student in hopes of becoming an immigration lawyer in the future! I am always looking to find new places in the city and explore! I love that being a tour guide makes me knowledgeable about all the fun facts about our campus!

Hello!! My name is Isabella, and I am currently a 2nd year majoring in Criminal Justice. I decided to attend SFSU due to its immense diversity and beautiful city. SFSU has so much to offer its students regarding academics and life on campus. I encourage everyone to get involved with as much as possible while attending SFSU; that way, you make the most out of all the hard work and time you will put in while you go here. I love being a tour guide because it allows me to show others all our campus's great resources and fun events!

Hello! Call me Ritesh (aka best out of best). I am an Indian international student. I plan to work as a software engineer after I graduate, thus computer science is my major. San Francisco State offers a variety of opportunities for success in one's own positive approach. Additionally, SF State provides a unique bachelor's degree that is centered in my field of study. The campus community is always so welcoming that I never get the impression that I'm away from home. It's the finest a foreign student could hope for.

Hello! My name is Jacqline Patino (she/her), a junior at SFSU. I'm majoring in mechanical engineering. SFSU has made my academic career so welcoming. I love that SF is so diverse and accepting; as a female in engineering, it was so validating to pursue this career here.  I believe in keeping this earth as clean and healthy as possible; I hope to continue my career in sustainability. In my free time, I like hanging out in nature with animals and exploring the city.

Hello, my name is Tyler Daffron (they/them). I am a transfer student from Los Angeles. I am currently pursuing a degree in Cinema with a minor in Journalism. My goal is to make documentaries about social/environmental issues and eventually open up a foster home! I love to explore the beautiful city of San Francisco. There is so much history and culture here along with many beautiful nature spots. I hope to assist others in seeing all the wonderful opportunities SF State has. Everyday at this school I learn something new from the diverse group of students. I plan to share all that I learn with you on my tours so that you can see why you should join the Gator family!

Natalia Gomez. I’m a 3rd year who is studying anthropology and Art history. I love Crocheting and painting. I chose San Francisco State University because I love San Francisco, and I found our Anthropology department interesting.

Hello. My name is Eufrosina Cruz, but you can call me Eufro (she/hers). I am a first-year student in Theatre (technical design). I am a first-generation Latina student excited to be at a university with multiple opportunities.

Hello! :D My name is Seth Marchek, and I'm a third-year environmental science major from Folsom, CA. I'm an SF parks aficionado, a massive reader, and a huge fan of the climbing wall and the trails around Lake Merced.